Recent content by Mike Wayne

While I'll be happy to get some free advice on this, it's way too big a project not to expect to pay for consulting help from a pro. This is an initial post to describe the project. We bought a "factory built" (not modular) house a few years ago. Originally built in 2006. Most of the plumbing...

So, do I need to ask the well guy to add a tap so I can sanitize? Or do I look at pulling the 4 bolts holding on the top plate? Otherwise, any suggestions on how to proceed?

Looks like some sort of spring inside the tee. Pix from the top and the side.

I cleaned off the well top. Looks like the ground wire is the vent as there is play in it: Unless this top fitting is it? You're not suggesting a local installer with a Clack valve?

Clearly, I need to set aside a Saturday and disinfect the well. Will do that. I'll look to see if there is an air vent or plug. Still need thoughts on a water softener.

I should mention that I'm a city guy - this is my first well so I'm learning a lot. The smell used to be worse on the hot water side. I replaced the rod in the electric water heater and now it's about the same for hot and cold. No smell at all if used daily or so, minor smell if not used for...

House has 6 bathrooms. While my wife and I are the only constant residents, we Airbnb rent the lake level with 6-8 additional people at various times throughout the warm season. Trying to supply complete information so that I get the right equipment. No softener currently installed. Well...