Why Choose The Pump Man?
We combine over a century of Hudson Valley well experience with today’s most advanced testing equipment. We don’t just run a test — we give you the full picture of your well’s performance and the documentation to prove it.
Well Yield Testing — Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a well yield test to sell my home in New York?
Often, yes. Many lenders — including FHA and VA loans — and a number of New York county health departments require proof that the well delivers a sufficient, sustained supply before a sale can close. We run the test and give you documented results you can hand straight to your bank, attorney, or county.
How much water should a well produce? What is a good yield?
It depends on the size of the home and how the water is used, but many lenders and health departments look for a sustained yield in the range of 3 to 5 gallons per minute. Exact requirements vary by county and loan type, so we test your real-world flow and recovery and tell you plainly whether it measures up.
How long does a well yield test take?
Most tests run between one and four hours. We pump the well at full capacity for a set period, measure how far the water level drops, then track how quickly it recovers once the pump shuts off. That full cycle is what gives an accurate, sustainable yield number.
My well runs low sometimes. Is that a yield problem or a pump problem?
It can be either, and a yield test is how we tell them apart. If the well itself cannot keep up with demand, that is a yield issue. If the well recovers fine but you still lose water, the pump, pressure tank, or controls are the likely cause. We diagnose the real problem instead of guessing.
Do you provide documentation for the bank, county, or my engineer?
Yes. We compile time-stamped flow rate, drawdown, and recovery data into a clear report you can submit for a real estate sale, a permit, a Board of Health review, or an engineer’s design specs.
Can a yield test tell me if my well can handle a new bathroom, irrigation, or other added use?
That is one of the main reasons people call us. Before you add bedrooms, bathrooms, irrigation, a pool, or any new demand, a yield test shows whether the well can support it — so you do not overdraw the well or burn out a pump down the road.
