How Do You Install A Deep-Well Water Pump?
Installing a submersible pump is not as daunting a project as it may sound. A deep-well pump set at 500 feet goes in exactly the same way as one set at 50 feet, with the exception that very deep wells need stronger pipe, usually galvanized. The same basic methods apply when wiring or setting it, however. Make sure your well casing is wide enough to accommodate a 4-inch submersible pump. The depth of your well and the length of the water line from the well to the house will determine how big your pump needs to be. If you do not know the depth of your well, drop a heavy weight on a string at least 400 to 500 feet long down the well until it hits bottom, then mark the string with tape at ground level. Subtract 10 feet from your well depth to keep the pump clear of sediment at the bottom of the well, then check the various pump ratings to find a pump that is rated for this depth. If you are pumping uphill to the house or over a long distance, you may need an even larger pump. Call a pump e
