Why does my pump need primed after using the washing machine?
We just bought this house. I don't know a lot about the well system, but we have some kind of issue - hopefully someone can help.
We moved in Sunday (11/8). I did a load of laundry and we lost water. We primed the pump and regained water on Monday. Everything was working fine. My son, myself and my husband have all taken showers. I washed every single dish I have, etc... basically used A LOT of water with NO issues in pressure, everything was fine! Then this morning I did another load of laundry. Once the washer got to the rinse cycle the water was barely trickling out. I checked the pressure gauge on the pump and it was at 0.
Any ideas? I don't think it would a problem with the water level in the well since I'm SURE that we used enough water during a shower to match what we would use to fill the washer. Could there be a problem with how the washer is hooked up? If so, what?
I am at a loss since it is only happening when I run the washer.
We have like NO money since the move - we have already ran into extra expenses from that and we have our first house payment due soon... and I'm 7 months pregnant! I am at my wits end - please help!! :confused: