Water Pressure

[Phyllis Bishop]

I have a well with a submersible pump and my water line runs under my house and into a presurized tank. Our water has never had the pressure I feel it should have but lately is has gotten much worse. While running water the force will get stronger for a while then weaker for a while. I dont think the problem is the pump but then again, Im not a plumber so Im not sure. I feel it has something to do with the water tank. If it is possible to correct the problem myself, I would certainly like to save the money.Any suggestions on how to get the water pressure up? Sometimes the water slows to a trickle now and that makes taking a shower, doing the laundry or anything a problem.Thanks for any help and advice…………David

[David DuckettParticipant]

: I have a well with a submersible pump and my water line runs under my house and into a presurized tank. Our water has never had the pressure I feel it should have but lately is has gotten much worse. While running water the force will get stronger for a while then weaker for a while. I dont think the problem is the pump but then again, Im not a plumber so Im not sure. I feel it has something to do with the water tank. If it is possible to correct the problem myself, I would certainly like to save the money.: Any suggestions on how to get the water pressure up? Sometimes the water slows to a trickle now and that makes taking a shower, doing the laundry or anything a problem.: Thanks for any help and advice…………DavidDavid, It could very well be the expansion tank. If the check valve and expansion tank are working well, there should be pressure

[David DuckettParticipant]

Always check the easiest things first. Could be a number of things, but your tank could be waterlogged, means lost all its air pocket inside which is what actually maintains your pressure fairly evenly during usage. Listen at the tank carefully while someone else turns on a faucet. Does the pump kick on right away? If so, you need to drain the tank at least 1/2 way down and get some air into the tank so the incoming water can compress it and give you a pressure cushion. Hope this helps! Jim Morse in Korea: : : I have a well with a submersible pump and my water line runs under my house and into a presurized tank. Our water has never had the pressure I feel it should have but lately is has gotten much worse. While running water the force will get stronger for a while then weaker for a while. I dont think the problem is the pump but then again, Im not a plumber so Im not sure. I feel it has something to do with the water tank. If it is possible to correct the problem myself, I would certainly like to save the money.: : Any suggestions on how to get the water pressure up? Sometimes the water slows to a trickle now and that makes taking a shower, doing the laundry or anything a problem.: : Thanks for any help and advice…………David: David, : It could very well be the expansion tank. : If the check valve and expansion tank are working well, there should be pressure

[David DuckettParticipant]

: Always check the easiest things first. Could be a number of things, but your tank could be waterlogged, means lost all its air pocket inside which is what actually maintains your pressure fairly evenly during usage. Listen at the tank carefully while someone else turns on a faucet. Does the pump kick on right away? If so, you need to drain the tank at least 1/2 way down and get some air into the tank so the incoming water can compress it and give you a pressure cushion. Hope this helps! : Jim Morse in Korea: : : : : I have a well with a submersible pump and my water line runs under my house and into a presurized tank. Our water has never had the pressure I feel it should have but lately is has gotten much worse. While running water the force will get stronger for a while then weaker for a while. I dont think the problem is the pump but then again, Im not a plumber so Im not sure. I feel it has something to do with the water tank. If it is possible to correct the problem myself, I would certainly like to save the money.: : : Any suggestions on how to get the water pressure up? Sometimes the water slows to a trickle now and that makes taking a shower, doing the laundry or anything a problem.: : : Thanks for any help and advice…………David: : David, : : It could very well be the expansion tank. : : If the check valve and expansion tank are working well, there should be pressure

[David DuckettParticipant]

: Please explain how you reestablish pressure in a water logged tank.I have a Champion Tank about 8 years old.

[David DuckettParticipant]

: I have a well with a submersible pump and my water line runs under my house and into a presurized tank. Our water has never had the pressure I feel it should have but lately is has gotten much worse. While running water the force will get stronger for a while then weaker for a while. I dont think the problem is the pump but then again, Im not a plumber so Im not sure. I feel it has something to do with the water tank. If it is possible to correct the problem myself, I would certainly like to save the money.: Any suggestions on how to get the water pressure up? Sometimes the water slows to a trickle now and that makes taking a shower, doing the laundry or anything a problem.: Thanks for any help and advice…………DavidTell me all the facts about Water Pressure and email me ASAP!!!! IT IS FOR A SCIENCE PROJECT!

[David DuckettParticipant]

: I have a well with a submersible pump and my water line runs under my house and into a presurized tank. Our water has never had the pressure I feel it should have but lately is has gotten much worse. While running water the force will get stronger for a while then weaker for a while. I dont think the problem is the pump but then again, Im not a plumber so Im not sure. I feel it has something to do with the water tank. If it is possible to correct the problem myself, I would certainly like to save the money.: Any suggestions on how to get the water pressure up? Sometimes the water slows to a trickle now and that makes taking a shower, doing the laundry or anything a problem.: Thanks for any help and advice…………David

[David DuckettParticipant]

How can I determine the pressure of the seawater at acertain depth?Appreciate any help,Ahmed.

[David DuckettParticipant]

: I have a well with a submersible pump and my water line runs under my house and into a presurized tank. Our water has never had the pressure I feel it should have but lately is has gotten much worse. While running water the force will get stronger for a while then weaker for a while. I dont think the problem is the pump but then again, Im not a plumber so Im not sure. I feel it has something to do with the water tank. If it is possible to correct the problem myself, I would certainly like to save the money.: Any suggestions on how to get the water pressure up? Sometimes the water slows to a trickle now and that makes taking a shower, doing the laundry or anything a problem.: Thanks for any help and advice…………David

[David DuckettParticipant]

I am currently receiving close to 40 psi from the street. My in home pressure is in the low 30s. I am in the market for a Booster Pump. Does anyone have any recommendations. Several neighbors have installed Amtrol pumps. Amtrol web site looks good, but Id like to review a few more b4 I decide.

[David DuckettParticipant]

: I am currently receiving close to 40 psi from the street. My in home pressure is in the low 30s. I am in the market for a Booster Pump. Does anyone have any recommendations. Several neighbors have installed Amtrol pumps. Amtrol web site looks good, but Id like to review a few more b4 I decide.I am also preparing to install an inground sprinkler system for my yard.

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