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No, a bigger pressure tank has no effect on water pressure. To increase water pressure in your well water, gently adjust the tank’s pressure settings to a higher psi (pounds per square inch). If you’ve already done this, you can swap out your current pump for one with a higher flow rate, measured in gallons per minute (GPM). You can also call a pro to install a water pressure booster pump in your home plumbing system. If you experience fluctuations in water pressure, replace your current tank and pump with a constant pressure system.

Options include submersible, jet, and centrifugal pumps. Choose based on water needs and well depth.

There are a few signs you can look out for to determine if your well pump needs to be repaired or replaced, including the following:

• Your water pressure fluctuates.

• You lose water entirely on occasion.

• You notice the pump making unusual noises.

• Water sputters out of your fixtures.

• Your utility bills suddenly spike without explanation.

• You notice sediment or cloudiness in your water.

• You hear that the pump runs continuously.

If you notice any of these issues, call a professional well pump repair service to inspect it and determine whether you should repair or replace it.

You should have your well inspected once per year. You should also have a well inspection done when you’re buying a house with a private well, when the well cap is opened, when the septic tank is repaired, or when there is flooding.

During your annual visit, a pro will make sure that everything is working correctly and check for certain contaminants, including total coliform. Every other year, they’ll look for things like metals and nitrates, and every five years, they’ll test for pesticides.