The City of Redlands has supplied water to the Redlands and Mentone area for more than 90 years, with some unincorporated Mentone parcels served through case-by-case agreements, so service can vary by address. Most Mentone homes are on utility water rather than private wells; a plumber can test any pump equipment you have or fix the regulator and lines on city water. Call the number on this page to be connected with a local plumber in Mentone.
Local conditions in Mentone
Mentone is an unincorporated foothill community east of Redlands on the south bank of the Santa Ana River, the gateway to the San Bernardino Mountains via SR-38, with north-south streets named for gemstones. It sits in Redlands' eastern sphere of influence, and Redlands extends water and sewer to individual unincorporated parcels through LAFCO-approved out-of-agency service agreements. That is why service can differ from one property to the next.
Redlands water is a blend of Mill Creek water treated at the Tate plant, Santa Ana River water treated at the Hinckley plant just north of Mentone, groundwater from wells in Redlands, Mentone and Yucaipa, and State Water Project water when required. Those wells are municipal. Redlands customers are also covered by the City's cross-connection plan, which calls for any backflow assembly to be tested at least once a year.
| Your setup | Common issues | Usual fix |
|---|---|---|
| Redlands water, house only | Worn regulator, service line leak | Regulator swap or line repair |
| Redlands water, long run on a larger lot | Pressure loss over distance, hidden leaks | Leak repair or a larger line |
| Booster or private pump on site | Short cycling, constant running, no water | Switch, tank, controls, then pump |
| Not sure who supplies you | Unclear whom to call | Check the bill, or ask the plumber to trace the meter |
Signs to act on
- A meter dial that moves with all fixtures closed
- Pressure that fades the farther a fixture is from the meter
- Frost-split hose bibs after a cold night
- On a pump system: clicking, humming without flow or a tripped breaker
Seasonal and permit notes
Being in the foothills, Mentone can see colder nights than the valley floor, so insulate exposed pipes and outdoor equipment before a freeze. Summer brings the highest irrigation demand and the most leak discoveries, especially on larger parcels where a buried run can leak for weeks before the ground shows it. Because Mentone is unincorporated and the county permit office depends on the job, check with San Bernardino County about permits for plumbing changes. This site is a free referral service; the plumber you reach is an independent local professional.
Well Pump Repair questions in Mentone
How can I tell whether my home has its own well or is on public water?
Does a property with its own well need a backflow assembly here?
Is a permit needed for pump, tank or water line work?
Why would water from a private well turn cloudy or gritty?
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