Seasonal
Summer demand and your well
Summer is when wells work hardest: more irrigation, more laundry, guests and livestock. That extra demand is often when weak parts show up.
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What changes in summer
Longer pump run times, more starts, and more stress on the pressure tank and switch. On lower-yield wells, the water level can draw down during long irrigation runs.
Know your yield
Median tested yields across the ZIPs on this site run from 10 to 18 gallons per minute.[source] Your well may be higher or lower. If you have a record, the ADWR Well Record Search (opens in a new tab) may list a yield from the original test.
Signs to watch
Pressure that fades during watering, air in the lines, a pump that runs longer than usual, or a pump that short cycles. Each one has its own guide on this site.
Easy habits
Spread irrigation across the day instead of running everything at once. Fix leaks quickly. A storage tank and booster pump is one option some owners use on lower-yield wells.
Livestock and gardens
Animals need water every day, and gardens need it most when it is hottest. If a well problem would leave livestock without water, say so on the call. Some owners keep a stock tank or a spare storage tank filled during the hottest weeks as a buffer.
Questions
Can my well run dry in summer?
A well can draw down during heavy use. Ask the company to check the water level if you suspect it.
Should I water at night?
Watering timing is your call. Spreading it out reduces the load on the well.
What about Prescott city watering rules?
The City of Prescott posts its own outdoor watering times for city customers.[source]
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