Service well pump pressure switch
Why it matters
Pitted switch contacts cause the pump to fail silently. Switch costs $20-$50, but a burned-out well pump costs $1,500-$4,000.
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How to do it
- 1
Locate the pressure switch on the well system (gray box near tank).
- 2
Turn off power at the breaker to the well pump.
- 3
Unscrew the switch cover to access the electrical contacts.
- 4
Inspect the contacts for corrosion, pitting, or black residue.
- 5
If contacts are pitted, the switch requires professional replacement.
- 6
Turn power back on and test pump startup after service.