The Vital Importance Of Water Well Testing Fact: In Nevada, nearly 20% of private wells have been found to contain unsafe levels of contaminants like arsenic or nitrates, according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). In northern Nevada, particularly in regions like Sparks and Winnemucca, water quality can be affected by both natural and human-made […]

Don’t Get Caught Without Water During a Power Outage—We Can Help! When an emergency strikes and the power goes out, the last thing you want is to be without water. For those relying on well water systems, a power outage can cut off your home’s water supply completely, leaving you vulnerable. But it doesn’t have […]

How Long Does A Well Pump Last Water Well Pump Replacement? If you are asked to single out the top 3 most important appliances in your household, a well pump is definitely going to be among them. The backbone of your house, well pump provides you with the constant water supply for almost all household […]

Well Pump Troubleshooting: What to Do When You Have No Water Pressure Compared to filthy hands, what feels worse? Lacking water to cleanse them, of course!  No water pressure in the pump can lead to water deficiency in your home. Hence, these concerns need prompt attention. Ideally, you can solve this issue at home, but […]

Water well drilling is essential for having access to clean and clear drinking water. People in California dig wells for drinking water, irrigation, and several other reasons. There are around 500,000 active water wells, with an estimated 40,000 new wells drilled every year. Did you know? The earliest known water wells were drilled in China […]

5 Common Well Pump Problems and How to Fix Them Is your water well pump acting up and giving you the blues? Are you tired of living in a dark age with a faulty pump well? If you are living in Fallon and rely on water well pumps, then this might be a common issue […]

Ensuring Reliable Water Solutions for Homes and Businesses in Reno, Bishop, and Winnemucca As we move into September, it’s an ideal time to ensure that your water systems are functioning at their best. At Bruce MacKay Pump and Well Service, we understand how crucial dependable water access is, whether you’re maintaining a bustling business or […]

Why Do You Call A Water Well Professional Before Drilling A Well? A constant flow of fresh water? Now, who wouldn’t want that, right? A water well is the best source for that continuous flow of water that keeps your home alive. So, now that you are planning on calling for a water well drilling […]

Bruce MacKay Pump and Well Service: Now Serving You from Three Locations! At Bruce MacKay Pump and Well Service, we’re thrilled to announce our expansion with a brand-new location in Winnemucca! With our established offices in Reno and Bishop, we’re now even more equipped to serve you across Northern Nevada and beyond. Since 1981, we’ve […]

The Ultimate Well Water System Maintenance Checklist It wouldn’t be wrong to say that a well-maintained plumbing system is the vein of your home. Without it, you couldn’t possibly do any of the tasks. Whether it’s baking gingerbread cookies on Christmas Eve, arranging a pool party for the kids in your backyard, or getting the […]