Frequently Asked Questions

Radon can enter your home through well water and release into the air when you shower or wash dishes. Hastings Water Service recommends testing because waterborne radon requires specific aeration or carbon filtration systems different from standard air mitigation.

If you only have scale buildup on fixtures, a water softener targets calcium and magnesium. However, if your water has a foul "rotten egg" smell or metallic taste, you likely need a comprehensive purification system to remove sulfur and iron.

Our technicians collect samples directly from the source to ensure no cross-contamination. Hastings Water Service uses certified lab analysis to check for bacteria, nitrates, and minerals, providing the documentation required for home sales or refinancing in New Hampshire.

This "short cycling" often signals a waterlogged pressure tank. When the internal bladder fails, the tank loses its air cushion, forcing the pump to start every time you turn on a faucet, which can lead to premature motor burnout.

Installation involves sizing and placing a new submersible or jet pump for new builds or replacements. Well pump services focus on troubleshooting existing electrical issues, replacing pressure switches, or pulling a pump to repair physical damage to the unit.

Most water softener installations are completed within a few hours. This includes plumbing the unit into your main line, setting the regeneration cycles based on your specific hardness levels, and testing the output to ensure the resin bed is functioning.

Pressure tanks must be precisely calibrated to your pump's "cut-in" and "cut-out" settings. At Hastings Water Service, we ensure the pre-charge pressure is exactly two PSI below the cut-in point to prevent bladder overextension and system failure.

Pricing depends on the well depth, the horsepower required to move water to your home's highest point, and the type of pump. Deep-well submersible pumps require more labor and heavier-duty wiring than shallow-well jet pump configurations.

Aeration is the most effective method for high radon levels. The system "bubbles" air through the water to strip the gas away, then vents the radon safely outside your home before the water enters your household plumbing.

If you've added bathrooms or a lawn irrigation system, your water demand has increased. A larger tank provides a greater "drawdown" volume, which reduces the number of times your well pump must start, significantly extending its lifespan.

A drop in water pressure or a return of old odors indicates that filters are clogged or the media is exhausted. Regular purification system checks ensure that sediment pre-filters are swapped and carbon beds are effectively removing contaminants.

Well systems involve complex electrical and plumbing work submerged deep underground. Using an insured expert ensures that the well pump installation meets state safety codes, protecting your property from electrical shorts and your aquifer from potential contamination.