Homeowners in New England know how brutal our winters can be. Snow, ice and high winds are common during the winter months.
This time of year many homeowners wonder why their water pressure is low. Low water pressure hurts the functionality of your appliances. Failure to fix low water pressure could cause damage and expensive repairs later on.
Here are some common reasons why your water pressure is low during the winter.
Frozen Pipes
A common issue for homeowners is frozen pipes. Pipes that don’t have proper insulation can freeze during cold weather. Frozen pipes can also be caused by power outages or a broken heating system.
Frozen pipes can limit water flow and could cause them to rupture.
How to Fix Frozen Pipes?
First, you must identify the frozen pipe and shut off the water supply. Then, use a hair dryer or warm towels to thaw the pipe.
NOTE: This method may not be effective in all cases. It’s always best to have a plumber on call to assist you in case of pipe rupture.
Not sure which pipe is frozen? “Just Call Landry” Our experienced plumbers are here to help you fix frozen pipes. We also offer emergency service in case of sudden pipe rupture.
Leaks
Leaking pipes are one of the most common causes of low water pressure during winter time. Leaks can be obvious if they are more severe. However, minor leaks are harder to spot.
How To Fix Leaks?
It’s always best practice to have an licensed plumber conduct a robust plumbing inspection to find any leaks.
Our expert plumbers here at Landry Mechanical can conduct a whole home plumbing inspection to identify leaks and other plumbing problems.
Then, we can offer our plumbing repair services to get your plumbing system running properly.
Check for Clogged Pipes & Fixtures
Frozen pipes are a common cause of low water pressure during winter. However, it’s not the only thing that can restrict water flow.
Sediment and mineral build-up can clog shower-heads and faucets leading to low water pressure.
How to Check for Clogged Pipes & Fixtures?
Turn on all of the fixtures in your home to see which ones are effected by the clogged pipes.
If the clogged pipes only effect some of the faucets you may be able to narrow down the issue to a clogged aerator or shower head.
You can clean these if possible to fix the problem.
However, if you aren’t able to narrow down the cause, Landry Mechanical is here to help!
Our plumbers can help install water softeners to prevent mineral buildup in pipes. We can also install new fixtures to replace the broken ones.
We also offer Camera Inspections to identify and fix clogged pipes.
Check the Pressure Switch
Checking the pressure switch is a great starting point for dealing with low water pressure. Sometimes you may need to adjust this pressure switch to fix low water pressure.
On average, your home’s water pressure should be between 40 and 60psi.
Can’t Find Your Pressure Switch?
Can’t find your water pressure switch? “Just Call Landry” Our experienced plumbers can help you find it, inspect it, and adjust the pressure if necessary.
Check Plumbing Valves
Bad plumbing valves may be the culprit for low water pressure. Main shut-off valves and water heater valves are common causes.
Inspect your water heater if the low pressure is ONLY associated when you turn on the hot water. Failing shut off valves are commonly associated with low hot water pressure.
Can’t Find The Plumbing Valves?
If you can’t find the plumbing valves in your home “Just Call Landry” Our expert plumbers will identify the issue and offer repair or replacement options.
Conclusion
Frozen pipes are a common problem during New England winters. Without proper repair, frozen pipes can damage your home’s plumbing system and make appliances ineffective. With proper plumbing repair from Landry Mechanical we can get the water flowing again.
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