Many homeowners aren’t even aware of the water pressure that enters their homes, but this is a mistake—excessive pressure can lead to serious plumbing issues like burst pipes and damaged faucets. The best way to make sure your water pressure is at a safe, manageable level is to install a pressure-reducing valve (PRV). Here are a couple of things to keep in mind about a PRV: The ideal pressure The recommended pressure for a household water system is around 60 PSI (pounds per square inch). However, water pressure can vary from one location to another depending on factors like nearby construction activities, so it’s crucial to keep an eye on yours to determine if it’s within the safe range or if adjustments are needed. Regular maintenance PRVs can wear out or malfunction over time, leading to increased water pressure. To ensure your PRV is working optimally, schedule periodic pressure tests with a plumber. This simple step can help you identify potential issues before they escalate into major problems.

The Importance of a Pressure-Reducing Valve

Discover how a pressure reducing valve enhances home safety and efficiency by regulating water pressure. Learn its benefits and importance.

The Importance of a Pressure-Reducing Valve by Jeff Gray

By Jeff Gray Owner of Gray Plumbing Inc&nbsp; Diamond Certified Expert Contributor

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Video: The Importance of a PRV


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a lot of customers that I feel uh that
don't know about Plumbing is the
pressure for the water going into their
house every house should have a prv
which is a pressure regulator valve
outside their house for the water going
into the house a lot of times the
pressure is too high which can blow
faucets pipes um stuff like that your
normal pressure should be at 60 PSI
different cities have uh different water
pressure going into each building
depending on what's going on around the
building if there's construction going
on the pressure can regulate different
pressures I would recommend having your
house uh pressur tested if you do not
have a prv even if you do have a prv
installed in your house to regularly
have it pressured tested just to make
sure that your prv cuz prvs do go bad
and to make sure that everything is
working properly how it should
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