Water Feature Pump Repair Best Practices

Water features add another layer of organic beauty to outdoor areas.

Water features are beautiful focal points that can enhance a garden or the outdoor space aesthetic. However, if the water feature pump is defective, it can reduce the beauty and impact of the display and potentially even damage it to the point of no return.

Here are some best practices for maintaining a water feature pump:

Clean the impeller water pump

This is one of the most common sources of a broken water feature pump. The pump impeller is the component that drives the water through the pump. If the impeller is obstructed with debris or other impediments (calcium or algae), the pump and water feature fails to work as intended.

The solution to this familiar problem is to remove the impeller and place it in a container filled with vinegar overnight. Once the impeller has been sufficiently cleaned, rinse it thoroughly with water and reconnect it to resolve the problem.

Check the motor

Motors are susceptible to breakdowns over time, or when used excessively, and water feature pumps are no exception. Indicators that water feature problems are related to the motor are abnormal noises, excessive vibration, and intense heat.

Always check the impeller first, as it’s the most likely an inexpensive problem to repair. Unfortunately, if the motor has burnt out, the only action is to seek a professional to repair or perhaps even replace the entire motor.

Clean intake screens

The intake screens are the protective layer of defense that prevents large debris from getting inside the pump and possibly causing extensive damage. The best way to avoid issues related to the intake screens is to inspect, remove, and clean them regularly.

Cleaning the intake screens will stop large debris (dirt, twigs, leaves, etc.) from accumulating and potentially clogging vital pump components that must be professionally repaired.

Fix broken pipes

It’s common for water pipes in a feature to crack or break entirely. A broken water pipe can lead to many problems with the water pump. The most devastating is a loss of water pressure that causes the pump to work harder to maintain pressure, leading to overheating. This can significantly damage and reduce the pump's lifespan if left unchecked.

Fixing a broken water pipe is no small matter; it requires expertise only a skilled professional can provide. So, if you identify a broken pipe as the source of the problem, contact a professional to carry out the work.

Use a skilled pump repairman

Water features add another layer of organic beauty to outdoor areas. But if the water pump doesn’t work, it can reduce the feature to a backyard eyesore. Monitoring and repairing the pump will keep it looking stunning and prevent further costly damage. Always consult a skilled pump repair company if you’re uncertain about the problem or how to repair it.

Pump Repair Services provides residential and commercial pump repair services for water well pumps, water feature pumps, transfer pumps, industrial irrigation pumps, and more, as well as custom water filtration services in the Orlando area. (Sorry, no pool pumps or sewer pumps.) We offer 24-hour emergency service. Call us at (407) 625-5499.