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Water pump pressure's to 28psi and keeps runningbut won't add pressure?
I have a 1/2 hp water pump that pressure's to 28psi and keeps running without adding pressure.I turn off valve coming into the house to make sure water not leaking and still no added pressure.when I manually shut pump off it doesn't come on until I flick the switch?? When I run water psi goes to zero? any ideas
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My familiarity with well systems and pumps has definitely has its limits, but if your pump is running and does not increase pressure it usually means that here is a leak in the line and the pump is trying to reach pressure but cannot. Look for any signs of leaking throughout or around the house.
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When you have the valve to house turned off, and you then turn off the pump, does the pressure hold steady, or does it drop? If it drops, is it a slow drop or rapid? Also, is your pump above ground or in the well? If it is above ground, how many pipes go into the well, one or two? |
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I'm having a similar issue. I have an above ground pump with two pipes coming in. I have replaced the blatter tank and pressure control. Also have added check valves on both inlet lines, and notice there is a check valve on the outlet pipe. Pressure builds to 25 psi. and does not get higher.
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