How to Check Home Water Pressure?

Turn off all water-using fixtures and appliances in the home

Attach a water pressure gauge to an outdoor hose bib or laundry faucet

Make sure the faucet is fully closed before attaching the gauge

Open the faucet fully to let water flow into the gauge

Read the pressure shown on the gauge in psi

Check multiple faucets if needed to compare readings

Test at different times of day for consistency

Compare the reading to the normal home water pressure range

Record the result for future reference

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