Low Water Pressure
Water comes out slowly from taps or the shower, making everyday tasks frustrating.
What Is Causing This?
- 1Build-up of limescale or debris in pipes
- 2Faulty pressure reducing valve
- 3Leak elsewhere in the system reducing pressure
How Urgent Is This?
This should be fixed in the coming weeks. Leaving it may allow the problem to worsen and cost more to repair.
What Needs to Be Done
A plumber will check the stopcock, inspect for leaks, clean or replace aerators, and test the mains pressure. They may need to flush the system or replace a pressure valve.
How Much Will It Cost?
National average estimate
Labour: £246 – £620 | Materials: £200 – £830
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Ask a QuestionHow to Prevent This
Fit a scale inhibitor in hard water areas. Have your plumbing system checked every few years to catch issues early.
Related Problems
A tap that drips constantly, wasting water and causing staining around the sink or basin.
Hot water taps run cold or lukewarm despite the boiler or immersion heater being switched on.
A visible drip or pool of water under the kitchen or bathroom sink, often noticed by damp in the cupboard below.
Other Plumber Problems
A tap that drips constantly, wasting water and causing staining around the sink or basin.
Water continuously runs into the toilet bowl after flushing, often with a hissing or trickling sound.
Hot water taps run cold or lukewarm despite the boiler or immersion heater being switched on.
Water drains slowly or not at all from a sink, bath, or shower, often with an unpleasant smell.