Although the well pump is an important part of your home’s water delivery system, the equipment can be an eyesore in the yard. Obscuring the components from view will restore or enhance the appearance of your landscape while deterring youngsters from playing with the pump and causing damage or getting hurt. If you’re not sure how to hide the device, below are a few ideas to consider. 

A Guide to Hiding Your Well Pump

1. Create a Small Garden

Planting shrubs or flowering plants around the well pump will add color and texture to the yard and beautify the landscape. Make sure the vegetation is tall enough to completely hide the equipment from view. When visiting your local garden center, choose evergreen plants, such as Warty Barberry (Berberis verruculosa), which grows to a height of two and a half to three feet, or Japanese boxwood (Buxus microphylla), which can also grow up to three feet tall. This way, you won’t have to do any replanting each year. Place artificial rocks around the garden as accents. 

2. Install a Decorative Fence

To keep the well pump safe from tampering while hiding it from view, install a fence around the equipment. From wood with decorative cut-outs to sleek metal panels, you can choose from a wide range of styles. To unify the property, pick a fence material or style that complements the materials or architectural details of the house or other fences installed in the yard. 

3. Use a Table 

If your family enjoys dining outdoors or you often entertain in the yard, place a picnic table on the property. You can put the table directly over the well pump to keep it out of sight. Placing a tablecloth over the table will make the pump even harder to see. Use a water-resistant material to prevent damage.

For other interesting ways to cover your well pump, contact the professionals at Frederick Drilling Co. & Sons in Clarion County, PA. The technicians are happy to share their ideas and handle installations. With over 40 years in business, the team follows strict procedures to ensure coverings are installed safely. They will also provide well cleanings, pump services, and advice to ensure your family always has pure water. To schedule a consultation, call (814) 744-8581 or visit the technicians online to arrange an appointment.