Any ideas on what I can do to get more water pressure in my home? We are on a well. Pressure seems to vary between different fixtures (bathroom vs. kitchen) the main problem is the shower. It really needs a boost of pressure. We have changed the tank, and pump in the last year, we also maintain the filter at the pump, any tricks anyone knows of?
2006-12-10 14:58:32 · 10 answers · asked by tailsnnails 3 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
You may be able to put a seccondary pressure pump in on the main line as long as your well is able to provide enough gallons per minute. These can be picked up at home depot and are easily installed by a licensed plumber.
2006-12-10 15:04:06 · answer #1 · answered by pepsi_2_cola 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You said you are on a well. Try changing the pressure switch ,one house i lived in had a well with poor water pressure. I put in a 40/60 switch which means the pump will come on at 40 psi and turn off at 60 psi. After putting the new switch in the water pressure was much better
2006-12-11 00:14:00 · answer #2 · answered by mikejones33333 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would guess that the pipes going to your shower are full of mineral deposits. Nothing much you can do but to change the pipes. It could be the shower assembly itself--which would be an easier fix than the pipes.
I had this situation in a house I owned. It got to the point were it would take 1/2 hour to fill up the bath tub. Even getting the washer to fill to wash a load of clothes took forever. We replaced the pipes (groan) but it was so worth the effort in the long run.
2006-12-10 23:04:40 · answer #3 · answered by maamu 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take the water saver out of the shower head, that all we did and it did boost the pressure a little. If you increase the water pressure in the system you may cause leaks in the older pipes.
2006-12-10 23:07:25 · answer #4 · answered by Johnny 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Install a circulating pump this will keep water a constant temperature and also provide more pressure.
2006-12-10 23:02:57 · answer #5 · answered by Jon K 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have the same problem.. just replaced the shower head, is a little better.. still not enough, other part of the house is fine, its only the master bath shower. I hope you get some answers..
2006-12-10 23:02:04 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
What kind of pipes do you have throughout your house? Maybe you need a larger line to your bathroom. If you have galvanized pipes that are old they may have become clogged. They do that over time. You'll have to replace them. I have heard of water boosters or something along those lines. You should check into those too.
2006-12-10 23:06:15 · answer #7 · answered by fiestyredhead 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Usually there is a gauge up under your sink or at the water meter that you can turn up to make your water pressure higher
2006-12-10 23:10:24 · answer #8 · answered by ashleighshea1982 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Mount the well tank on top of a 247 foot structure. Works for me.
2006-12-11 00:50:53 · answer #9 · answered by Jekyl and Hyde 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
check the screenns at your fixtures. also is your water very hard, if it is your pipes could be starting to get a buildup of hardwater deposits. Good Luck
2006-12-10 23:04:04 · answer #10 · answered by sickand tired 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋