I've been noticing that the water pressure on my outdoor hose spigot has dropped significantly to just a trickle since spring. We usually don't have the best water pressure, but it was always sufficient for the hose. Is it worth calling a plumber for this issue?
3 Answers
Did you perhaps hire someone to winterize your plumbing? If so, they might have isolated the spigot. Check inside to follow the pipe connected to the spigot; there's likely a gate or ball valve that you need to open up. This could be an easy fix!
I think calling a plumber is a good idea. The thought that there might be a leak somewhere can be really unnerving, and a professional could help pinpoint the issue.
It's a good idea to shut off all the taps in your house and then take a look at your water meter. If it's still turning, that could indicate a leak. You might want to call an emergency plumber in that case!
We didn't actually winterize, so I'm wondering if that could be causing the low pressure.