“Constant pressure systems give you city-style pressure on a private well, even when several fixtures run at once.”
A conventional well system delivers pressure in a band — strong right after the pump kicks on, weak just before. A constant pressure system uses a variable-speed drive to hold one steady pressure no matter the demand.
It's the upgrade homeowners notice most: no more pressure drop when someone starts the dishwasher mid-shower, and gentler starts that extend pump life.
How the job goes
- 1
Demand evaluation
We measure your peak demand, the pressure loss between well and house, and the well's yield to confirm constant pressure is the right fix — not every well is a candidate.
- 2
Component matching
The variable-speed drive is matched to your existing pump when it's compatible, or to a new pump when it isn't. You get the reasoning either way.
- 3
Install and program
The drive, a small pressure tank and the transducer go in, wiring is brought up to spec, and the target pressure is programmed — most homes choose around 60 PSI.
- 4
Walkthrough
We show you the controls, the fault lights and what normal sounds like, then run multiple fixtures so you can feel the pressure stay flat.
Signs you need this service
- Pressure swings when multiple fixtures run
- Multi-bath homes or large households
- Irrigation, pool fill or livestock demand
- Long runs from the well to the house
- You want city-water feel on a private well
What's included
- Demand and pressure loss evaluation
- Variable-speed drive and compatible pump selection
- Small pressure tank and controls installation
- Commissioning and pressure calibration
- Walkthrough of controls and fault indicators
What affects the cost
No two wells are identical, so we quote after diagnosis — never before. These are the factors that move the price:
- Whether your existing pump is compatible with variable-speed control
- Drive size relative to pump horsepower
- Wiring distance and condition between panel, drive and wellhead
- Plumbing changes — the large conventional tank is usually retired