If you turn on your shower and it’s barely sprinkling water, then your water pressure is probably fairly low. Low water pressure is an inconvenience in the bathroom, but it can negatively affect other area of your home as well. For example, if you have low water pressure, your dishwasher will take a much longer time to fill, which will slow down the time it takes to complete a load. The same circumstances apply to your washing machine as well, so it's easy to see that, for the reasons of both comfort and convenience, improving your low water pressure is a must.
Before figuring out how to increase the water pressure, you should figure out where the problem is coming from. If you're only noticing the poor water pressure in some areas of your home, the problem may have to do with a certain appliance or fixture.
If you know that the low water pressure is affecting your entire home and not just one faucet or area, then you can get a pressure reading from the local water department. If the water pressure is lower than 40 psi, then you're in need of an increase. Low water pressure could result from the main line being clogged, which could necessitate some extensive work to correct. However, if the water pump or valve is clogged, then you can easily unclog it by blowing out water or air pressure. Another way to increase your water pressure is by adjusting the pressure regulator, which is connected at the service line that enters the house. If the regulator is old, then the pressure will drop over time and you will need to replace it.
Low water pressure is sometimes a citywide problem, so if that's the situation you're in, you can purchase a water pressure booster system for your home.
At Heaney Plumbing & Heating, we can solve your water pressure issues by unclogging or replacing your pumps. Our skilled and reliable plumbers will find the water pressure problem and solve it as quickly as possible. If you need any plumbing repair, AC service, or heating repair, then be sure to give us a call today!