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Old 07-04-2008, 02:57 PM   #5 (permalink)
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When you say 5 of you on same line, do you mean on same pump/well or is this just an access line off a main line?

If its 5 of you on same well/pump. You might be able to check for a leak if no one else is using water and the well servicing you is running or the pressure tank system for it is loosing pressure. This is all signs of a leak in a line. As the system is loosing pressure and having to renew it.

If its a very severe leak, you will usually see a moisture build up at ground level close to the leak also.

If its not the above, I have to go with blockage. Sometimes you can blow a small blockage out by applying back pressure to the line. Small air compressor should do the trick. Go easy on air pressure used, not over 25lbs. Works best if you can depressure the line that serves those 5 cabins, should be able to do that by shutting off well, then having a neighbor turn on some water to release pressure tank. Important before applying air to line make sure that your closet neighbor has an open faucet to allow the pressure to escape if it blows out the blockage.
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