LOW WATER PRESSURE? What’s Causing it?

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Low Water Pressure Explained and Solved

Summary:

💧 Understanding Low Water Pressure: Many UK homes face low water pressure and flow issues. The video explores simple solutions, primarily using Salamander Pumps, to increase water pressure without re-plumbing.

🔄 Flow vs. Pressure: Flow and pressure are related but not the same. Low flow can occur with high pressure and vice versa, affecting shower experiences noticeably.

🏠 Gravity-Fed vs. Mains Systems: Many UK homes use gravity-fed systems, leading to lower pressure in some areas. The historical context of the system explains why it remains prevalent.

🧑‍🔧 Improving Pressure with Pumps: Installing pumps, such as Salamander shower pumps, can help increase both hot and cold water flow, enhancing shower performance.

💡 Types of Pumps and Configurations: Different pumps, such as positive head and negative head pumps, are available based on the home’s water system configuration.

📈 Using Accumulators for Boosting Flow: An accumulator like the AccuBoost stores water pressure and provides a boost when needed, which can help supply multiple showers simultaneously.

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Insights Based on Numbers

0.7 bar: This is the minimum pressure the water company is legally required to provide at the property boundary, a critical value for understanding household water pressure.

15 meters head: Equivalent to 1.5 bar, illustrating how much elevation is needed to achieve effective shower pressure, a challenge for typical homes.

Flow Rates for Optimal Performance: At least 1 litre per 30 seconds per side of the pump is recommended for consistent operation, indicating the importance of adequate inflow rates.

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