DumbOnPlumbing
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- Pump in the well.
- Myers Hydro-pneumatic pump tank 1/2 HP
- Inside water pressure fine.
- Outside always been poor, and we want to increase that.
We have 3/4 acre with several lengths of hose and watering tractors, but even with one hose and a hand sprayer the pressure is low.
When outside sprinklers run the pump kicks exactly every one minute. The pressure gauge kicks on at 40, rises to 60 and cuts off.
A well company came out to assess for $65. Said my tank bladder is "shot" and they could install a new tank for $650. However another water expert tapped on the tank and said he thought it was ok. I drained the tank and it didn't sound like any water was left in there. I knocked around and it sounded like a hollow bell and I could move the tank easily. Also the water pressure in the house and outside is the same as it ever was. I don't think it's shot.
This company said my pump should run continuously and not shut off while watering outside. They also said I need to run more hoses so the pump doesn't cut off.
Two other companies said I should get a larger tank AND a stronger pump.
- Is my tank bladder shot?
- Do I need a stronger pump outside?
- Should I just get a larger capacity tank so the existing pump doesn't need to run as much?
- Comparable size tanks at Lowe's are like $250. $650 seems like I'm being taken for a ride.
THANKS!!!!