A jet pump that loses the prime stops pulling the water. The suction leaks and the check valves are the causes.
The prime
The jet pump must stay primed to pull the water. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Mentor, the prime is the start.
The leak
A suction line leak lets the air in and the prime out. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Mentor, the leak is the cause.
The valve
A failing foot valve lets the water fall back. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Mentor, the valve is the cause.
The reprime
Refill the pump and the restart it to test. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Mentor, the reprime is the step.
The check
Inspect the suction fittings for the air leaks. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Mentor, the check is the step.
The fix
Seal the leaks and the replace the bad valve. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Mentor, the fix is the repair.
The call
Losing prime? Call 888-217-3585 and Mentor Plumbing Helpers will match you with a Mentor pro for the service.
Plumbing in Mentor: what to know
In Mentor, 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 Lake County — from Mentor On The Lake, Painesville and Willoughby to ZIP codes like 44060, 44045, 44094 — 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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