Booster pump checklist

Keep in mind that low pressure and flow rates at fixture outlets have many possible causes, and you should not immediately assume that low water supply pressure is to blame. Before you install a water booster pump, make sure your problem is not due to one of the following causes:

• Clogged water pipes can cause a drastic pressure drop between the service entrance and the point of consumption, which is a common issue in older installations.
• Undersized pipes, a common result of poor plumbing design, can have the same effect as clogged water pipes.
• You could also have a partially closed shut-off valve causing pressure drop, and the solution is as simple as opening it fully.

In any of these scenarios, installing a water booster pump represents a waste of money, and the excessive pressure may actually damage your installation. Even if there is no damage, you will be wasting electric power to run the booster pump, and the excessive pressure will raise flowrates, increasing your water bill as well. Before you proceed, make sure you don’t have a partially closed valve, and get a professional assessment of your installation to verify that you don’t have piping issues.

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