Lightning strike, well pump box failed

[WoodChuckDad]

I am trying to get my tank installed but because I am putting in a filter and using expansion pex, I have had to order some specialized fittings and I managed to order cpvc adapter instead of pvc adapter and my local stores did not have anything I could use to bridge the gap. So I am waiting on the delivery of the rest of the stuff I need. This has dragged on far longer than I wanted it to.

 

[steve tym]

And that's why you hire people to do stuff like this. Yes they will charge you more, but the job would have been done a long time ago and done right.

 

[IXLR8]

And that's why you hire people to do stuff like this. Yes they will charge you more, but the job would have been done a long time ago and done right.

I could hire folks here, but for most of them I would have to go out and 'fix' what they 'fixed', so I do it myself. Around here, finding someone who actually knows what they are doing is tough to do.

 

[steve tym]

If a customer of mine has to fix what we fixed, I'd be embarrased and really want the opertunity to make it right. (Sorry, I can run a business but sure as hell can't spell).

 

[Valveman]

Unfortunately, finding a good pump man has become difficult if not impossible in many places. The DIY market for pumps has become enormous because people cannot count on anyone local knowing what they are doing. A good pump man is worth his weight in gold. But most these days have no idea how pumps work. In their defense most are being taught they do not need to know how pumps work, only how to install electronic equipment like VFD's. Pump manufacturers don't want them to really understand pumps, just install the most expensive and shortest lived equipment like they teach them to install. Even when there is a pump man available in the area I always recommend doing the research themselves anyway. Being able to tell the pump man they don't want the expensive short lived equipment and had rather have something long lasting, dependable, and affordable is a smart thing to do. There are contractors who want to treat the customers right. But there are many who just want to sell the most expensive and short lived pumps and controls they can. This makes more money for the contractor but is not good for the consumer. It is the same with anything. Either be informed or suffer the consequences.

 

[WoodChuckDad]

And that's why you hire people to do stuff like this. Yes they will charge you more, but the job would have been done a long time ago and done right.

Steve, I built the house myself. Cement foundation, electrical sub panels, standing seam metal roof and drywall are what I subbed out. Everything else, for better or worse, my wife and I built ourselves. I had the well drilled in 2017 or 2018. I installed the pump myself, in 2022. I know most people hire things out, and I don’t begrudge anyone for doing that. But if I didn’t, I would still be living in the suburbs , paying $700 to have a toilet installed.
There might be some tribulations and stupidity tax applied to my way of doing it, but in the long run, I feel the benefits. I was fortunate enough that a couple guys from tractor by net came and helped me out when I was struggling a couple times.

I finally got everything together and today, I installed the pressure tank.
I used a twist2clean debris filter and put in another ball valve to isolate the new tank, if I need to work on it. No leaks and flushing the toilet went from 4-5 pump cycles to 1. Part of that issue was debris getting into the lines and gumming up the toilet mechanics. I suspect frequent cycles caused the pump to twist a bit on the line and bang into the wall of the well, stirring

up sand, etc. I am pleased with the outcome.
Valveman, thanks for taking an interest and weighing in on this.

 

[Fuddyduddy1952]

My Grandfather & Dad built the house I grew up in and did everything, plumbing, wiring, septic, heating, cabinetry, roof. The house built in 1948 & my 98 yo Mother still lives in.
Years ago people did most everything themselves and I learned a lot and miss both. It's was like having two fathers.
Sad young people today missed out on that.

 

[IXLR8]

Steve, I built the house myself. Cement foundation, electrical sub panels, standing seam metal roof and drywall are what I subbed out. Everything else, for better or worse, my wife and I built ourselves. I had the well drilled in 2017 or 2018. I installed the pump myself, in 2022. I know most people hire things out, and I don’t begrudge anyone for doing that. But if I didn’t, I would still be living in the suburbs , paying $700 to have a toilet installed.
There might be some tribulations and stupidity tax applied to my way of doing it, but in the long run, I feel the benefits. I was fortunate enough that a couple guys from tractor by net came and helped me out when I was struggling a couple times.

I finally got everything together and today, I installed the pressure tank.
I used a twist2clean debris filter and put in another ball valve to isolate the new tank, if I need to work on it. No leaks and flushing the toilet went from 4-5 pump cycles to 1. Part of that issue was debris getting into the lines and gumming up the toilet mechanics. I suspect frequent cycles caused the pump to twist a bit on the line and bang into the wall of the well, stirring View attachment 3479787
up sand, etc. I am pleased with the outcome.
Valveman, thanks for taking an interest and weighing in on this.

So your new blue Welltrol tank is basically in parallel with the old beige tank. You just added more storage capacity and now it is working like you want it to? I'm still thinking about adding a CSV to my system and I'm thinking I'm just going to use the existing tank. As long as I can get the misses to quit bit%^&ing about the variable water pressure when she is showering.

 

[steve tym]

Steve, I built the house myself. Cement foundation, electrical sub panels, standing seam metal roof and drywall are what I subbed out. Everything else, for better or worse, my wife and I built ourselves. I had the well drilled in 2017 or 2018. I installed the pump myself, in 2022. I know most people hire things out, and I don’t begrudge anyone for doing that. But if I didn’t, I would still be living in the suburbs , paying $700 to have a toilet installed.
There might be some tribulations and stupidity tax applied to my way of doing it, but in the long run, I feel the benefits. I was fortunate enough that a couple guys from tractor by net came and helped me out when I was struggling a couple times.

I finally got everything together and today, I installed the pressure tank.
I used a twist2clean debris filter and put in another ball valve to isolate the new tank, if I need to work on it. No leaks and flushing the toilet went from 4-5 pump cycles to 1. Part of that issue was debris getting into the lines and gumming up the toilet mechanics. I suspect frequent cycles caused the pump to twist a bit on the line and bang into the wall of the well, stirring View attachment 3479787
up sand, etc. I am pleased with the outcome.
Valveman, thanks for taking an interest and weighing in on this.

This crowd does seem much more capable than a lot of my customers, I guess it goes with the territory. If you own a tractor, you can usually turn a wrench.