5032 EL CHARLEE ST 2016-01-01 MF Import

- - -_ ... - _ __ _--- - ----- - - --- l i I � � I Pressin�e Reducing Valve (PRV) Informafion ' EMC 14.i5.Z?�.A regulates the installation of PRVs for individual services. Typicaliy the installation cost � of an individu�I PRV is the responsibility of the property owner along with lhe cost of opera[ion and maimenance. E'ecause the City is initiating the pressure change,the Ciry will install the PRV at no charge Ho�vever,lhe long term operetion and mainienance cost will be Ihe homeowner's responsibility. 7his documen[contains information for homeowners regarding PRV's being installed on the homeowner's service line. PRV Maintenancc � Typically there is no maintenance on small individuai PRVs. The PRV may have a pre-screen to protect the PRV and unless there is a nolireable flo�v restriction problem, such as lower v+ater pressure, one wouid not need to regularly dean this. Most manu(acturers offer a rebuild kit,ho�vever these are v.ery rarely available lotally. The City will provide you wi[h copies of instruc[ion manuals and other docurnentation that comes with the PRV. PRV lixpected Life I� The City's experience is the PRV will in tl�e neigh6orhood of 10 years or longer. They are pretty simple � I devices and typically do not(ail. Indications your PRV is(ailing are: low pressure,high pressure, ; fluctuating pressure and unusual noises coming(rom the PRV. PRV Replacement Cost � Parts for PRV replacement cost range in price �ehveen$70.00 to$100.00,depending on the size and � manufacturer. A home owner may�vork on their own plumbing system by code. However the Ciry � recommends hiring a licensed plumber to replace the uniL The installalion price may run from$200 to $400 and depends upon the plum6er yau hire.The City recommends getting prices from Ihree dif(erent plumbers in order to be sure you get the best price. PRV Pressure Setcings 7he City wili set the pressure to your home to 60 psi,which should be the presiure you are normally accusromed to. You may certainly adjust the level ro its upper range(75 psi). This is a simple process of ' turning the adjustmen[screw dockwise (down)to increase pressure or counter dockwise to detrease � pressure. This would require temporarily installing a pressure gauge on your system for monitoring during adjustment. Such a gauge is usually adapted to attath to your hose bib and only installed durinp, �his process and removed afrerwards. The City will provide insVuc[ions to replace your PRV when the time comes. You may con[act Mark Doucette at 425•257-7231 or JefFJesmer at 425-257-7238. I