A bad connection and dirt or gravel on the pump can cause the pump to make noises it shouldn't. When a pump is operating properly, you can hardly hear it run.
When the pump starts but only runs for a little while or it sounds very noisy, there are several things you should check.
As always, don’t forget to use caution and turn off power at the breaker when testing components within the electrical system. If you are not 100% confident...
This article is part of a series on troubleshooting pumps:
- Troubleshooting Pumps: The Pump Motor Doesn’t Run
- Troubleshooting Pumps: The Pump Turns On, But There’s No Water
- Troubleshooting Pumps: The Pump Runs Continuously or Cycles Too Frequently
- Troubleshooting Pumps: The Pump Makes a Lot of Noise
- Troubleshooting Pumps: There’s a Sewer Gas Smell
