The air charge in a well pressure tank is what pushes water to the fixtures when the pump is off, and the right charge keeps the pump from short-cycling. Too little air and the tank fills with water instead.
The charge
The tank holds water and a cushion of air, and the air pushes the water out as it is used. The air charge is set to the pump's cut-in pressure. rain and older housing stock mean corroded fittings and slow drains show up often In Kent, well owners check it at service time.
The waterlogged
When the air charge is lost, the tank fills with water and the pump cycles rapidly, wearing itself out.
The check
A pro checks the air pressure with the tank drained and adds air to the correct setting, matching the switch.
The symptom
Rapid clicking, surging pressure, and a pump that kicks on constantly all point to a lost charge.
The call
Restore the air charge and protect the pump. Call 888-217-3585 and Kent Plumbing Experts will match you with a Kent pro.
Plumbing in Kent: what to know
In Kent, rain and older housing stock mean corroded fittings and slow drains show up often. Pros in our network know the local quirks and bring the right parts on the first visit.
Across King County — from Des Moines, Covington and Seatac to ZIP codes like 98031, 98030, 98032 — homeowners deal with the same kinds of issues. The tips above apply locally, and when a job goes beyond a quick fix, a vetted local pro is only a call away.
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