By Nate Hershey · September 15, 2026
Check the breaker for the well pump first. Storms and power flickers trip it more often than you would think.
Next, look at the pressure gauge on the tank. If it reads zero, tap the pressure switch gently. A stuck switch can stop a perfectly good pump.
If the pump runs but the pressure never builds, the pressure tank may have lost its air charge. That is a quick fix for a technician.
If none of those help, the pump itself may have failed. Most submersible pumps last 10 to 15 years, and we can usually replace one the same day.
