High And Low Water Pressure In Canyon Lake, CA | BIG B's Plumbing
High and low water pressure repair issues can manifest themselves in a variety of ways, all of which are quite annoying. For example, a showerhead might not provide you with the desired powerful spray, or water flow from faucets can take an eternity to fill up a sink or bathtub. Additionally, it's also possible that your washing machine or dishwasher may take what seems like forever to complete a cycle.
If you live in Canyon Lake, CA, and are faced with high or low water pressure, call us today. We will get your water flowing as it should.
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THERE ARE MANY VARIABLES IN DISCOVERING LOW WATER PRESSURE
When there is low water pressure in only one fixture, the issue is probably isolated to that fixture and is easily fixable. So your focus and concentration should be on addressing that pipe or fixture. But significant water pressure difficulties that impact the entire house point to other issues. So the first step in solving your low water pressure issue is identifying the specific problem because there are many variables in locating the low water pressure.
UNDERSTANDING THE CAUSE OF LOW WATER PRESSURE
Typically, two main shutoff valves regulate a residence's water supply. The first shutoff valve is part of your home's water meter, and you can find it near the street in front of your home. The meter connects to the city's main water supply pipe going to your house. Since the valve is officially supplied by your water company and is normally exclusively utilized by them and their employees, you won't generally use it. However, if your home is experiencing low water pressure throughout your home, particularly after plumbing repair, it's conceivable that the valve is still slightly closed.
A PARTLY CLOSED SHUTOFF VALVE COULD BE THE CULPRIT
Inspect your meter valve, especially if you recently had work done and have seen a drop in pressure throughout your home. You also have another shutoff valve, usually in a garage or around your home. The shutoff is usually a ball valve with a lever-type handle. It is also known to get close or slightly if you completed work at your home, or in some situations, kids playing with it can close it without knowing what it is.
However, some shutoff valves resemble a wheel and can be opened by turning it counterclockwise. Make sure the valves are completely open to ensure your water is flowing sufficiently. If the valve is a ball valve, the lever handle will parallel the pipe, similar to the shutoff valve located at the meter, which could get partially closed following a system's repair. There is a strong likelihood that the valve still needs to be fully opened after finishing the repair if your water pressure has inexplicably decreased.
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YOUR PRESSURE REGULATOR SHOULD GET INSTALLED BY A PLUMBING PROFESSIONAL
All the fittings in your home could be affected when the pressure regulator breaks, which can happen quickly and without notice. Even though your pressure regulator comes in all shapes and sizes, some homeowners can be tempted to replace it. However, installing a pressure regulator should be handled by a plumbing professional. High or low water pressure in Canyon Lake, CA? No worries, Big B's Plumbing is ready to meet the demand.
CHECK THE PRESSURE YOURSELF BY PURCHASING A LOW-COST WATER PRESSURE GAUGE
You can accurately test your water pressure by fastening a water pressure gauge to your outdoor hose spigot. Then, use the spigot nearest to the pressure regulator to obtain an accurate measurement. As mentioned above, your recommended residential water pressure should get set to 40-60 psi. If your pressure readings stay exceedingly low or high, your pressure regulator may be malfunctioning.
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OLD STEEL GALVANIZED PIPE SHOULD GET REPLACED
When galvanized steel water pipes deteriorate to the extent that the flow rate is severely constrained, it is the most serious and costly cause of low water pressure. These pipes erode inside, causing the pipes to constrict as they progressively get closed off. You won't notice a rapid loss in pressure since this condition slowly worsens over many years, resulting in a very progressive decline in water flow. Nevertheless, if you move into an older home with steel pipes, the corrosion may be severe at first and might worsen rapidly.
Unfortunately, a home repipe is the only replacement for old galvanized steel pipes. Using PEX tubing is now the go-to piping for home repipes, although some homeowners still prefer copper. If you're a Canyon Lake, CA, resident and you have high or low water pressure, Big B's Plumbing has you covered.
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