well pressure question

[turnkey4099]

Othes have given references to sites for very good information/directions. Just a comment on house pressure.

There are 3 sstandard settings
20-40
30-50
40-60

20-40 is rare for good reason - really too low for good operation of sprinklers, showers, etc.

30-50 A good setting BUT. At the low end while it is adequate for a nice shower it is nothing to brag about.
Mine is set 30-50 and I do have a problem with some sprinklers.

40-60 - In my mind it is the best. Strong pressure throughout the range.

Settings over 60 (cut-out) are not recommended for residential use. It causes excess wear on fixtures.

Harry K

 

[reb]

On the advice of a plumber whose experience was primarily city housing construction, I used 3/4" copper from my well to the house. My pressure switch is set for 20/40# and I find the flow barely adequate, tho the shower is ok. On my previous house, I used 1 1/4" copper from the pump and tank and had no volume or pressure problems with a 20/40# pressure switch. For those building new, I recommend using at least 1" pipe from the pump and pressure tank. It is hard to retrofit, so I will probably have to change my pressure switch.

 

[farmerpsv]

Thanks everyone for taking the time to reply and for the info. im headed to the basement to see what i can see.
paul

 

[turnkey4099]

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You shouldn't have to change the pressure switch - they are adjustable. 20-40 is definitely IMO way too low for adequate service. Jack it up to 30-50 at least and readjust the pre-charge.

Harry K