Low Water Pressure in Your Home?
Dealing with low water pressure and insufficient volume of water? Planning to rent out a portion of your property, but worried about the inconvenience of water pressure drops? At Water Guard Plumbing we solve those issues daily.
Typical causes of low water pressure are outdated infrastructure and leaks. We offer a wide range of solutions at an affordable price and highest quality of work. Call us for an assessment, and we will come up with a solution to your unique situation.
We can increase water pressure in your home by:
- Replacing your main water shut off near the water meter
- Upgrading the size of your main water line
- Fixing leaks and clogs in the existing line
- Upgrading the size/capacity of the water line past the water meter and rerouting the water line ergonomically and efficiently
Read our extended guide on how to increase water pressure in your house.
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Causes of Low Water Pressure
There are various potential causes behind low water pressure, including frozen pipes, corrosion, and old plumbing. Finding the source of the problem is the first step towards a successful repair. The following can cause reduced water pressure:
- Clogged Water Pipes: Debris can interrupt the flow of water through your pipes, leading to lower water pressure in your home.
- Outdated Fixtures: Old fixtures can have a build-up of sediment or rust that obstructs water flow. This is common in outdated pipes as they’ve gone through years of use.
- Plumbing Leaks: When water is leaking from your plumbing system, water is diverted away from its path, which decreases water flow.
- Using Several Water Fixtures: Running two or more fixtures at once, such as your wash machine and shower, can make the water preossure low in your house. This is because the flow of water is being divided in different directions.
- Pressure Regulators: Water pressure can be either too low or too high if your pressure regulator needs re-adjusting. If adjustments don’t solve the issue, a pressure regulator replacement may be necessary.
- Water Valves: If one of your two main water shut-off valves is completely or partially closed, you can experience little or no water pressure.
Experiencing any of the problems above? Consider upgrading your waterline with WaterGuard Plumbing.
Waterline Sizes
Waterlines should have at least a 1-inch diameter to achieve good water pressure. Older houses are more likely to have smaller waterlines. Check the size of your pipes by either locating it labelled on the side of the valve, or by using the string method. The string method involves wrapping a string around the pipe, marking where the end of the string meets, and measuring that distance. To find the pipe’s diameter, you then divide the string measurement by 3.1415, also known as pi.
How To Fix Low Water Pressure
Fixing water pressure issues can involve either minor or major repairs. Here are a few methods you can use to address your low water pressure in house problems:
- Clean Pipes: Plungers, drain snakes, and baking soda and vinegar mixtures can help clean out mineral deposits and debris in your pipes.
- Adjust Water Heater: If water pressure is low when using hot water, you may need to adjust your water heater gauge.
- Check Water Meter Valve: Water meter valves that are partially or completely shut off need to be opened in order to improve water pressure.
- Invest in Pressure Booster: A water pressure booster enhances water flow speed and can increase the lifespan of your pipes.
- Contact Water Supplier: Reaching out to your water supplier is a good idea if you’re experiencing consistently low water pressure.
- Call a Professional: WaterGuard Plumbing can fix all sizes and complexities of plumbing problems. When you need help solving low water pressure, give us a call.
Is It Time for a Waterline Upgrade?
At WaterGuard Plumbing, we can upgrade your waterline from ½ inch or ¾ inch to 1 inch depending on how much water you use and your pressure needs. We’re the best in the industry for waterline upgrades in Southern Ontario homes. Our speciality is trenchless upgrades to minimize disruptions to you and your property. Contact us today to request a free estimate for our services.
Low Water Pressure FAQs
There are several things you can do to increase the water pressure in your home. Replacing your main water shut off, upgrading the size of your main water line, fixing leaks and clogs in the existing line, upgrading the size/capacity of the water line past the water meter and rerouting the water line ergonomically and efficiently.
One of the main cause of low hot water pressure is usually calcium, sediment, rust, and other debris that is gathering in the plumbing lines or the faucet itself.
Typical causes of low water pressure are outdated infrastructure, leaking pipes and clogged pipes.
