As a homeowner, dealing with plumbing issues can be stressful and time-consuming. Unfortunately, there are a few common problems that can pop up time and time again in your property, with low water pressure being the most frustrating of them all. There a number of reasons why your property may have this problem, ranging from easily fixable issues to far more concerning explanations. For this reason, it’s important to hire a trusted plumber to assess and repair any problems you may be facing in regard to your water pressure.
Here at Simoes Plumbing, we service Melbourne’s Western suburbs, from Tarneit to Hoppers Crossing, Altona and beyond. Our team are highly experienced and well equipped to deal with plumbing issues of all sizes. Give us a call today to organise an inspection!
Common issues that can affect your water pressure
If you are noticing that your property has abnormally low water pressure, that the pressure changes between bathrooms or that it has decreased over time, this is usually a sign that there is a problem. Here are the most common reasons for water pressure problems:
- Faulty water supply: In some situations, the issue with your water pressure may be coming from the supplier directly. If you don’t have any reason to believe that your property should be experiencing a water supply issue, contact your water supplier and let them know that it may be an issue on their end.
- Incorrect pipe sizes: It’s important to use the right pipe sizes for your particular property, otherwise it can prevent your water pressure from acting as it should. This most commonly occurs when homeowners attempt to cut costs by hiring inexperienced plumbers who install the wrong size pipe. To save yourself the time and hassle, make sure you always hire an experience professional.
- Mineral build-up: Over time, the minerals from water can begin to build up and clog your pipes. The blockages caused by this can restrict the water flow in your home.
- Pipe corrosion: Corroded pipes can cause low water pressure in a similar way to mineral build-up, as it prevents your water from flowing freely through the plumbing. Unfortunately, the solution to this problem is to have your pipes replaced with new ones. Remember, it’s important to hire a trusted professional for jobs such as this to prevent any further issues down the track.
- Broken taps and fixtures: Issues with the taps and water fixtures around your house can negatively impact your water pressure. Hiring an experienced plumber to check this for you is the best way to figure out whether you need to replace a few taps or if you’re dealing with something bigger.
- Leaking pipes: It’s important to remember that just because you can’t see a leak, that doesn’t mean it’s not there. If your home has a leak, it can prevent the water pressure from being at its best. To see if this is the issue, turn off all your taps and valves for a few hours and see if your water meter shows an increase throughout that time.
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For any and all maintenance plumbing services throughout Tarneit, give Simoes Plumbing a call. Our team can make sure any problem is taken care of quickly, effectively and affordably. Contact us today for your free quote!
