I have low water pressure. What should I check first?
If you are experiencing low water pressure, first determine if it is isolated to your home. If a larger issue like a water main leak or a repair occurs, it will typically affect your entire street or neighborhood and water pressure will improve once the break is repaired. If the issue is unique to your residence, it is likely an internal plumbing problem, often times your water softener.
How do I troubleshoot my water softener?
A common cause of low water pressure is a clogged water softener pre-filter. We recommend changing your pre-filter every six months to ensure it effectively catches impurities and allows your softener to perform at 100%. If you have changed the filter and still experience low pressure, try the following:
1. By-pass the softener: Close the by-pass valve to see if pressure improves.
2. Check for sediment: If a pre-filter is not changed regularly, sediment and scale can escape and clog the softener’s resin bed.
3. Professional Maintenance: If by-passing the unit does not resolve the issue, you may have a failing control valve or worn internal seals. In this case, please contact your water softener service provider for maintenance.