A failing well pump doesn't give much warning. We carry common pump sizes on the truck and get most replacements done the same day you call.
Know the Warning Signs
Pressure that used to be adequate suddenly feels weak, or one zone's coverage has degraded. In a failing pump scenario, the motor is still running but can no longer maintain output pressure. This often gets worse before it stops entirely.
The system runs but nothing comes out — or the pump runs for a few seconds and cuts off. Total loss of flow almost always means a failed motor, a tripped breaker due to a motor fault, or a broken impeller.
If the pump kicks on and off every few seconds, the pressure tank bladder has failed or lost its pre-charge pressure. The pump is trying to compensate for lost tank capacity by running constantly. Left unfixed, this burns the motor out fast.
A pump that's working harder than it should pulls more amperage. If your power bill jumped and the system seems normal on the surface, a struggling motor drawing excess current is a real possibility.
If your sprinkler heads are throwing muddy or rust-colored water, the pump may be pulling sediment due to a dropped suction line, a collapsed well screen, or a pump that's sitting too deep. This requires an immediate inspection.
A healthy pump runs quietly. Grinding, rattling, or an unusually loud motor are signs of a bearing failure or an impeller that's damaged. These don't repair themselves — and a loud pump today is a dead pump next month.
Pump Types
Submersible pumps are installed inside the well casing, fully underwater. The motor is sealed and waterproof, and the pump pushes water up rather than pulling it. This makes them more efficient and capable of lifting water from greater depths.
Most deeper wells — 40 feet or more — use submersibles. They're quieter, last longer under consistent use, and handle higher flow demands better than jet pumps. The tradeoff is that accessing the pump for service requires pulling it from the casing.
Common brands we install: Goulds, Myers, Grundfos, Franklin Electric.
Jet pumps sit above ground, typically in a pump house or on a concrete pad near the well. They pull water up using suction created by a jet venturi inside the pump body. For shallow wells under 25 feet, they work reliably and are easier to service since everything is accessible above ground.
Jet pumps are the most common setup for residential irrigation wells in Central Florida, where the water table is shallow. They're cost-effective to install and replace, and parts are widely available.
Common brands we install: Myers, Goulds, Wayne, Red Lion.
What You Get
We size the replacement pump to your well's yield capacity and your irrigation system's flow demand — not just swap in the same HP as the old pump.
We pull the failed pump, disconnect wiring, and remove all old hardware. Nothing is left in the casing that shouldn't be there.
We inspect the pressure tank bladder and pre-charge pressure every time. A new pump paired with a failing tank will short-cycle and fail early.
We inspect all wiring connections from the panel to the pump and replace the pressure switch if it's original to an aging system.
After installation, we run the system through every zone to confirm consistent pressure and flow, and confirm the pump cycles normally.
We stand behind our work. If anything we installed fails within a year due to our workmanship, we come back and fix it — no charge.
Real Projects
A Bay Hill homeowner called at 8 AM with no irrigation pressure. The original jet pump had seized overnight — 14 years of service. We arrived by 10 AM, pulled the failed pump, replaced it with a Myers 1 HP shallow well jet pump sized for the 7-zone system, and had full pressure restored by noon. Pressure tank bladder was also failing — replaced on the same visit.
A 60-foot well serving a Windermere lakefront property lost pressure over several weeks before failing completely. We pulled the submersible, found the impeller worn through from sediment, and installed a Goulds 10GS05 replacement. Flow at the surface went from near zero back to 6 GPM. Same-day completion.
Customer reported the pump kicking on every 5–8 seconds. The pump motor was fine — the pressure tank bladder had ruptured. We replaced the 20-gallon tank with a 44-gallon unit to better buffer the system's demand and reset the pressure switch. Pump cycling immediately normalized.
Mid-July pump failure during a dry stretch. Homeowner had new sod that couldn't miss irrigation days. We sourced a Grundfos replacement pump from our supplier, completed the swap the same afternoon, and confirmed all 8 zones were running at correct pressure before leaving. Sod survived.
FAQ
For most jet pump replacements, yes. We keep the most common residential pump sizes (1/2 HP, 3/4 HP, 1 HP) on the truck or can source them same-day from local suppliers. Submersible replacements may take a day longer if we need to order a specific pump, but we prioritize emergency calls.
If the motor has failed, the impeller is damaged, or the pump is 10+ years old and showing multiple symptoms, replacement usually makes more economic sense than repair. We'll always give you both options with honest cost estimates so you can decide.
Yes. We work with all three brands and recommend them for residential irrigation use. Myers and Goulds are our most frequently installed jet pumps. Grundfos is our preference for submersible applications. We select the right brand and model for your well depth, yield, and zone count.
We provide a 1-year workmanship guarantee on all pump installations. If anything fails due to our installation within that period, we come back and correct it at no charge. Parts carry their manufacturer's warranty separately.
Jet pump replacements for shallow wells typically run $400–$900 including pump and labor. Submersible replacements are higher — typically $700–$1,400 depending on depth and pump specifications. Pressure tank replacement adds $200–$400. We quote before any work begins.
We serve Orange and Seminole Counties and can be there faster than you think. Call first — we'll tell you honestly what same-day looks like today.