Water pressure is something that all homeowners need to deal with. If your home is too far away from the water supply, your pressure might be too low, and if you are really close, it could be too high. When it comes to lowering your water pressure, a pressure regulator will be your best friend.
Normal water pressure is about 50 psi (pounds per square inch) but you might not even be close to this. If the pressure is too high in your pipes, it could lead to damage over time. If the pressure is too low on the other hand, you might get frustrated by the low pressure when you go to wash your hands or take a shower, but it can also lead to injuries when sudden drops in pressure make the temperature of the water go very high where you are using it.
It is possible that a pressure regulator is installed and just set too aggressively. A pressure regulator can be used to either lower or raise the pressure in your pipes, alleviating the problem, but if the pressure in your lines is just too low, you might need some extra help to boost the pressure.
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