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∙ 13y agoIf it's a bladder tank, it should always have "Air" pressure but if the pump isn't working, you still wouldn't have water in the house.
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∙ 13y agoTo allow the air pressure inside the house to equalize with the air pressure outside in hopes of reducing damage. However, this has been disproven. The pressure drop in event the strongest of tornadoes is not enough to cause significant damage, and even then then the winds of such a tornado would destroy a house before it reached the center where the pressure is lowest.
There is usually a main water valve that comes into the house, locate this valve and turn it down. Installing a pressure reducing valve after water main valve will allow for adjustment of water pressure to proper setting.
You DON'T as excessive air can pressure cause an explosion
Possibly a pressure reducing valve installed after piping for first faucet, which would cause situation describing.
The most likely cause is a clogged aerator or faucet. Sediment or debris can accumulate and block the flow of water, causing a drop in pressure. Try cleaning or replacing the aerator to restore the water pressure.
You should not really have over 80 pounds of pressure. But a lot of people do. NO -- even with high pressure it should work ok
Opening windows during a tornado will not prevent the house from being lifted off the ground. The idea that this will equalize pressure and prevent damage is a myth. In reality, it is best to seek shelter in a safe location like a basement or an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building.
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There are many cause of this, but the primary reasons are in the pressure tank. The tank MUST have residual air pressure of around 27 psi to drive the water system. To analyse further I need to know what kind of tank you have and what air pressure is in it when the water ceases to flow. I need to know what pressure your pump starts and if the tank feels heavy (full of water) when the pressure is low.
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Generally it is about 55 psi . The best way to set it is have a water pressure valve installed on the incoming water line to your house. Too much pressure can cause serious damage to appliances. Water hammer is a comon cause of too much pressure Any Questions e-mail jdroegem@comcast.net
Increase the pressure to 40 PSI