When your pressure pump is not functioning properly, it doesn't necessarily mean that you are in need of a brand new pump. Make sure you understand common pressure pump issues and you can avoid spending more time and money than you need to.

If your pump hums but does not start, one of three things could be going on. Your motor start capacitor may have failed, in which case you're looking at a part replacement. Your motor bearings may have collapsed, which can sometimes be rebuilt cost effectively. Finally, worst case, your pump has run dry and the internal system has melted. Often, this is the most costly of the three options. Discontinue attempts to start the pump until you've had a professional evaluate the situation.

If your failure light is on, check to see if your pressure tank is empty. An empty tank will trigger the light to turn on before the pump runs completely dry and causes catastrophic damage. If your tank is full and the pump starts, your controller is the issue. Call a professional to have this part replaced. If your tank is full and your pump does not start, it's time to call in a pump repair specialist to find out what is going on.

If your pump is not priming, or loses prime, there is an issue with the suction or intake system. This might be caused by an obstruction in the pumps or an air leak in the suction line. Other common causes include an improper suction lift for the pump or a faulty mechanical seal. Check all of your suction inlets and strainers for blockage first thing, and you could find the problem yourself.

If your pump motor has difficulty turning, you could be facing a voltage problem. This could mean that one or more moving parts within the pump is damaged or your bearings have collapsed.

If your pump is running hot, first check the water level in your tank. Then, make sure there aren't any obstructions between the tank and the water delivery system of the pump. If these are not the issue, you could require a new pressure switch so that your pump shuts down when it needs to.

If your pump is leaking between the pump and the housing, it's time to replace the mechanical seal. Get this done right away to avoid damage to the motor. Shut down the pump's operation until the problem can be addressed.

Make sure you attend to any pump repairs you need as soon as you can. Keep these issues in mind and you'll be on your way to saving money on costly repairs and replacements down the line.

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