No Water? Here's What's Usually Wrong.
When a well system quits, the whole house stops. Here are a few safe things to check, what usually causes it, and what we do when we get there.
Safe things to check before you call
1. Check the breaker. Find the breaker labeled "well" or "pump". If tripped, reset once. If it trips again, leave it off and call — that points to an electrical or pump problem.
2. Look at the pressure gauge on or near the pressure tank. Near zero means the pump isn't delivering water.
3. Check filters and softener. A clogged whole-house filter or softener stuck in cleaning can cut off water. Try bypass if you know where it is.
4. Listen for the pump. Humming with no water, clicking relay, or silence all help us. Tell us what you hear.
Warning: Please don't open the pressure switch cover or the control box. They carry live electricity even when the pump isn't running.
The usual causes
• Failed well pump — worn impellers, burned motor, or old age.
• Bad pressure switch — burned/pitted contacts; one of the most common no-water calls.
• Pressure tank failure — waterlogged bladder causes short cycling.
• Electrical problem — tripped breakers, loose wiring, failed control box/capacitor, lightning damage.
• Low water table — dry season; pump draws air.
• Clogged filter or softener — can choke off water to the whole house.
What we do when we get there
• Test power at panel, switch, and control box.
• Check pressure switch and gauge.
• Test pressure tank air charge and bladder.
• Test pump amp draw, flow and pressure.
• Explain what we found and give the price before any work starts.
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