Water Pressure too High?

We’ve had some calls recently from customers concerned about their water pressure being too high. Why would this happen? Well, the water provider decides what the water pressure should be, and sometimes this can cause a problem.

Usually, anything over 60-70 lbs. of water pressure is too high. Your plumbing fixtures are not built to handle high water pressure. A solution is to add a pressure regulator on your water service, and this will keep your pressure below 75 lbs. per square inch. This will also facilitate maximum life expectancy for your plumbing fixtures.

Now what about low water pressure? Sometimes it’s as easy as removing the aerator from a faucet and cleaning it. Other times, it could involve increasing the volume of water to your house. This can be achieved by increasing the size of your water service and water line in the house.

As your Phoenix plumber, we have been providing plumbing repairs and home maintenance in Phoenix and the greater valley since 1964. We are always just one phone call away to answer your questions and offer advice.