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Posted by bugs bunny on December 14, 2005, 12:32 am
how high can I run my home water pressure before I run the risk of
prematurely wearing out fixtures, washers, toilet parts, washing machine,
etc.
our city water supply is at a really high pressure (over 150 psi) so I can
set the pressure regulator for any pressure less than that
I like really strong showers, how high can I go without reducing the life of
things?
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Posted by tom on December 14, 2005, 12:40 am
Only one way to find out for sure. Tom
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Posted by Tony Hwang on December 14, 2005, 12:52 am
bugs bunny wrote:
> how high can I run my home water pressure before I run the risk of
> prematurely wearing out fixtures, washers, toilet parts, washing machine,
> etc.
>
> our city water supply is at a really high pressure (over 150 psi) so I can
> set the pressure regulator for any pressure less than that
>
> I like really strong showers, how high can I go without reducing the life of
> things?
>
>
Hi,
I set my regulator at 60 psi.
Tony
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Posted by buffalobill on December 14, 2005, 6:54 am
you have so much pressure you could enjoy a multiple showerhead shower,
go take a walk thru the plumbing department at some of the new add-ons.
part of your decision may want outdoor garden hose pressure high for
outside cleanup and carwashing, but generally you'll settle into
something that keeps you happy in the shower and refills toilets
quickly without splashing up the sinks. you may consider drips in the
system more likely to occur at fixtures and plumbing valves and
connections throughout the house
plus any input specifications for your water using devices. monitor
your water meter for leaks in your system more closely.
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Posted by Joseph Meehan on December 14, 2005, 7:16 am
bugs bunny wrote:
> how high can I run my home water pressure before I run the risk of
> prematurely wearing out fixtures, washers, toilet parts, washing
> machine, etc.
> our city water supply is at a really high pressure (over 150 psi) so
> I can set the pressure regulator for any pressure less than that
> I like really strong showers, how high can I go without reducing the
> life of things?
Most sources recommend between 40 and 60 psi.
--
Joseph Meehan
Dia duit
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> prematurely wearing out fixtures, washers, toilet parts, washing machine,
> etc.
>
> our city water supply is at a really high pressure (over 150 psi) so I can
> set the pressure regulator for any pressure less than that
>
> I like really strong showers, how high can I go without reducing the life of
> things?
>
>