While providing well pump service for more than 26 years locally, it has become apparent that a large percentage of service calls stem from the pressure tank being left unchecked for a long period of time.
I recommend at least once a year checking the system, preferably in the spring before increased use of the system is expected.
To check the pressure in the air cell, the power supply to the well pump must be turned off and the water must be drained from the pressure tank.. With the pump turned off and the water drained from the pressure tank a standard tire gauge can be used on the valve stem at the top of the tank. The pressure in the air cell should be 4 psi lower than the pump cut-in pressure.
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