What is a Water Pressure Regulator?
• They automatically reduce the high incoming water pressure from the city mains to provide a lower, more functional pressure for distribution in the home. • They “regulate” by maintaining a set pressure in the home usually 50 lbs. thereby insuring that the horne piping and appliances operate under a safe, more moderate, but satisfactory pressure. 2. What is Water Pressure? When a fixture in a home is opened and water flows from it, it is because the water is “pushed.” This “push” is pressure. The speed at which water flows from the opened outlet depends on the amount of “push” or pressure which exists at that time in the system. In short, the higher the pressure, the stronger the “push” behind the water. 3. What is Wrong with High Water Pressure? High water pressure, which is generally considered anything above 60 lbs., has some advantage, such as in firefighting systems. However, in the home plumbing system, it can be damaging because water, with a strong “push” behind it, can erode
A water pressure regulator is a plumbing safety feature which is designed to prevent water pressure from climbing too high while also ensuring that the pressure remains high enough for consistent flow from faucets, taps, and shower heads. This device is often located near the water main on the outside of the house, and it is very useful for people to know where their water pressure regulators are, and how to adjust them if necessary. Plumbing works because of the water pressure. When the pressure is high enough, water will be pushed through an open tap, even if the outlet for the water is well above ground level. However, pressure which is too high can result in leaks, eroded washers, banging pipes, and even explosions, in extreme circumstances. A water pressure regulator is a valve which controls the level of water pressure to ensure that it is effective and safe. In a multistory building, each floor may have a water pressure regulator in place, since higher levels of pressure are nee
Many City of Independence water customers have water pressure regulators inside their homes. This is often necessary due to the amount of water pressure in the water distribution system. High pressure can be damaging to plumbing fixtures, so a regulator is needed to keep the pressure at a desirable level. Water pressure regulators are owned by the property owner, who is responsible for maintaining it. As pressure regulators age, water pressure inside the house often drops. Customers who notice a drop in pressure may contact Utilities Customer Service. A pressure gauge can be attached to an outside hose connection at the house to determine if water pressure is consistent with the water main serving the property. If pressure is normal, the problem is often inside the customer’s property. If a pressure regulator is in place, it may be malfunctioning. A pressure regulator, if present, will be found close to the customer’s main shut off valve, where the water service line enters the house (
Also called water pressure reducing valves, are compact, inexpensive regulators that perform two functions: • They automatically reduce the high incoming water pressure from the city mains to provide a lower, more functional pressure for distribution in the home. • They “regulate” by maintaining a set pressure in the home usually 50 lbs. thereby insuring that the horne piping and appliances operate under a safe, more moderate, but satisfactory pressure.
