Diagnosis and repair of low and high water pressure — failing pressure regulators, corroded lines, clogged aerators, and partially closed valves. We measure actual PSI at the source and fix the real cause, not the symptom.
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Water pressure problems come in two directions, and both are worth fixing. Low pressure — weak showers, a sink that trickles, appliances that fill slowly — is a comfort and function problem usually traced to a failing regulator, corroded pipe, or a partly closed valve. High pressure is the quieter danger: anything over about 80 PSI hammers the pipes, wears out fixtures and appliances early, and stresses every fitting toward a burst. Water pressure repair starts by measuring the actual PSI at the source so we fix the real cause instead of guessing at a symptom across {city}.
Diagnosis is what separates a real fix from a band-aid. We put a gauge on the system at the hose bib to read static pressure, check the pressure-reducing valve, and isolate whether the problem is whole-house or a single fixture. A single weak fixture is usually a clogged aerator, a scaled cartridge, or a corroded branch line; whole-house low pressure points to a failing PRV, a partly closed main valve, or corroded supply lines closing up from the inside; and whole-house high pressure is a failed or missing PRV letting municipal pressure straight into the {county} home.
The fix follows the finding. A weak fixture gets its aerator or cartridge cleared or a corroded branch replaced; a whole-house pressure problem gets the PRV serviced or replaced and the pressure set into the safe 50-to-70 PSI range; and where corroded galvanized or pinhole-prone copper is choking flow throughout, we flag the section or repipe that actually restores it. Fixing high pressure is as important as fixing low — bringing an over-pressured {areas} system back into range protects every fixture, appliance, and joint from the constant strain that shortens their life across {city}.
Signs you need water pressure repair
Weak flow from showers and taps
Showers and sinks that trickle mean pressure is dropping somewhere between the main and the fixture. We measure the PSI to find whether it's the PRV, a valve, or corroded pipe in the the United States home.
Pipes that bang when a tap or appliance shuts off often signal pressure that's too high. Bringing the the United States system back into range quiets the hammer and protects the joints.
Pressure that fluctuates
Pressure that surges and drops points to a failing pressure regulator losing its ability to hold a setpoint. Servicing or replacing the PRV steadies it across the your area home.
One fixture weak, the rest fine
When a single tap runs weak while others are strong, the cause is local — a clogged aerator, a scaled cartridge, or a corroded branch. We isolate and clear it at the the United States fixture.
Fixtures and appliances failing early
Faucets, valves, and appliances that wear out fast are often being battered by over-pressure. Measuring and correcting the PSI extends their life across the the United States home.
Common causes & what we fix
Failing pressure regulator
The PRV that steps municipal pressure down to a safe level wears out and either lets pressure climb too high or chokes it too low. It's the most common cause of a whole-house the United States pressure problem.
Corroded supply lines
Galvanized and older copper close up from the inside, choking flow to the whole house or a branch. Replacing the corroded the United States run restores the pressure the fixtures were designed for.
Clogged aerators and cartridges
Mineral scale and debris collect in aerators and cartridge screens, throttling a single fixture. Clearing them brings the flow back at the your area tap without touching the plumbing.
Partially closed valves
A main or fixture shut-off left partly closed silently restricts pressure downstream. We check the valves first, since a fully opened valve sometimes fixes the the United States complaint outright.
Municipal pressure fluctuation
City pressure varies by location and time of day, and without a working PRV it passes straight into the home. A properly set regulator holds the the United States system steady regardless.
Our process
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Call or schedule online. Book your water pressure repair in Maine online or by phone and pick a 2-hour window. We confirm in under five minutes with the assigned tech's name and photo.
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On-site diagnosis. On arrival we diagnose the water pressure repair on-site — free for most repairs, $39 on minor service calls (waived if you proceed). You see the issue and the fix before we start.
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Flat-rate quote. You get a flat-rate water pressure repair quote in writing, good for 30 days — no hourly creep and no add-ons after the fact.
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Same-visit fix. Most water pressure repair work finishes the same visit: our trucks carry the common valves, fittings, water heater parts, and fixtures, so a second trip is rare.
How much does water pressure repair cost in Maine?
Water Pressure Repair the United States starts at from $149, every water pressure repair quote is flat-rate and presented in writing before work begins — no surprise add-ons, no hourly creep. Seniors (65+) and military save 10% on labor, and financing covers projects over $1,500 at 0% APR for 12 months, with no prepayment penalty.
Why homeowners in Maine choose us for water pressure repair
We've been a trusted choice since 1974 — over 50 years of family-owned plumbing service across Maine. Our techs are CSLB-licensed (#1098234), background-checked, and complete an internal 12-week training program before rolling on calls alone.
Our water pressure repair carries a 10-year workmanship guarantee — separate from any manufacturer warranty on the parts themselves. If the water pressure repair we performed fails because of how we did it, we come back and fix it free for a full decade. Water heaters and fixtures we install are backed by their full manufacturer warranty, and the parts and accessories we fit carry standard 1–5 year warranties by item.
We quote water pressure repair on honest scope: no unnecessary up-sell, salaried (never commissioned) technicians, and a transparent diagnostic so you see exactly what we see — including the parts still in good shape. If a repair is the right call we say so; if replacement is the better long-term economics, we say that. The flat-rate water pressure repair quote is written and good for 30 days.
Areas we serve for water pressure repair
We provide water pressure repair throughout Maine, with fast coverage in every major Maine metro.
Reach times for water pressure repair vary by traffic and time of day, so we quote an accurate ETA when you call — and the dispatch line routes straight to an on-call technician, no voicemail in between.
Frequently asked about water pressure repair
Top questions homeowners searching for Water Pressure Repair near me ask us:
What's a normal water pressure for a home?
Between about 50 and 70 PSI is the healthy range; below 40 feels weak and above 80 damages the system. We measure your actual static pressure at the source, so we know whether the the United States problem is too low, too high, or fixture-specific.
Why is my water pressure suddenly low everywhere?
Whole-house low pressure usually means a failing pressure regulator, a partly closed main valve, or corroded supply lines closing up. We measure and isolate which it is rather than guessing, then fix the cause in your the United States home.
Is high water pressure actually a problem?
Yes — pressure over 80 PSI hammers pipes, wears out fixtures and appliances early, and pushes the whole system toward a burst. Bringing it back into range with a properly set PRV protects everything downstream across your area.
Only one faucet is weak — what causes that?
A single weak fixture is almost always local — a clogged aerator, a scaled cartridge, or a corroded branch line feeding it. We clear or replace the culprit at that the United States fixture rather than touching the whole system.
Can you fix the pressure and protect my fixtures?
Yes — correcting the pressure into the safe range is exactly what protects your fixtures and appliances from early wear. We service or replace the PRV and set it correctly for your the United States home, and we serve ZIPs .