High water pressure is a silent pipe-killer. Attaching a simple gauge to an outdoor spigot ensures your pressure stays within the safe 40-80 PSI range.
Learn how to measure household water pressure with a simple gauge and identify pressure that may damage pipes and plumbing fixtures.
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The best place is an outdoor hose bib (spigot) that is as close to where the main water line enters the house as possible. You can also use the washing machine hookup connection.
Typical residential water pressure should be between 40 and 80 PSI. Around 60 PSI is considered the sweet spot for good flow without damaging appliances.
If you have a closed plumbing system (with a check valve), an expansion tank sits near your water heater to absorb pressure spikes caused by thermal expansion as water heats up.
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