Every car has comprehensive service schedules and intervals. Usually, the water pump is part of a major service, and thus must be treated as a wear item like brake pads or engine oil. Over time, the ...

If you've ever wakened your dry camping neighbors or a coach full of people with a midnight bathroom break, then you understand how noisy some water pumps can be when used. And by the same token, you ...

Avoid power-outage droughts by learning how to add a hand pump to an electric well to be able to access water even when the power is out. A few years back, a severe ice storm knocked out my family’s ...

A sump pump keeps basements dry. It’s absolutely essential if your basement floor pad was poured close to the natural water table. Installing one is pretty simple, but requires some forethought. First ...

Expensive repairs? Find a warranty to cover future costs. If your home’s main water source comes from a well, the well pump going out is probably a scary thought. Replacing it can be a big investment, ...

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