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_- --- - __ _ _ _-- __ -� � � � � � Pressurc Reduciug Vah�c (PRV) Information j EMC 14.15.230.A regulates the ins[allation of PRVs for individual services. Typically the installation cost of an individual PRV is[he responsibiliry of the property owner along with thc cost of operation and mainlenance. Because Ihe City is initiating the pressure change,the City will install the PRV at no i charge. However,the long rerm operation and maintenance cost will be the homeowner's responsi6ility. This document contains in(ormation for homeowners regarding PRV's being installed on the liomeowner's service line. PRV Maintcnance Typically there is no maintenance on small individual PRVs. The PRV may have a pre-screen to pro[ect the PRV and unless ihere is a noticeable flow restriction problem, such as lower wa[er pressure, one vaould not need ro regularly clean this. Most manufacturers o(fer a rebuild kit, however these are very rarely available lotally. 7he City will provide you with copies of instruction manuals and other documentation that comes with the PRV. PRV I?xpected Life The City's experience is the PRV will in the neighborhood o(10 years or longcr. They are pretry simple j devices and typically do not fail. Indications your PRV is failing are:low pressure,high pressure, i Fluctuating pressure and unusual noises coming from the PRV. i PRV Replacement Cost Parts for PRV replacement cost range in price bet�veen$70.00 to$100.00,depending on the size and I manufacturer. A home owner may�vorl<on their own plmn6ing sys[ern hy code. Ho�vever the City � recommends hiring a licensed plumber to replace the unit. The ins[allation price may run from$200 to i 540D and depends upon the plumher you hire.The City recommends getting prices from three di(ferent plumbers in order to be sure you get the best price. PRV Pressure Seftings The Ciry will set the pressure to your home ro GO psi,which should be the pressure you are normally , accustomed to. You may certainly adjust the level to its upper range(75 psi). This is a simple protess of I turning the adjustment screw clockwise(down}to increase pressure or counter dockwise ro decrease pressure. This would requirc temporarily installing a pressure gauge on your system for monimring during adjusunenL Such a gauge i;usuaily adapted to attach to your hose bib and only installed during this process and removed afterwards. The City will provide instructions lo replacc your PRV when lhe [ime comes. You may contact Nlark Doucette at 475-257-7231 or Jeff lesmer at�125•257-7238. � '.