How Do You Winterize Outside Water Pumps?
Although many outside water pumps are housed in an enclosure, these are not usually insulated and the pump can freeze during winter. The most basic way to winterize your water pump is to enclose and/or insulate it. If the water pump is not already in an enclosure, build a small structure measuring at least 4 feet by 4 feet. Such enclosures may be purchased prefabricated and assembled following the manufacturer’s instructions. Measure the height and width of the water pump, as well as the structure’s ceiling and wall space, to calculate how much insulation the project will require. Visit your local building supply or hardware store to purchase insulation. Insulate the walls and ceiling of the structure with fiberglass or extruded styrene foam insulation. Extend the insulation into the ground, about a foot below the surface, if possible. Leave the floor uninsulated. Construct a square box with a lid from the insulation that will fit over and around the pump. Cut the insulation to make it
