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colnad
04-14-02, 09:39 AM
Help We just moved into a 3 year old home and the water pressure is weak. Is there anything I can do to get a the pressure increased?? Help--We need a nice hot shower that will at least remove the dirt!!!!!!!!!!!!


Mike Swearingen
04-14-02, 09:47 AM
Is the water pressure weak everywhere, or just the shower?
Are you on public water or a private well?
If just the shower, remove the showerhead, remove any "water-saver" restrictors, and soak the showerhead overnight in vinegar to dissolve any mineral buildup.
Wrap 2-3 flat turns of teflon tape clockwise only around the male threads of the shower arm before re-installing the showerhead.
If the water pressure is low everywhere, come back on this same thread and we'll go to Plan B.
Good Luck!
Mike

colnad
04-15-02, 04:34 AM
Thanks for the info but I need to go to plan "B". I have public water and the pressure is "weak" in the whole house.


Mike Swearingen
04-16-02, 06:45 AM
Make sure that the meter and your main house shut-off valves are wide open.
Call your public water supplier and ask them what the pressure is at the meter.
Look for a Pressure Reducing Valve near your main cut-off. That is often the culprit.
It may need adjusting, repair or replacing. Do a search in here for how-to info.
Good Luck!
Mike