I've been noticing some unusual water issues.
- A couple toilets water supply is pumping a trickle of water even though the float is correct.
- A leaky water line at my out-building's water supply (even though I just replaced it a couple months ago).
- Water bill increased 1500 gallons (about 35%) last month although our usage has been normal.
Started playing with the water pressure valve (decreasing the PSI). Even though I decreased the PSI, I'm getting a surge flow when I first turn on the faucet. Now I know the valve is bad.
Went online to find a new one. In doing so, I found that these valves are only good for 5-10 years! Well, mine is at least that old. New one is on order. I'll install it before starting to replace the guts on the toilets and water to building. Once the pressure is right, those issues may go away.
JPR had a different symptom (air in lines) but it too was the pressure valve.
http://www.forumsforums.com/3_9/showthread.php?t=75447
- A couple toilets water supply is pumping a trickle of water even though the float is correct.
- A leaky water line at my out-building's water supply (even though I just replaced it a couple months ago).
- Water bill increased 1500 gallons (about 35%) last month although our usage has been normal.
Started playing with the water pressure valve (decreasing the PSI). Even though I decreased the PSI, I'm getting a surge flow when I first turn on the faucet. Now I know the valve is bad.
Went online to find a new one. In doing so, I found that these valves are only good for 5-10 years! Well, mine is at least that old. New one is on order. I'll install it before starting to replace the guts on the toilets and water to building. Once the pressure is right, those issues may go away.
JPR had a different symptom (air in lines) but it too was the pressure valve.
http://www.forumsforums.com/3_9/showthread.php?t=75447