Your hot water heater provides you with hot water when you need it, but what if you’ve noticed your water pressure isn’t as, well, pressured as it once was? Low water pressure might be more than just an inconvenience—it could lead to expensive repairs if left undiagnosed and untreated.
There are multiple reasons why your hot water pressure might be low, and it’s a good idea to call in the experts at Paul the Plumber to take a look if you’ve noticed issues with your hot water heater lately.
A common cause for low water pressure could be build-up of sediment and minerals in either your hot water heater or the plumbing lines connected to it. This happens slowly over time, so if your water heater is several years old, this is a likely culprit. But there are other possible causes, such as a broken faucet, broken shut-off valve, or a cracked pipe. A licensed plumber can help diagnose your specific issue, and effect repairs so you’ll get your hot water pressure back and avoid more expensive repairs down the road.
These possible causes vary in severity, but left unchecked, even worse situations can happen, such as a burst pipe or a cracked tank, leading to gallons of water clean up and a new water heater. This is why regular maintenance and repair from the licensed technicians at Paula the Plumber is so important. Don’t shrug it away if you have low water pressure, reach out to us today.