Homes average 50-90 psi water pressure, a hose nozzle can increase that to 300 psi however many factors play a key role in nozzle psi. The psi of a hose nozzle will be effected by the house’s pressure, the length of hose leading up to the nozzle, and the nozzle. On average you can expect 100 to 225 psi max output on most consumer based hose nozzles. Firehoses can push around 300 psi. most houses will have enough pressure as to not see a hose psi drop off in till the hose exceeds 100 feet in length. Below is a chart giving averages of hose nozzle psi.
| Garden Hose Nozzle | Psi Of Hose Nozzle |
| Industrial High Flow Nozzle | 250 Max Psi |
| Standard Pressure Trigger Nozzle | 60-348 Max Psi |
| Soaker Fan Nozzle | Measured in Flow Rate of 3.4 GPM |
| Twist Nozzle | 60-250 Max Psi |
| Wand Nozzle | 100-300 Max Psi |
| Soaker Hose | 8-10 Max Psi |
It is important to make sure your hose can withstand the pressure as that is most like going to be the point of failure before the hose nozzle.
What is the usual flow rate for a garden hose?
The average home garden hose flow rate is 6-12 gallons pre minute. This can change based on diamiter of hose, length of hose, and water source psi. If you know your water sources Psi and hose length you can use the table below to determine flow rate.
| Water Supply Pressure | Hose Diameter | Hose Length In Feet | Water Flow Output In Gallons Per Minute |
| 40 Psi | 1/2 | 25 | 12.5 |
| 40 Psi | 1/2 | 50 | 8.6 |
| 40 Psi | 1/2 | 75 | 6.9 |
| 40 Psi | 1/2 | 100 | 5.9 |
| 40 Psi | 1/2 | 125 | 5.2 |
| 40 Psi | 1/2 | 150 | 4.8 |
| 40 Psi | 1/2 | 175 | 4.4 |
| 40 Psi | 1/2 | 200 | 4.1 |
| 45 Psi | 1/2 | 25 | 13.3 |
| 45 Psi | 1/2 | 50 | 9.2 |
| 45 Psi | 1/2 | 75 | 7.4 |
| 45 Psi | 1/2 | 100 | 6.3 |
| 45 Psi | 1/2 | 125 | 5.6 |
| 45 Psi | 1/2 | 150 | 5.1 |
| 45 Psi | 1/2 | 175 | 4.7 |
| 45 Psi | 1/2 | 200 | 4.3 |
| 50 Psi | 1/2 | 25 | 14.1 |
| 50 Psi | 1/2 | 50 | 9.7 |
| 50 Psi | 1/2 | 75 | 7.8 |
| 50 Psi | 1/2 | 100 | 6.7 |
| 50 Psi | 1/2 | 125 | 5.9 |
| 50 Psi | 1/2 | 150 | 5.4 |
| 50 Psi | 1/2 | 175 | 4.9 |
| 50 Psi | 1/2 | 200 | 4.6 |
| 60 Psi | 1/2 | 25 | 15.6 |
| 60 Psi | 1/2 | 50 | 10.7 |
| 60 Psi | 1/2 | 75 | 8.6 |
| 60 Psi | 1/2 | 100 | 7.4 |
| 60 Psi | 1/2 | 125 | 6.5 |
| 60 Psi | 1/2 | 150 | 5.9 |
| 60 Psi | 1/2 | 175 | 5.4 |
| 60 Psi | 1/2 | 200 | 5.1 |
| 40 Psi | 3/4 | 25 | 36.2 |
| 40 Psi | 3/4 | 50 | 24.9 |
| 40 Psi | 3/4 | 75 | 20.0 |
| 40 Psi | 3/4 | 100 | 17.1 |
| 40 Psi | 3/4 | 125 | 15.2 |
| 40 Psi | 3/4 | 150 | 13.8 |
| 40 Psi | 3/4 | 175 | 12.7 |
| 40 Psi | 3/4 | 200 | 11.8 |
| 45 Psi | 3/4 | 25 | 38.6 |
| 45 Psi | 3/4 | 50 | 26.5 |
| 45 Psi | 3/4 | 75 | 21.3 |
| 45 Psi | 3/4 | 100 | 18.3 |
| 45 Psi | 3/4 | 125 | 16.2 |
| 45 Psi | 3/4 | 150 | 14.7 |
| 45 Psi | 3/4 | 175 | 13.5 |
| 45 Psi | 3/4 | 200 | 12.6 |
| 50 Psi | 3/4 | 25 | 40.8 |
| 50 Psi | 3/4 | 50 | 28.1 |
| 50 Psi | 3/4 | 75 | 22.6 |
| 50 Psi | 3/4 | 100 | 19.3 |
| 50 Psi | 3/4 | 125 | 17.1 |
| 50 Psi | 3/4 | 150 | 15.5 |
| 50 Psi | 3/4 | 175 | 14.3 |
| 50 Psi | 3/4 | 200 | 13.3 |
| 60 Psi | 3/4 | 25 | 45.1 |
| 60 Psi | 3/4 | 50 | 31.0 |
| 60 Psi | 3/4 | 75 | 24.9 |
| 60 Psi | 3/4 | 100 | 21.3 |
| 60 Psi | 3/4 | 125 | 18.9 |
| 60 Psi | 3/4 | 150 | 17.1 |
| 60 Psi | 3/4 | 175 | 15.8 |
| 60 Psi | 3/4 | 200 | 14.7 |
How to increase the water pressure from a garden hose
Hose water pressure can be increased by attaching a hose nozzle to your garden hose. If you need an increase in water pressure from your hose without using a nozzle than try the steps listed below.
Step 1. Water Valve: In your home there is a water regulator where the water source (usually from the city or well water) enters the home. You will see a round or oval valve near it. By turning the valve clockwise you will increase the pressure of water coming into your home. Be cautious doing this if you have older pipes as it can lead to pipes bursting.
Step 2. Hose Length: Hose length and diameter play a big role in water pressure as discussed in chart above. If a shorter hose is possible to use consider trying this as a way to increase pressure at point of release. More on garden hose adapters.
Step 3. Use a water pump booster: There are water pump boosters that will attach to a water line and increase the pressure of the water. They range in prices from $26-$125 on average. You can expect to increase pressure by around 20 Psi using a water pump booster. These can be complicated to get set up correctly so evaluating other options first is recommended
Step 4. Check Hose For Damage: Inspect your hose for any clogs or damage. Hoses break down over time and create micro leaks. These leaks may appear as light moisture or dew on the hose but if enough of these micro breaks exist you will see substantial pressure loss through the walls of the hose. additionally debris like leaves and small stones can get into hoses causing reduced pressure. Check out our Garde Hose Care Guide for tips on how to keep your hose in top shape.
Step 5. Check House’s water Pressure: Finally if you have done all the above steps you want to test your houses water pressure to ensure there is not a pressure issue outside the home. a standard water pressure gauges will cost on average $12 dollars. If you find your pressure is below 35-40 Psi a plumbers inspection of your lines may identify the cause of your water pressure issue.
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