Low Water Pressure in the House: 7 Causes and Fixes
Low water pressure in your whole house? From clogged galvanized pipes to failing pressure regulators, here are the causes and how Vermont plumbers fix them.
Whole house or one fixture?
If only one faucet or shower is weak, the problem is a clogged aerator or cartridge. If the whole house is weak, keep reading.
Corroded galvanized pipe
Homes built before 1970 often still have galvanized steel water lines. Rust builds up inside until the pipe is nearly closed. Repiping with PEX or copper restores full pressure.
Pressure regulator failure
Municipal water in Burlington, Rutland and other Vermont cities arrives at high pressure, and a regulator steps it down. When it fails, pressure can drop or spike.
Well pump and pressure tank problems
On a well, a waterlogged pressure tank or a worn pump gives weak, pulsing pressure.
Hidden leaks
A leak on the main line between the street and the house steals pressure before water ever reaches you. Our leak detection service pinpoints it.
Partially closed valves
It sounds simple but a main shutoff or meter valve that was never fully reopened is a common culprit.
What we do
We measure static and flowing pressure at several points, identify the cause and give you a flat price to fix it.
Need help now?
Our water line repair & repiping plumbers are available 24/7 across Vermont. Call (888) 480-9811.