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Low Water Pressure SolutionsWater pressure is affected when you turn on two different fixtures at the same time. If you are in the shower, you may notice that the water flow is lower than usual when you turn on the bathroom sink or the kitchen sink. This is caused by the two or more fixtures competing for the same supply.
The water pressure in a home can be affected in many ways. You should check for water conservation filters in your shower head to help increase water pressure. Low water pressure can also be caused by the following:
The water pressure regulator is a bell-shaped device generally found below the front hose connection of your home. The regulators are generally preset by the manufacturer at about 45 – 60 psi and, in most cases, don’t need to be adjusted. But therein lies the problem. Sometimes a pressure regulator simply goes bad and needs to be replaced. But rather than calling a professional, a homeowner takes matters into their own hands, which can lead to further water flow problems. Pressure regulators can be replaced or fixed easily by a licensed plumber at a reasonable cost.
Since water is essentially a non-compressible liquid it shows the unique trait of transferring pressure horizontally when in a confined space. This means is that water in a pipe exhibits the same pressure as it would if the pipe were perfectly vertical, even if the pipe isn’t. This is why a water storage tank should be located higher than the homes it is designed to serve so that the water can flow by gravity.
There are two main valves that should be turned on, the customer valve and the home valve. These valves are located at the meter box and near the water hose faucet, at the front of the residence. Even if only a bit turned off, these valves can cause a decrease in water flow.
The first thing you should do to determine whether you have a leak is to shut off all of the water taps inside and outside of your home. The next step is to read the water meter. If you notice that your water usage has increased, chances are you have a leak. The next step is to contact a plumber as soon as possible.
You can expect the majority of your neighborhood to use the shower at the same time every morning or water the lawn at the same time every evening. If that’s the case, you might look at altering your schedule a bit.
If you are experiencing mineral deposits or corrosion issues in your home, a good way to assess the problem is to get a plumber to come and examine your house. They will be able to give you a good estimate of the extent of the repair work that needs to be done.
Checking the water valves and monitoring water usage amounts and schedules will be the first thing you should do if you want to increase water pressure in your home. The last thing you want to do is to make any problem bigger than it already is, so lean on a professional to help, and rest assured, once the problem is fixed, you can go back to being yourself.
