Plumbing And Reduced Water Pressure
You almost never think about your home Oakville plumbing until you have a problem but if you are experiencing reduced water pressure in your home there might not be an emergency but it can be annoying. If you turn on your water faucet or your shower and the water pressure is lower than it used to be there could be something wrong in the line.
If you have always had low water pressure in your home then it could be because the pipes that were originally installed were half inch pipe rather than one inch pipe. This is the measurement of the pipe diameter and the smaller pipe produces lower water pressure than the larger sized pipe.
If you are planning to have a new home built make sure to have the larger sized pipe installed from the main water source; the larger sized pipe is more expensive but it is well worth the extra cost. Water from the main has to travel down the pipe and then go through many twists and turns before it reaches your valve so by that time the pressure has naturally gone down so the smaller the diameter of the pipe the more restriction and lower the water pressure.
There are other causes of reduced water pressure to consider. For instance check all the shut off valves along your water line and on your water meter. These valves should be open all the way so you will have as much water pressure as possible.
Some meters are sealed and you may have to contact your water provider to have them inspect it, but even if you can access the meter yourself you might need a special tool you can find in a hardware store to turn the valve on.
If that is not the problem then check the indoor main water shut off valve. This valve should also be in the full open position. If this is located on or near your main water meter you should call the water provider or an experienced plumber to open this valve. This is a complicated water system that you can damage if you are not experienced. When in doubt leave it alone and contact a professional.
If all the valves are open and you still have reduced water pressure then there might be damage to your pipe somewhere along the line. If you live in an earthquake area then the pipes may have been damaged during a strong earthquake. You will need to have your pipes inspected for damage or even leaks.
If there is blockage or a leak in the system this might cause water pressure reduction. You might also notice a larger than normal water bill if there is a leak in your water system.
It is important to check into the reduced water pressure situation. Most people wait until there is an emergency before they call a plumber. But if you act before a crisis you can save yourself time and money because if you do nothing then you risk your system shutting down altogether or worse you risk your home being flooded. Reduced water pressure could be a sign of a serious plumbing problem so have it looked at as soon as possible.
For all of your Burlington plumbing needs, contact your local professional plumbers. Whether you need a drain repaired or a faucet installation, we have a plumber here to meet your needs with friendly service.
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