What can be done for a water spring under the house?

Answer 1

Dig a hole about two feet deep at the spot where you see the water running out of the ground, put some rocks or gravel at the bottom, and put a float type bilge pump (You should be able to find one at any hardware or home improvement store) in there with a hose running to the downhill side of the house. The above answer is a basic 'sump pump' installation. Also research 'french drain' as an alternative to passively relocate water flow.

Answer 2

Measure the "recharge rate" of the spring.... how many gallons per hour will it provide? Estimate the usage of your household.... (try 80 gallons per day, per person... do the math..... (3 people X 80 = 240 gpd), if the spring wont provide a minimum of 240 gpd, then you'lll need a bigger tank than described.... install a tank that will supply 3 days of water above the house (in terms of elevation) ,.... ( 240 X 3 = 720 gallon tank... unless the recharge rate is less than 240 gpd... then - You need a BIGGER TANK).... pipe size, relative elevation and size of the tank will determine your flow and pressure at the house....(power out for 3 days and YOU still have water...) pump the water from the spring into the tank. If you can't install a tank above the point of demand - install another pump at the outlet of the tank into a pressure / storage tank. The pump takes the water from the tank and pumps it into the pressure tank (an air bladder in the tank is charged to about 35 psi to supply a constant minimum of 35 psi). You will need adequate pumps to handle the "head" (heighth) and flow (gpm) that you require, and electicity to meet the pump needs. Call an electrician.... Hope this helps...