TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS

Before contacting us, you can do a little checking to try to determine what is causing the problem with your well pump system. Some steps are easy to do on your own. Otherwise, please contact us.

Equipment Identification
How to identify a lack of pressure

Often an intermittent lack of pressure indicates a lack of maintenance or a need for maintenance on the system. Following the identification of the lack of pressure we can target the [...]

Turned off lightbulb representing electrical failure
Electrical Failure: Common Problems on a Well Pump System

Following a power failure, we need to check our water system to make sure it’s not damaged. You’ll be able to notice these situations and follow our tips for restoring its [...]

Faucet and glass
To be checked in case of lack of water

Questions to ask yourself when experiencing an emergency or lack of water with our submersible pump system.

Swimming pool filling
Why you shouldn’t fill your pool with your well

If you are wondering whether you can fill a swimming pool from a well, you should know that it can potentially damage the well pump for several reasons and even empty [...]

PS02-4060 Low-level pressure switch 40-60 psi
What are the signs of a faulty pressure switch?

The pressure switch plays a crucial role in maintaining the correct pressure in your well pump system. This device acts as a pressure switch, controlling the operation of the submersible or [...]

Defective tank
6 quick ways to tell if your tank is defective

It’s possible that water is coming out of the air valve. When the pressure in the house is at zero, if the tank is heavy and you hear water inside when [...]

Rusco Vu-Flow Sand Separator/Sediment Water Filter System
How to clean a sand filter

The sand filter is a part that helps protect the plumbing and prevent the faucets from clogging. It can sometimes cause a lack of pressure if not properly cleaned. Here are [...]

Pumptrol Low level pressure switch
How to Reset Your Low Level Pressure Switch

Here are 4 steps to reprime your pressure switch. Start by closing your main valve located at the outlet of the pressure tank. Then activate the small arm by pushing it [...]

Well-X-Trol pressure tank
How to check and calibrate your pressure tank

Please note that it is recommended to check the condition of your pressure tank at least once a year. Watch our help video and or follow the guide with steps to [...]