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    machine8511 Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Mar 15, 2009, 07:52 AM
    low water pressure
    I shut the main value of water running into the house . Once I turned it back on all the water pressure is high expect the kitchen sink. I never even touch the sink can anybody tell me the problem
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    Mar 15, 2009, 08:33 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by machine8511 View Post
    I shut the main value of water running into the house . Once i turned it back on all the water pressure is high expect the kitchen sink. I never even touch the sink can anybody tell me the problem
    First thjing would be to unscrew the aerator ,(see image) and check and clean the screens. Try the water with the aerator off. Can you get a strong stream? Good luck, Tom
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    Mar 15, 2009, 10:13 AM

    As always, Tom nailed it !

    Clean aerator and you are back in business..

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