Why is my sprinkler system not getting enough water pressure?

• <div><p>There are several common causes of low water pressure in your sprinkler system, including clogged sprinkler heads and issues with your backflow preventer valve. Start by inspecting and cleaning your sprinkler heads to ensure they’re in working order and there aren’t any blockages. Then, check your backflow preventer valve to ensure it’s open. If you spot damage to it, hire a sprinkler pro to repair or replace it.</p></div>

Can you shock a well yourself?

• <div><p>Yes, you can shock a well yourself, but it can be dangerous if you don’t know what you’re doing. We recommend calling a pro, but if you decide to do it yourself, make sure to follow proper safety precautions. This means <b>wearing the correct safety gear, </b>such as rubber gloves, goggles, and boots. You should also <b>mix the chlorine solution in an open area</b> with plenty of ventilation. Also, make sure <b>not to drink or use the water for a few days afterward, </b>until you’ve flushed the system and retested the water.</p></div>

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Q: What is the price range for fixing a malfunctioning well pump?

• <div><p>Repair costs range from $200 to $1,200, depending on the issue and pump type.</p></div>

Q: How often should I check water pressure?

• <div><p>You should check water pressure twice a year to ensure there aren&rsquo;t any irregularities and that it isn&rsquo;t too high. It&rsquo;s also smart to check it any time you notice symptoms of high water pressure (like banging pipes, inconsistent water flow, and leaky fixtures). Similarly, if you live in an area that&rsquo;s prone to water pressure fluctuations due to municipal supply changes, elevation, or seasonal temperature shifts, check it more frequently. You can buy an affordable water pressure gauge and check the water pressure yourself. </p></div>

Q: Are there emergency services available for well pump failures?

• <div><p>Many pros offer rapid response services to restore essential water flow quickly.</p></div>

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Reviewed in October 2024
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Krizman Earthworks LLC
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Reviewed in January 2018
Great service! Tom and Sam squeezed us in first thing Monday morning at -20 to come take a look at our well system that had failed over the weekend. They pulled the well pipe down to the pump and found a hole just above the pump that was causing the system to loose pressure. They replaced that...
Alaskan Drilling, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2014
Stated it would take 2 weeks and $4,000. to replace the engine. Billed me for $6,400 a month later. This included the MAIN but for some reason NOT the secondary fuel level sending unit. The engine works fine, BUT the secondary sending unit still puts on my check engine light when it's more...
Kendall Auto
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Reviewed in April 2014
At a home show in Fairbanks last weekend, Altrol had a booth at the show and offered a free inspection of their household plumping services. ( I had signed up with other plumping businesses at the show, but Altrol is the only one that called to schedule an appointment.) The young man that came...
Altrol Heating Cooling & Plumbing
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Reviewed in December 2013
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Reviewed in July 2013
Pumping service was conducted in a timely and professional manner. I would use their services again and I recommend their services to future customers.
Homestead Pumping and Thawing
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Reviewed in May 2013
They were very easy to work with. Scheduling was simple and the tech showed up when they said he would. The technician was very knowledgeable about what he was doing and explained to me the details about my tank and different things to look for when the tank is being pumped. Will use them...
Hardee'S Septic Tank Service
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Reviewed in April 2013
I needed my septic system pumped, when I called they took my information and gave me an estimate. They came and pumped my tank and I was able to pay the driver on the job. I really appreciated their attention to detail.
Bigfoot Pumping & Thawing
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Reviewed in October 2012
I called Robert to see if the company was interested in this small job. He suggested I might want to try putting a sealer on the sub floor to see if that blocked the odor. I was pleasantly surprised that he was offering me a cheaper fix for no charge. I told him I wanted a more permanent...
Rising Fast Construction LLC
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Reviewed in September 2012
My water holding tank began leaking just before winter. I was able to patch the problem but didn't trust that it would hold long term and didn't want to go into winter with a questionable water supply. Ice water wells came out and looked at the property, explained what they would do, and gave...
Ice Water Wells
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Repair costs range from $200 to $1,200, depending on the issue and pump type.

There are several common causes of low water pressure in your sprinkler system, including clogged sprinkler heads and issues with your backflow preventer valve. Start by inspecting and cleaning your sprinkler heads to ensure they’re in working order and there aren’t any blockages. Then, check your backflow preventer valve to ensure it’s open. If you spot damage to it, hire a sprinkler pro to repair or replace it.

You should check water pressure twice a year to ensure there aren’t any irregularities and that it isn’t too high. It’s also smart to check it any time you notice symptoms of high water pressure (like banging pipes, inconsistent water flow, and leaky fixtures). Similarly, if you live in an area that’s prone to water pressure fluctuations due to municipal supply changes, elevation, or seasonal temperature shifts, check it more frequently. You can buy an affordable water pressure gauge and check the water pressure yourself.

Yes, you can shock a well yourself, but it can be dangerous if you don’t know what you’re doing. We recommend calling a pro, but if you decide to do it yourself, make sure to follow proper safety precautions. This means wearing the correct safety gear, such as rubber gloves, goggles, and boots. You should also mix the chlorine solution in an open area with plenty of ventilation. Also, make sure not to drink or use the water for a few days afterward, until you’ve flushed the system and retested the water.

Many pros offer rapid response services to restore essential water flow quickly.

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