How Do You Increase Water Pressure From A Well Pump?
Water pressure from a private home water well uses an electrical pressure switch for control. The pressure switch is located on the pressure tank of the water system. The switch will close and turn the pump on when the pressure drops below a preset point. The water pump will then turn off when that pressure is reached. Increasing the overall water pressure for the water pump can only be achieved by changing these set points. You must have a pressure gauge installed on the water tank in order to properly increase water pressure from a well pump. Locate the pressure switch on the pressure tank. It has a gray plastic cover with a small nut on top. Turn the small nut in a counterclockwise direction with the plumbers pliers. Lift the plastic cover from the switch. Exercise caution, as there are energized electrical parts in the switch. The electrical power must remain on to make the adjustments. Identify the two spring-loaded adjustment nuts on the pressure switch. The smaller nut and sprin
