Low Water Pressure

Tips from Real-Estate-Agents.com

by Kathy Maynard, reprinted courtesy of ServiceMagic.com

Q: Why has my low-flow faucet suddenly lost water pressure?

A: First, make sure that the shut-off valve under the sink is all the way on.

If it is, then you very likely have some foreign material restricting the flow somewhere within your faucet.

The apparatus used to restrict water in the new low-flow faucets like yours also creates several more sections within the faucet to catch grit and sediment than old faucets with just one screw-off screen. Carefully take the whole faucet apart and check each area for sediment. After putting it back together, it will probably work fine.

If not, then it's time to call a professional plumber.

Good luck!

This information is brought to you by ServiceMagic service professional, Herb Alexander from H.T. Alexander Plumbing in Citrus Heights, CA.

To locate a reliable plumber or any other type of home improvement specialist, please visit ServiceMagic.com. Click on Plumbing, select "Faucets & Fixtures" and let us match you with the ideal service professionals in your area!

Best Regards, Kathy Maynard

-- Tips courtesy of Service Magic