A well pump that turns on and off rapidly is short cycling, and it wears out fast. Here is the Somerville guide.
The pressure tank
A waterlogged pressure tank is the most common cause of short cycling.
The switch
A pressure switch that is set too tight or failing also causes it.
The fix
Check the tank's air charge and the switch settings.
The call
Short cycling kills pumps. Call 888-217-3585 and Somerville Plumbing Experts will match you with a Somerville pro.
Plumbing in Somerville: what to know
In Somerville, freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes. Pros in our network know the local quirks and bring the right parts on the first visit.
Across Suffolk County — from Cambridge, Medford and Everett to ZIP codes like 02145, 02143, 02144 — homeowners deal with the same kinds of issues. The tips above apply locally, and when a job goes beyond a quick fix, a vetted local pro is only a call away.
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If a plumbing issue is beyond a quick fix, don't wait for it to get worse. Call 888-217-3585 and Somerville Plumbing Experts will match you with a vetted local pro — usually within minutes. Learn more about plumbing help in Somerville.