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  • Nov 27, 2009, 01:29 PM
    rafo18
    Why my bathroom sink faucet not running
    My batroom faucet stops running hot or cold water, Could it be an air lock?
  • Nov 27, 2009, 01:31 PM
    rafo18

    My bathroom faucet stops running hot or cold water. Could it be an airlock.
  • Nov 27, 2009, 07:15 PM
    massplumber2008
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    Hi Rafo18:

    Most likely the aerator is clogged. The aerator is located at the end of the faucet spout (see image).

    Unscrew this clockwise, if necessary, using a pair of pliers, and clean the different screens. Run water without the aerator in place (run hot and cold) and then replace the aerator. That should get you up and running again.

    If the cleaned aerator leaves an undesirable spray pattern then you can replace the aerator at any local hardware store (bring old one with you).

    Let us know how you make out... O.K.?

    MARK

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  • Nov 29, 2010, 07:38 PM
    sharper11
    Comment on massplumber2008's post
    ---Had a similar issue.. . Found this post.. . And massplumber... you hit it on the head mate! I went straight to the aerator.. . And it was filled with hard green pieces. . Blew out the screens and replaced. . It's PERFECT now. Thank you.
  • Nov 29, 2010, 08:08 PM
    massplumber2008

    Hi Sharper11:

    Glad you found us and it helped! Thanks for letting us know... :)

    Mark

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