Troubleshooting Well Problems

No water? Low water pressure?

There are several issues that can cause a loss of water in your home. Below is a list of concerns to look for before you call a professional.

NO WATER:

Are you experiencing a complete power outage
Check circuit breaker for power (turn breaker off and on to reset – sometimes doesn’t show completely tripped)
Check for buzzing or chattering from control box relay or capacitor
Check pressure gauge (clock like dial at your pressure tank(what number does it read
Turn on faucet to check gauge for proper functioning (needle indicator should go lower)
Is pump starting up and immediately kick off
Is the pump going on-off, on-off
Is there clicking or chattering at pressure switch(3”x4” grey box at pressure tank usually says “square D” on it)
Is pump coming up to pressure, shutting off and immediately loosing pressure with no water usage (watch pressure gauge dial)

LOW WATER PRESSURE:

If there is low volume at one source or entire house (test by running tub faucet)
If you have a sediment filter, bypass it to check for blockage and/or change it
If you have a water softener, bypass it to check for blockage
Check faucet aerator screens for debris
Check all toilets for leaking by the flapper inside the tank (you would hear water continually running)
Isolate (shut off) valve on water line between tank and house to check for underground leak or water running back down well due to hole in pipe or defective check valve (watch pressure gauge)

PRESSURE TANK & MANIFOLD CONCERNS:

Does pump cycle each time you draw a glass of water of flush the toilet
Pump will short cycle (on/off/on/off) when bladder style tank bladder has ruptured
Pump will short cycle if air is lost in the upper portion of the holding tank – Replace air volume control to avoid further damage. This type of tank is for a bleed back system, not to be confused with a captive air tank.
Leaking water from base of unit or seams
Bad points from constant cycling or constant clicking at pressure switch – if not repaired will damage pump or other components of the water system
Bad pressure gauge (small dial) when indicator doesn’t move – replace to monitor systems functions