Frisco, Texas, has a lot going for it. This bustling town of more than 232,000 residents is just a 30-minute drive from downtown Dallas and 25 minutes away from Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport. Its central location, thriving economy, abundant job opportunities, and excellent schools make Frisco an excellent place to live, work, and raise a family.
Legacy Plumbing is proud to be a trusted and longtime partner of the vibrant Frisco community’s residents, and we are pleased to offer our services to the homeowners and businesses there. Consider the case of one resident who had issues with the pressure-reducing valve (PRV) at her home and needed a quick but reliable replacement.
What is a PRV and Why is it Important
When the city began to experience huge population growth in the early 2000s, Frisco updated its plumbing code to require homes built after 2002 to include pressure-reducing valves on their plumbing systems. A pressure-reducing valve (PRV) is a device that regulates incoming water pressure to maintain consistent flow in the home, typically between 40 and 80 pounds per square inch (PSI), which is the pressure range water-using fixtures and appliances are designed for. Without a functional PRV, pipes and plumbing fixtures can be damaged over time if the water main supply pressure exceeds the recommended limits.
Some residents of houses built before 2002 often have a PRV installed to ensure consistent water pressure and protect their plumbing systems and fixtures.
Details of the Case
The Frisco homeowner noticed abnormally low water pressure in her 2012 home, which was experiencing a pressure of only 30 psi. Knowing that a faulty PRV could cause abnormally low water pressure, our client wondered if hers had failed. She decided to call Legacy Plumbing.
Diagnosing the Issue, Planning the Fix
The first order of business was locating the PRV, isolating it, and running pressure tests to check its workings. Our technician, Matthew, soon realized that the PRV had failed some time ago and that a replacement would be necessary.
He informed the homeowner of the situation and explained the time it would take to replace the PRV and the costs involved, breaking the costs out by parts, labor, and the required city permit for PRV replacement.
During the investigation, our 94-year-old client mentioned that her garage water heater was over 10 years old and asked for a replacement quote. This job was quoted, and our personnel advised the client about ways she could save money on her plumbing work, such as Legacy’s Gold Plan Membership or our Senior Citizen Discount.
Steps Taken to Resolve the Problem
Our professionals pulled the permit with the city of Frisco and replaced the faulty valve. In this instance, the PRV was buried under a flower bed adjacent to the water meter.
We began by shutting off the main access valve, cutting out the old PRV and fittings, and raising the water line to ground level for easy access and maintenance.
Then, we proceeded to install the new PRV with a stainless steel ball valve, rebuild the valve box, and fill the bottom with gravel to prevent dust and mulch from getting inside.
As a precautionary measure, and because the homeowner had a water heater, we also checked to ensure the expansion tank was in perfect working order. We also checked all taps, faucets, showers, and kitchen appliances individually to ensure uniform water pressure throughout the house.
After running one last pressure test to check if the new PRV was working well, we restored the disturbed landscaping to its original state.
Another Job Done, Another Satisfied Customer
With all the work done before the day was out, we were happy to say goodbye to a relieved and satisfied homeowner. Our team resolved the problem efficiently and restored normal water pressure of 70psi with minimal disruption to her daily activities.
Our comprehensive approach involved replacing the PRV, checking the expansion tank, and running multiple pressure tests on all water fixtures and appliances.
The homeowner was assured of a robust solution that would last for years. Our PRV replacements have a 1-year warranty to guarantee complete peace of mind.
Why Legacy Plumbing is the Top Choice for PRV Repairs and Replacements in Frisco
At Legacy Plumbing, we build customer trust by exceeding their expectations.
Our extensive range of award-winning services is backed by a team of experienced professionals and the latest equipment and technology.
That makes us the partner of choice for Frisco homeowners whenever they need help with their plumbing, be it a simple faucet repair or a more extensive PRV replacement.
Give us a call today if you’d like to install a PRV in your Frisco home or have one repaired or replaced.
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