Drought is a fact of life in the Texas Hill Country, and it can pull aquifer levels down enough to affect even a good well. A little planning keeps the water flowing and protects your equipment when the dry months hit.
Watch for the warning signs
Air sputtering at the taps, water that runs cloudy, or output that just isn't what it used to be can all signal a dropping water level. Don't ignore them, and don't keep running a pump that may be pulling air. (See signs your pump is struggling.)
Water trouble now, or planning ahead? Tell us what your well is doing and we will give you a straight answer and a free quote, often the same day.
Add a reserve with storage
A storage tank is the single best drought insurance. It lets your well fill the tank slowly around the clock and build a reserve, so you can draw water faster than the well produces during peak demand. Many Hill Country homes add storage specifically for dry summers.
Conserve during the worst of it
Spreading out irrigation, fixing leaks, and easing off peak-time demand all reduce the strain on a well when levels are low. Your district may also require it: see Hill Country drought stages and what they mean for your well, and why levels get so low on our Trinity Aquifer page.
Monitor and service
If your well consistently struggles in drought, options range from servicing the pump to lowering it or, in some cases, deepening the well. A maintenance visit can tell you where you stand. Reach out before the next dry spell.