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Common Water Issue in BC
Water Pressure Fluctuating — Possible Leak or Supply Issue
Fluctuating water pressure in BC homes may indicate a leak, municipal supply issue, or pressure regulator problem requiring investigation.
Possible Causes
- •Underground service line leak affecting available pressure
- •Failed or failing pressure reducing valve (PRV)
- •Water hammer arrestor failure causing pressure spikes
- •Municipal water main flushing or pressure changes
- •Partially closed valve in supply system
Recommended Steps
- 1Check if pressure fluctuation affects all taps or specific ones only
- 2Install pressure gauge on hose bib and monitor over several days
- 3Check pressure during high-use periods (morning/evening) vs low-use
- 4If pressure drops significantly when multiple taps are on, possible leak or undersized supply
- 5Call professional leak detection if fluctuation is accompanied by bill increase
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