Question

what is water pressure​

Answer 1

Pressure is the force that pushes water through pipes. Water pressure determines the flow of water from the tap. The amount of pressure at your tap can depend on how high the service reservoir or water tower is above your home, or on how much water other customers are using. The height of your property can also affect your water pressure – properties at the top of a hill may receive lower pressure than properties which are at the bottom of the hill. You should not notice any difference in your water pressure after having a water meter installed.

Low pressure can reduce water flow to a trickle and it will take a long time to fill a kettle or a cistern.  Some modern heating appliances and showers will not work below certain pressure levels. You should seek your water company’s advice before installing this type of equipment to check whether the pressure in your water company’s area is sufficient for these systems to operate efficiently.

Low pressure can have a number of causes. For example, when demand for water is high (such as in the morning or early evenings) pressure can be lower than during the rest of the day. There can also be problems during dry spells when people use hosepipes or sprinklers to water their gardens.

Answer 2

Answer:

Water pressure is a measure of the force that gets the water through our mains and into your pipes. It is measured in 'bars' - one bar is the force needed to raise water to a height of 10 metres.