Fixing Low Water Pressure in Your Faucets

AMERICAN CANYON — If you’re getting unusually low water pressure from a faucet in your home, it’s likely due to a simple cause. Faucets have aerators, which act as filters that reduce water flow while maintaining a reasonable amount of pressure. Over time, aerators can collect tiny bits of sediment that come out of the water pipe. Eventually, this accumulated sediment can clog an aerator and cause a reduction in water pressure.

Fortunately, the solution for this issue is as simple as the cause. All you need to do is unscrew the aerator from the faucet, clean out any sediment inside and tighten it back into place. Once the aerator is clear of sediment, you should notice an improvement in water pressure.

Keep in mind that if the aerator is tightly fastened onto the faucet, you may need to use a wrench to remove it. However, you shouldn’t need a wrench to screw it back into place—hand-tightness should be adequate. If you think your aerator is defective, you can purchase a new one at your local hardware store. Aerators are very inexpensive, so don’t hesitate to replace them if necessary.