An integral part of having a water well system set up is getting the pump properly installed. You want to be very meticulous when you approach this process, performing a couple of actions that ultimately keep you out of trouble. 

1. Verify Pump Compatibility

Starting off this well pump install, make sure you've selected a suitable pump that lets you get water from your well consistently. That depends on the depth of your property's water tables. If they are high (meaning water is closer to the surface) then you'll need to install a shallow water pump. Conversely, if your water tables are lower in the ground, you'll want to make sure you've selected a deep well pump that can adequately reach these depths. If you don't know about these water tables, hire a professional to find out for sure. 

2. Make Sure Wiring Meets the Required Codes

Another critical step before actually lowering a new water pump down into the well system is wiring the pump. This has to be done a particular way to where you meet industry-standard electrical codes. Make sure you consider these codes for the pump's overall performance and your safety. 

If you aren't familiar with the water well pump installation process, then hire a plumber or electrician to oversee this work on your behalf. They can wire the new pump quickly thanks to detailed wire diagrams that they'll assess before coming out to your property.

3. Lower New Pump with a Winch

Some water well pumps are going to be pretty heavy and sometimes have to go down pretty far distances, such as if you had a deepwater well system. In this case, you'll certainly want to use a winch to lower the pump. 

That will save you from having to support the full weight of the new pump for an extended period of time, as well as give you controlled movement. That's key for not damaging integral parts of the well pump as it makes its way down the well system. You'll just need to keep using the winch until you reach the appropriate depth. 

Some homeowners have to set up new water well pumps, such as when their current one breaks down or they are setting one up for the first time. As long as you go at a steady pace all while using the right procedures and equipment, you'll have a straightforward install.