I've got three spigots around my house and none of them seem to provide enough water for my pressure washer; it feels starved for water whenever I try to use it. I rely on well water, which I suspect might be part of the problem, but it's confusing because all my spigots output a decent amount of water. In fact, the backyard spigot has more pressure than I had at my previous home when power washing. I'm really frustrated because I do power washing and detailing on the side. Any advice on what might be causing this issue would be greatly appreciated!
3 Answers
It sounds like your well might be struggling to keep up with the demand! If you have a pressure tank, check the gauge on it to see what pressure it's holding. Also, consider how your well pump is functioning—it might be something to investigate further if it’s not keeping up with the water flow needed for your washer.
One thing that helped me a ton was switching to a 3/4" diameter hose. If you're currently using a 5/8" hose, upgrading to a wider one can make a huge difference in water flow to your pressure washer. Also, keep your hose short to minimize pressure loss!
Make sure to bleed all the air out of your hose before starting the washer, or it might stutter. It can seem silly, but it makes a difference if there's air trapped. Have you checked your water filter as well? Sometimes sediment build-up can restrict flow too.