Good points, but honestly, main shut-off valves rarely just partially close themselves without someone messing with them. Usually they're either fully open or fully closed—unless you've had recent plumbing work done? More often, I've seen pressure regulators fail or municipal water supply fluctuations causing these issues. Might be worth checking if neighbors have similar problems before diving too deep into your own plumbing...
"More often, I've seen pressure regulators fail or municipal water supply fluctuations causing these issues."
That's a good point about the pressure regulators—I had a similar issue last year. Turned out my regulator was slowly failing, causing intermittent drops in pressure. Replacing it solved everything. But now I'm curious, has anyone experienced noticeable pressure fluctuations specifically during peak usage hours (like mornings or evenings)? Wondering if municipal supply issues could be more common than we think...
But now I'm curious, has anyone experienced noticeable pressure fluctuations specifically during peak usage hours (like mornings or evenings)? Wondering if municipal supply issues could be more com...
Municipal supply can definitely fluctuate during peak hours, especially in areas with older infrastructure or rapid growth. I've noticed it myself—mornings when everyone showers or evenings when sprinklers kick on. Usually it's subtle, but sometimes it's enough to affect appliances or showers. If you're seeing consistent dips, I'd recommend installing a pressure gauge to monitor it. Better safe than sorry, since prolonged low pressure can lead to issues like sediment buildup or even contamination risks...
I've actually found that municipal supply isn't always the culprit. Had similar issues and it turned out my pressure regulator valve was failing. Might wanna check yours before assuming it's city-wide... could save you some hassle down the road.
Had a similar issue last summer—assumed the city was messing around with the lines again, but nope. Turned out my old galvanized pipes were corroded and restricting flow. Replaced them with PEX and pressure improved dramatically. Might be worth checking your pipes too, especially if your home's older... municipal supply isn't always the villain here.
