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Do It Yourself Test of Low Water Pressure at Just One Location

• Check the faucet
• Hold the faucet and remove the end.
• Look at the screen (aerator) to see if there is any debris buildup.
• If the screen is clogged, clean it, soak it in a water-vinegar solution, or replace it.
• Before you replace the screen, turn the water on to make sure there is no other debris.

What Causes Low Water Pressure?

Homeowners often deal with low water pressure in their houses. When you have low water pressure, simple daily activities get harder. These may include showering, washing dishes, watering the lawn, etc. Even more frustrating is finding the actual cause of low water pressure.

Some of the most typical causes of low water pressure include:

1. Debris and Mineral Buildup in Pipes

Sand, dirt, and pollutants are typical issues that clog plumbing pipes. A home’s pipes will, over time, build up mineral deposits. These deposits are particularly problematic in older homes with steel pipes. Unfortunately, all kinds of pipes can get sediment buildup, creating a blockage.

Not everyone will be comfortable separating a pipe to look for a buildup problem.  As an alternative, you can call R&R Plumbing.  If you take this step and identify the problem as a buildup, you can go to your local hardware store and ask their staff to find a chemical to flush your pipes with. Unfortunately, most of these chemicals are harsh and can cause other problems if they do not work.

2. Corrosion Inside Steel or Galvanized Piping

The plumbing in older homes built with steel or galvanized water piping is intended to last up to 20 years. As time passes, this material will rust and block water flow. Unfortunately, there is no easy solution to this problem. You must replace all the pipes that use that material. R&R Plumbing has extensive experience replacing all the plumbing in a home. We are professional, and your home will be left clean when we leave.

3. Plumbing Leaks

When a home gets a plumbing leak, you expect lower water pressure. To check if you have a plumbing leak, turn off all the water faucets inside and outside your home. Once you know all the faucets are off, write down your current water meter numbers. In a few hours, recheck the meter. Check to see if the meter has changed. If so, you have a water leak. In this case, R&R has sophisticated tools to identify where your leak may be found — even if it is buried in concrete.

4. Malfunctions in the Municipal Water Supply

Sometimes, the problem with a home’s water pressure has nothing to do with your pipes. Your municipal water supply could be having a problem.

The city water systems are just as prone to breakdown as your home’s. Fortunately, it is easy to call them to check if there has been a problem.

If you want R&R Murrieta Plumbing to check what causes low water pressure in your home, call (951) 492-8609.