What Does a Bladder Tank Do

It maintains a desired range of water pressure in the distribution system. It minimizes pump cycling, preventing frequent starts and stops and protecting pumps from motor burnout or other water system components from damage. It protects against water hammer.

What is the purpose of bladder tank?

A bladder tank is a large, flexible container used to store many types of liquids. When maximum capacity is reached, the bladder tank takes the form of a large pillow, hence it is also called a pillow tank.

What happens when a bladder tank goes bad?

Frequent water hammers can stress water pipes and weaken old joints. Over time, your pipes may break. Water hammers can occur when a well pressure tank is no longer able to maintain a constant, optimal water pressure in your home. Instead, water flow is more apt to experience fluctuations that result in water hammers.