Why Is My Well Water Pressure Low?
Why Is My Well Water Pressure Low?
If you live in a home equipped with a well, then you may have taken the good water pressure in your home for granted until it diminished. Low water pressure can lead to showers that take longer and don’t feel as refreshing, washing machines that take seemingly forever to fill up, and that chore of hand-washing dishes taking much longer than it used to.
Showers
When the water pressure in your shower suddenly weakens, it’s important to understand what the source of the problem is and how to fix it. There are a variety of issues that can cause this, including a blockage in your shower head, mineral buildup in the pipes, or even an ill-fitting water pressure regulator. In many cases, the best course of action is to call a professional plumber to assess the situation and determine the root cause. If it’s a small issue, it may be easily fixed on your own without the assistance of a plumber. If, on the other hand, your water pressure has suddenly dropped for no apparent reason, this is a sign that something larger and more costly is going wrong. That’s why it’s always a good idea to contact a well pump repair specialist when you suspect your home’s water supply isn’t up to par. One of the first things our pros look at when we visit a home that’s been affected by low water pressure is the well pump and its related tanks. The tank can be re-pressurized or replaced, depending on the extent of the issue.
Washing Machines
If you’re wondering why your washing machine takes so long to fill up, you might have low water pressure in your home. This can be due to a variety of reasons, including clogged pipes and a leaking water tank or well pump. One common cause of low water pressure in homes with wells is the presence of high concentrations of minerals such as calcium and magnesium carbonates, bicarbonates and sulfates in the water. These are often harmless, but over time can build up in your water system and cause blockages, resulting in poor flow rates and lower water pressure. In many cases, the best way to combat a low water pressure issue is by installing a water softener or iron filter. However, if the water pressure is still low and these measures do not help, you may need to call in a professional to diagnose the problem and solve it for you.
Hand-Washing Dishes
Hand-washing dishes is like the original chore — a staple of our daily lives and easy to assign to kids. But in recent years, the chore has become a much longer one than it used to be. With low water pressure considered, the amount of water needed to complete a hand-washing cycle can be more than double that of a dishwasher. This is not to mention that hand-washing dishes uses more energy and detergent than using a dishwasher, so it’s now a bigger chore than ever before.
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