43 million Americans rely on a private well for water. Almost none of them would be able to access a drop of water when losing utilities.
This week's episode is about the best solution for getting water out of that hole in the ground when you don't have power.
Here's to hand pumps!
Resources:
You'll learn about:
- Static Water Level: Can a hand pump reach my water?
- Casing Diameter: Can a hand pump fit in my well
- Finding Your Well Log
- Obstructions: Identify potential issues like well caps, pitless adapters, and torque arresters.
- DIY vs. Professional Installation: Know when to do it yourself and when to call in the pros.
- Hand Pump Types: Differences between shallow and deep well hand pumps.
- Popular Brands: Insight into Bison, Simple Pump, Baker Monitor, and the Apocalypse Pump for emergency use.
