Losing water pressure is both frustrating and annoying especially if you are in the middle of taking a shower. Something as mundane as a family member flushing the toilet in the guest bathroom can affect both the temperature and the pressure of the water. According to the knowledgeable experts at Orsack Plumbing Company a professional inspection and maintenance plan is the best way to repair any of the issues you are currently experiencing while also preventing new ones from occurring by replacing worn parts or upgrading to new fixtures and systems.
Pressure Balancing Valve Limitations
Does your shower have a pressure balancing value? If your shower has a single handle which controls both the flow of water and the temperature there is a good chance that you have already experienced an interruption of water pressure when a nearby fixture such as a flushing toilet is being used. The pressure balancing value mixes hot and cold water together before releasing it. When someone in the home flushes the toilet, cold water is diverted away from the other fixtures and used to refill the tank; this in turn causes a drop in the pressure of the cold water. If you happen to be in the shower you will receive a sudden blast of hot water. Once the toilet tank fills with water and the valves adjust, the pressure from the hot water line will be reduced and temperature of the water will begin to stabilize. Fortunately, your Orsack plumbing professional can offer you an affordable upgrade by installing a thermostatic mixing value that will allow separate controls for the water temperature and the water pressure.
Malfunctioning Diverter Valve Stem
If your bathroom is designed with a shower/tub combination, it probably has a diverter value in the form of a knob that allows the water to be diverted from the facet to the showerhead. After years of service, these values can begin to wear down and malfunction affecting the water pressure. One of the first things you will notice is full pressure when you run a bath using the bathtub facet and low pressure when the water is diverted to your shower head. Consult with you Orsack licensed plumber for a complete inspection and replacement of your diverter valve.
Broken or Blocked Plumbing Pipe
When it comes to the possibilities of low water pressure, the worst case scenario would be a broken water pipe which can result in damage costing thousands of dollars in repairs. If you hear running water when your facets are turned off or notice any of the telltale signs of water damage such as water stains, turn off the water supply at the main valve and contact your experienced Orsack Plumbing expert for 24/7 emergency assistance and pipe repair and replacement services.
Clogged Shower Head or Pipes
Low water pressure can also result from something as simple as a clogged shower head. Simply unscrew your showerhead and soak it in cleaning solution designed for mineral deposits before cleaning the nozzles thoroughly with an old toothbrush.
Water Pipe Inspections, Repair, Replacement & More in Your Spring, The Woodlands, Magnolia, Montgomery, Pinehurst, Egypt & Conroe Texas Home
If you live in an area that has hard water, the resulting mineral deposits can accumulate inside your pipes and interfere with the flow of water along with having a detrimental effect on your water pressure. Contact your Orsack Plumbing expert for a professional pipe cleaning service and water softening system installation to prevent further damage. For more information regarding residential and commercial plumbing inspections, repairs, maintenance, fixture installation, filtration, softening treatments, and much more for your home or business, contact the knowledgeable experts at Orsack Plumbing Company today.
