How To Fix Poor Water Pressure in the Shower

Ways a Home’s Water Pressure Can Be Improved 

Every homeowner knows the issues that come with lower than average water pressure. It makes running appliances like the dishwasher and the washing machine difficult. One of the most irritating issues is the lack of water pressure in a shower. It is very difficult to get clean when there is a slow water flow. 

Behind the Tile: Bathroom Connections

No matter how many sinks, faucets, or toilets are in a home, the water for said household items typically comes from one source. Because the bathroom plumbing is interconnected, using water in one place (like the sink) can cause lower pressure if another one is also used (such as the shower). 

This is why the shower tends to lose pressure when someone flushes the toilet. In the same way, all the drains are empty into one main drain pipe, so a problem in one part of the plumbing can lead to poor performance in another part. A severely clogged drain in one line can cause backups in another drain.

The Problem of the Hidden Leakleaks

As previously discussed, water going in one direction lessens pressure in another direction. So if the supply water pipe leaks, then less water pressure will be coming into the house. This affects the water pressure in the shower and everywhere else, but it can also affect the household water bill. 

If the water pressure seems lower than usual, it may be time to look for possible signs of a hidden leak.

  • Skyrocketing Water Bill: An abnormally high water bill can indicate a major leak that has gone unnoticed.
  • Pooling water: If a puddle seems to come from nowhere, there is a good chance a leak has caused it.
  • Damp grass/Puddles: The dampness or puddling can happen outside, too. If the grass is wet, or there is water running in the gutters and there has been no rain, then there may be a leak.
  • Mold/Mildew Growth: If spots of mold or mildew appear on the walls or ceiling in unexpected places, there may be a leak behind it.

The Clogged Showerheadshower head

Fortunately for the average homeowner, low water pressure is often merely a result of hard water and can be easily fixed. Hard water is water full of dissolved minerals that can leave deposits in pipes, faucets, and drains. 

Much like the stalagmites or stalactites in a cave, hard water buildup takes a long time to accumulate, but it can become a major blockage. Below are the steps for dealing with hard water buildup in a showerhead.

  • Remove showerhead
  • Soak the showerhead in a mineral solvent such as CLR
  • Rinse and replace the showerhead
  • Enjoy the newly refurbished and unclogged showerhead
  • Consider installing a water softening system or using water softeners

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