Legacy Plumbing was founded in 2006 by Texas Master Plumber Theron Young to bring integrity and exceptional service to North Texas’s plumbing industry. Recognizing a need for a company that valued its employees and customers, Theron set out to redefine what a plumbing business could be.
By 2025, Legacy Plumbing has grown to over 50 team members and set the standard for superior customer service. Throughout this journey, Theron and his wife, Michelle, have remained deeply involved in daily operations, driven by their belief in local businesses’ power to positively impact their communities.
Now, with the support of Ace Hardware, Legacy Plumbing is better equipped than ever to deliver reliable, high-quality plumbing solutions. Whether a small repair or a major project, you can trust Legacy Plumbing to fix it right the first time—with professionalism, precision, and care.
What is a PRV?
Many people live with underwhelming water pressure and assume that it’s just what the city provides. This may not be the case! Residents in Frisco whose homes were built after 2003 have a device on their water line called a Pressure Reducing Valve.
Water pressure in the home is like blood pressure in the human body. It needs to be within a certain range for everything to function properly and avoid sometimes serious consequences. The water pressure to the home should be between 40 and 80 pounds per square inch (PSI), according to the plumbing code. All plumbing fixtures, supply lines, and water-using appliances are built to perform within this range. When the water pressure is higher than this, it usually doesn’t cause immediate issues, but it takes a toll over time by wearing out the plumbing faster and increasing the likelihood of leaks/floods.
What Are The Symptoms of a Bad PRV?
When the PRV goes bad, it can cause pressure and water flow issues, weird noises, or just start to leak. PRVs typically last between 8 and 15 years before one of these symptoms starts to appear…