Our Story

Family Photo of the Original Kappus Plubming Crew

Over 100 Years of Service. One Mission: Keep the Water Flowing.

For more than a century, the Kappus family has helped keep water flowing safely and reliably for homeowners across New York. What began in 1910 as one man’s trade has grown into The Pump Man — a fourth-generation, family-owned specialist in well pump repair and private water system services.

Today, under the name Kappus Well Pump Repair & Water System Services,
we solely focus on:

Well pump repair & replacement
No-water emergency service
Pressure tank installation & repair
Constant pressure systems
Water filtration & water quality solutions

How It all Began (1910-1974)

Our family business was founded in 1910 by Charles Frederick Kappus Sr., a master plumber who installed early plumbing and water systems in the brownstones of New York City. As the region expanded north, the Kappus family followed. In 1974, the business moved to Putnam County to meet increasing demand in Putnam and Westchester counties. For decades, we worked closely with builders and homeowners, earning a reputation for quality, reliability, and honest workmanship.

A New Generation and the First Well Pump Puller (1961-1992)

When Charles Jr. passed away unexpectedly in 1961, the company was entrusted to his son, David Kappus, who was just 18 years old. Dave carried the family legacy forward and maintained a high standard of service throughout the region. In 1986, Dave purchased his first well pump puller, laying the foundation for a major new chapter. He began offering well pump service along with repair work. By 1992, the company had officially entered the well pump service business, and the name “The Pump Man” became a trusted fixture in the area.

Growth, Change & Water System Specialization (1998–2012)

As both the pump division and service work expanded, the company incorporated in 1998 as C.F. Kappus Pumps & Plumbing, with Dave and his son Paul Kappus leading the business together.

Over time, the company transitioned away from new construction projects and focused on pump repair and private well water systems.

The plumbing contracting division was eventually passed to Paul’s brother, David Kappus Jr., who now operates independently under CFK Plumbing — named in honor of their great-grandfather, Charles Frederick Kappus.

In 2012, Dave suffered a stroke that left him paralyzed. Paul took full responsibility for the company and used modern tools, including online marketing, to grow and stabilize the business. Within just a few years, the company more than doubled in size and maintained a trusted 5-star reputation for service.

2016 Company Photo

2016 Company Logos

Becoming Dedicated Water System Specialists (2020–2022)

By 2020, demand for well pump and water system service had grown significantly — to the point where plumbing repair work was no longer sustainable.

In 2022, the company made a major shift:
We discontinued plumbing repair services entirely to specialize 100% in well pumps and private water systems.

This allowed us to deliver the professionalism, speed, and expertise our customers depend on.
Today, water systems are all we do, and that focus has made us the region’s most trusted name for well pump emergencies and water system reliability.

2025–New Logo, New Image, New Operational Systems

The Pump Man Today (2025 & Beyond)

In 2025, we officially rebranded as Kappus Well Pump Repair & Water System Services,
aligning our name and identity with what we’ve truly become:

Your local specialist for:

Well pump repair
No-water emergency service
Constant pressure systems
Pressure tanks
Water filtration
Full private water system design & service