Water pump problem

[migrant]

Our water pump has been going off at a regular interval without us running water. I've followed every line we have, twice, and have found no leakage above ground. The water meter doesn't seem to be moving also.

Any ideas, or someone experienced we can call?

Thanks!!

[Dannie Boy]

Our water pump has been going off at a regular interval without us running water. I've followed every line we have, twice, and have found no leakage above ground. The water meter doesn't seem to be moving also.

Any ideas, or someone experienced we can call?

Thanks!!

I know that you’ve already checked for obvious leaks, but that’s what it sounds like and the amount to get the pump to turn on is so small, I doubt that your meter will register it.


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[migrant]

Our water pump has been going off at a regular interval without us running water. I've followed every line we have, twice, and have found no leakage above ground. The water meter doesn't seem to be moving also.

Any ideas, or someone experienced we can call?

Thanks!!

I know that you’ve already checked for obvious leaks, but that’s what it sounds like and the amount to get the pump to turn on is so small, I doubt that your meter will register it.


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Yes that's what I'm afraid of, a leak underground.

[DSB]

To me this sounds like the non return valve is leaking, probably just dirty. This is located on the inlet side of your pump, and is fairly easy to clean. If you are not sure than there are a few people around who can fix this in less than 30 minutes.

[migrant]

To me this sounds like the non return valve is leaking, probably just dirty. This is located on the inlet side of your pump, and is fairly easy to clean. If you are not sure than there are a few people around who can fix this in less than 30 minutes.

Great, I'll take a look, thanks!!

[brianks]

In the future you should install shut off valves for every major water line coming from the pump. You can then isolate where the leak is coming from easily. I did that when I was installing my pumps and it sure helps to determine where the leak is coming from.

[migrant]

In the future you should install shut off valves for every major water line coming from the pump. You can then isolate where the leak is coming from easily. I did that when I was installing my pumps and it sure helps to determine where the leak is coming from.

Yes, we have two lines going out to help identify. Tried one, then the other and pump continued to go off so perhaps the air intake as DSB said. Thanks!!

[HHTel]

I battled for weeks with a similar problem. All logic said there was a leak but after thouroughly checking several times none could be found.
It eventually turned out to be a leak in a down pipe from upstairs. The pipe was embedded in the wall and was only noticed in the dry weather by a very small dribble coming from the base of the wall. It involved breaking into the wall and exposing the pipe. Sure enough there was a small leak in the pipe. It had been chewed by what we can only guess at being a rat that somehow got into the cavity. After fixing the leak, I tossed a box of rat poison into the cavity before closing it off.

[migrant]

Looks like it stopped on its own for now.

Thanks All!! Hopefully no rats!!

[VincentD]

Just in case it does start it's intermittent fault again.
In my experience, I have had those pumps with a pressure tank, and the tanks will eventually crack, normally at the weld holding the rest of it on top. They can be welded, but this is temporary at best. You can also get a replacement tank and give it a couple more years of operation, by which time a replacement is probably due.
Most pumps will have a service number.
I later changed to a 'tankless' type of pump; these have a pressure accumulator filled with air to even out the pumping cycle. It started erratic operation a few years after purchase - the parts are made with plastic and eventually cracked, the slow leak would lower the pressure just enough to operate on one cycle, go to sleep for 5 minutes, then repeat ad nauseaum.
I called the service number, they sent out a tech, and it was fixed and serviced for a lot less than a new pump. Plus a 6 month warranty on the repair.
Sorry a bit long winded, but your best bet is to get the pump service number and give them a call. Assuming it is the pump.

[migrant]

Just in case it does start it's intermittent fault again.
In my experience, I have had those pumps with a pressure tank, and the tanks will eventually crack, normally at the weld holding the rest of it on top. They can be welded, but this is temporary at best. You can also get a replacement tank and give it a couple more years of operation, by which time a replacement is probably due.
Most pumps will have a service number.
I later changed to a 'tankless' type of pump; these have a pressure accumulator filled with air to even out the pumping cycle. It started erratic operation a few years after purchase - the parts are made with plastic and eventually cracked, the slow leak would lower the pressure just enough to operate on one cycle, go to sleep for 5 minutes, then repeat ad nauseaum.
I called the service number, they sent out a tech, and it was fixed and serviced for a lot less than a new pump. Plus a 6 month warranty on the repair.
Sorry a bit long winded, but your best bet is to get the pump service number and give them a call. Assuming it is the pump.

Thanks!!