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    Jul 22, 2010, 04:38 AM
    Why am I losing water pressure inside only? On a shallow well, pump is fairly new.
    Hi! I have a shallow well. We are in a drought. Water pressure is low throughout the house and falling, despite conserving water. I thought the problem was drought-related. But yesterday, I broke my self-imposed water restrictions and used the outside hose to water my thirsty shrubs. I was surprised to find that the pressure outside is just fine! What might be going on here?

    Note: Pressure has been low for two weeks. A few days ago, I could hear a small amount of air sputtering into the toilet tank.

    Also... about one minute into a shower, pressure increases Every time like clockwork, then fails after about 30 seconds. The pipes "sing" during the increase in pressure.

    Thank you for your time.
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    Jul 22, 2010, 05:57 AM

    Two things

    1. The pressure rising and falling during a shower could indicate a waterlogged pressure tank. To check, depress the little air valve at the top of your pressure tank for a few seconds and see if water comes out. If it does, then the tank is defective and needs to be replaced.

    2. You could have a water filter or softener that is clogged and preventing good flow to the house. If you have one, and if it has a bypass valve, then turn the bypass and see if that solves your indoor problem.
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    Jul 22, 2010, 06:07 PM

    WOW! Thank you so much. Here after spending weeks worrying about my well, I find that the problem is not with my well at all! I bypassed the water conditioner, like you advised, and the pressure returned to normal immediately. Tomorrow I will change the filter and run the water back through the conditioner. I'll let you know if that resolves the issue once and for all.

    Again, thank you!
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    Jul 22, 2010, 07:42 PM

    Glad it worked out for you. Do let us know the final resolution.
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    Jan 7, 2012, 10:53 AM
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