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Condition
CE 7.20: Flow Velocity Or Imbalance In Domestic Water Systems
Article Type
Common Element
Article Number
7.20
Performance

Water flow velocity and system balance in domestic water pipes should meet the requirements of the Ontario Building Code and the design.

Warranty

One -Year – Work and Materials. Two -Year – Delivery and Distribution Systems

Action

Systems not meeting the acceptable performance criteria shall be repaired.

Remarks

Excessive flow velocity is believed to promote pinhole leakage in pipes. A lack of balance can contribute to excessive flow in some pipes, with lower flow in others.

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