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Low Water Pressure: Causes of Low Water Pressure Low Water Pressure: Causes of Low Water Pressure From "Ed the Plumber" episode DETP-203

Ed offers alternative ways to obtain more water pressure in your home.

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	Figure A
	Figure B
	Figure C

Showerhead

Cause: the showerhead has a screen inside that can get clogged by mineral deposit build-up.

Solution: remove showerhead, then remove the screen (figure A). Using a small toothbrush, clean the mineral deposits from the screen or use a cleaner specifically for removing mineral deposits.

Sink

Cause: mineral deposit build-up can clog the aerator.

Solution: remove the aerator by unscrewing it from the faucet. Using a small toothbrush, clean the mineral deposits from the screen (figure B) or use a cleaner specifically for removing mineral deposits.

Shut-off Valve

Cause: mineral deposit build-up can clog the valve.

Solution: Unscrew the stem from the valve (figure C), then clean out the valve using a small toothbrush.