Pilot49
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A couple of years ago, we had a problem with sustaining pressure in our well. It would build up, then as we used it, it would fade to nothing. Then it wouldn't even build up. It was also kicking out dark sand grit, and I thought the water level was low. I had a well guy come out and check out the pump, the water level, and what he ended up doing was replacing the Check Valve where the water line exits the casing. It seemed to solve the problem. Now we are back to a similar problem. The well pressure only builds up to 40psi, and the water will run out of pressure after about a minute of two of running the water. Over the last couple of days, it has risen to full pressure on the guage a couple of times, but for the most part it hovers at 40 PSI and the pump runs constantly. I was thinking of Buying a new Check Valve and replacing it myself to see if that solves the problem again. Any other suggestions before I spend another grand to have the Well guy come out?