Looking for some help. I have a cottage shallow well system that's been running fine for several years. The conrol setting is on at 30 psi - off at 50.
When I turned the system on this year, the pressure will not build above 28 to 30 psi - so the pump won't shut off unless I turn it off. I've checked for leaks - there are none. I swapped in an old pump - same result. The lift is about 20 feet and has not changed. Pump is 1/2 hp. I'm considering a new 3.4 hp pump - but I'm not sure this will solve it.
Any suggestions would be appreciated. This problem is driving me nuts! Thanks.
Fred
When I turned the system on this year, the pressure will not build above 28 to 30 psi - so the pump won't shut off unless I turn it off. I've checked for leaks - there are none. I swapped in an old pump - same result. The lift is about 20 feet and has not changed. Pump is 1/2 hp. I'm considering a new 3.4 hp pump - but I'm not sure this will solve it.
Any suggestions would be appreciated. This problem is driving me nuts! Thanks.
Fred