Low water pressure in your tap is not always cause for alarm. A range of different reasons exist as to why the tap might not provide as much water anymore. The problem either could be a result of your home's plumbing and the surrounding water resources or the tap itself.

Cartridge Blocked
Today's taps are manufactured differently than taps uk were many years ago. Back then taps had a simple valve and seat design which, though robust, was not as controlled as today's ceramic disc cartridge taps. These modern taps have two cylinder-shaped discs with smaller holes that align when the handle turns. The tap holes clog with sediments and other materials that find their way into your water supply. When blocked, the tap experiences lower water flow rate. If only the tap in question is experiencing low flow, this is probably the cause.


Supply Hose Blocked
Another possibility is a blocked supply hose leading to the tap. Sediments, materials or debris blocks supply hoses, preventing water from even getting to your tap cartridge. Though rare, check the supply hose to see if this is the issue. Turn off the water by closing the water valves underneath the tap's sink. Unscrew the supply hoses at both ends, and flush them out with clean water. Or change the supply hoses with brand new ones. This may be the problem if only one tap has low pressure.

Low-Flow Taps
A low-flow tap is one made to produce less water wall mounted taps flow for water-saving reasons. These taps have smaller inlets that restrict the output flow rates. A water conscious choice, they'll often cause people to wonder if something is wrong. These taps may also clog and experience the same problems a regular tap will, like blocked supply hoses. Review your tap manual to see if your tap is low flow. If you recently had the tap installed and just noticed the low flow rate, this could be the reason for the low-flow tap.

Plumbing Issues
The water flow rate in your home determines how much water comes through the tap. If your entire home and all the taps are experiencing lower flow rates, the issue is probably not with the tap itself. The problem is either inside or outside the home. Pipes clog when sediments or other material build up inside of them. Surrounding water levels in your town reservoir also affect the water pressure in your home. If you are concerned this is the problem, and all your taps have lower flow rates, contact your local city government to learn about issues affecting your water supply. If there is no town wide water shortage, contact a professional to inspect your plumbing for potential blockages and problems.

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