A well pump that turns on and off rapidly is short cycling, and it wears out fast. Here is the Cambridge guide.
The pressure tank
A waterlogged pressure tank is the most common cause of short cycling.
The switch
A pressure switch that is set too tight or failing also causes it.
The fix
Check the tank's air charge and the switch settings.
The call
Short cycling kills pumps. Call 888-217-3585 and Cambridge Home Plumbing Co will match you with a Cambridge pro.
Plumbing in Cambridge: what to know
In Cambridge, freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes. Pros in our network know the local quirks and bring the right parts on the first visit.
Across Suffolk County — from Somerville, Watertown and Medford to ZIP codes like 02163, 02138, 02143 — 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.
Need a hand in Cambridge?
If a plumbing issue is beyond a quick fix, don't wait for it to get worse. Call 888-217-3585 and Cambridge Home Plumbing Co will match you with a vetted local pro — usually within minutes. Learn more about plumbing help in Cambridge.