
Low Water Pressure Strategies
When the plumbing system in a home has low water pressure, most faucets and fixtures won’t operate or function properly. If you understand the most common signs and symptoms, you can resolve simple water pressure problems before they dramatically impact your plumbing system.
Situations That Slow Down Water Flow
All plumbing systems have pipes that can hold different types of debris. As debris builds up in narrow nooks and crannies, water begins to move slower through pipes. The level of contaminates that builds up on pipes will vary depending on the type of water that enters the plumbing system. Typically, in communities where hard water is found, severe water pressure problems happen regularly since this type of water leaves mineral deposits on pipes. Fixture Problems
Low water pressure can affect specific fixtures in a bathroom or kitchen. In most cases, you can restore the normal pressure during these situations by implementing proper maintenance procedures to replace a defective plumbing component. For example, whenever a faucet doesn’t run water quickly, a clogged or damaged aerator could be causing the problem. You can dissolve a clog by using a vinegar and water cleaning solution. If an aerator is
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