Warning Signs That Your Water Pressure is too High
Water pressure that is too high leads to high water bills, leaks in plumbing, worn-out seals, and often shortens the life of appliances. Unfortunately, it isn't always easy to diagnose that the water pressure is too high.
Think about it: a strong shower stream is quite convenient before or after a long workday. Though high water pressure can become an expensive nuisance for a homeowner that misses its presence, too-high water pressure can also be much easier to recognize with these clear signs:
The hot water supply is limited
Are you running out of hot water lately? If so, your water pressure may be too high. In such a scenario, the water heater tank fills up faster than it can heat the water. Do not wait to get the water heater inspected if you're experiencing a limited supply of hot water. When cool water overtakes your unit, and it can't maintain a consistent temperature, it takes a toll on the water heater and the comfort of your showers. An underperforming water heater will need repairs or replacement much sooner than if it is working optimally.
Water bills are higher than normal
Yes, a change in seasons or usage will lead to a spike in water bills, but if there is no lifestyle reason for water bills to be more than the usual invoice, you may have water pressure that is too high. Water pressure that is too high uses more water than necessary to complete the task for which it was designed. Unfortunately, most people go years without noticing they have high water pressure, costing them hundreds if not thousands of dollars long-term.
Appliances also giving off loud noises
A noisy washing machine seems inevitable, but if the noise comes as the washer fills up with water, you have a water pressure problem. Other appliances affected by inadequate pressure are the dishwasher, ice maker, and more. While it is hard to ignore noisy appliances, doing so may lead to costly repairs or replacing the units. Excess water in appliances causes much wear and tear on the seals and other mechanics as they compensate for the increased flow. Additional strain and output lessen the lifespan of household machines.
Banging sounds coming from your pipes
Clanging loud noises after using a faucet or flushing the toilet are signs of too much pressure in your pipes. Banging pipes often lead to leaks or, worse, plumbing woes. Don't let loud pipes disrupt your home any longer.
Resolve your plumbing issues
Strong showers are a luxury, but you should not ignore high water pressure. Fortunately, fixing water pressure concerns can be easy when diagnosed correctly. The most common way to restore high water pressure includes installing a water pressure regulator to get the flow back to the recommended level. If you're not familiar with plumbing installations, find a licensed, experienced plumber to fix any water pressure issues and prevent them from occurring in the future.
No Worries Rooter of Gilbert offers residential and commercial drain cleaning, leak detection and repair. We recommend Bio-Green drain care for customers who have slow drains caused by buildup in their pipes. Call us at (480) 405-4497.
