Why is my water pressure low?
Low water pressure can be an annoying experience for everyone in your home. You might feel like a nice hot shower only to find a trickle of water comes out. What about filling a bath and it takes what feels like forever? Sometimes the cause can be as simple as accidentally leaving a tap on, commonly a garden tap. Sometimes there may also be scheduled water works and outages in your suburb.
Common low water pressure causes
- Multiple outlets are being utilised at the same time
- Clogged pipes can cause severe low water pressure
- Your water shut-off valve may be partially closed or turned off completely
- Ageing and faulty fixtures such as Shower heads and taps
- Corroded plumbing
- Water leaks in your piping
- Faulty Garden watering systems
How can I fix low water pressure?
Before you call the professionals, there are a few things you can try to increase water pressure or diagnose these issues in your home:
- Ask your neighbours - do they have the same problems with water pressure?
- Check all your taps and shower heads inside and outside your house. Do they exhibit the same low-pressure problem?
- If the answer is No then this indicates an issue with only one fixture and could provide a far speedier solution for us to fix.
- If the answer is Yes then it could indicate your main shut-off valve is partially off, there may be a bigger issue or something as simple as a scheduled water outage in your area.
Your Local Sydney Plumber
The friendly team at Everyday Plumbing can help you with all your Sydney plumbing needs, including all types of blocked drains and clogged toilets. We have all the right equipment to quickly and efficiently locate the issue and find a cost-effective solution, so give us a call on 0488 801 008 or complete an online job booking today.
