Ask Experts Questions for FREE Help !
Ask
    gevon's Avatar
    gevon Posts: 2, Reputation: 1
    New Member
    		  
    #1

    Feb 17, 2009, 09:13 PM
    Water Pressure
    Hi my water pressure for my shower and sinks are very low but pressure for my Bath tubs are fine. What do you think is the problem?? How can I fix this. Thanks
    21boat's Avatar
    21boat Posts: 2,441, Reputation: 212
    Ultra Member
    		  
    #2

    Feb 17, 2009, 09:40 PM

    If this happened over time and on the hot and cold sides try cleaning the aerator for the sinks and the flow restrictor for the shower head. If there is some lime build or dirt this could cause the restriction of pressure. Try that and get back.

    Signed 21 Boat

    If I Helped To Answer Your Question Please Rate My Answer
    Milo Dolezal's Avatar
    Milo Dolezal Posts: 7,192, Reputation: 523
    Plumbing Expert
    		  
    #3

    Feb 17, 2009, 10:24 PM

    Make it a habit to clean your aerators and shower heads regularly.
Not your question? Ask your question View similar questions
 

Question Tools Search this Question
Search this Question:

Advanced Search

Add your answer here.


Check out some similar questions!

New hot water heater installed, but no hot water pressure. Plenty of cold water? [ 11 Answers ]

Hi, I own a small plumbing service and have a problem I've never encountered before. I installed a new top vented gas water heater for a customer. Turned the main back on, bled air out of the lines, etc. Problem is there is no hot water pressure throughout the house. Cold water pressure is fine....

Low water pressure causing high blood pressure [ 1 Answers ]

I have low or no hot water pressure to the downstairs bathroom. I've replaced the cartridges, valves and hot water heater, still no pressure... help.

Low water pressure in an area known for high pressure [ 3 Answers ]

Greetings, My wife and I are in the process of updating 1957 side by side split level. The previous owner (OK, my Mom as I bought the house I grew up in from her) said that when they moved in they had to install a pressure reducer into the line. I have searched high and low but, I can't see...

View more questions Search