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Six Tips to Increase Water Pressure in Your Shower

Published On: September 14, 2022

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Nothing is more refreshing than a hot shower after a long day at work. It relaxes your body and releases tension allowing you to sleep peacefully.

However, the efficiency of your hot shower is highly dependent upon the water pressure in your shower. Low water pressure may cause your water to be too hot or prevent it from heating.

Shower head with water supply

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So, how do you deal with low water pressure in your shower? 

This article looks at some of the causes of low water pressure and their possible solutions. Read on to get tips for a smoother shower experience.

Reasons For Low Water Pressure In Your Shower

Here are some of the main reasons your water pressure may be low.

Clogged Shower Head

So why are you experiencing low water pressure in your shower? Clogged shower heads are one of the main reasons you do not have enough water coming out of your shower.

Over time sediments and minerals accumulate, blocking the holes in your showerhead, thus reducing the flow of water through holes. 

This is especially problematic in areas with hard water or with a lot of dirt. The situation may be made worse by flow restrictors.

They have small holes made to reduce the water flowing through your shower to allow you to save on your water bill.

Your Pipes Could Be Blocked

Blockages and leaks in your plumbing are other common causes of decreased flow in your shower.

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If pipes are blocked or cracked, the flow in all water outlets, including your bathroom, will be affected. If you use a hose pipe, a twist or kink on your line could also cause reduced flow into the shower. 

You also want to check on your water valve, as sometimes you forget to open it, thus reducing the amount of water flowing fully.

Also, check for worn-out valves, as this might prevent you from opening the flow fully.

High Demand, Low Supply

Apart from a glitch in your plumbing system, other causes, such as high water demand and old water pipes in the estate, could cause low water pressure in the shower.

If you shower when most people are also using water in their household, this could cause decreased flow in your shower.

How to Increase Water Pressure in Shower

Now that you know the causes of low water pressure in the shower, here are tips to increase your shower's water pressure.

Tip #1: Clean Your Shower Head

Accumulated dirt in your shower head is the main cause of clogged shower holes, and thus it is essential to clean it regularly.

Close up of low pressure shower head with water flow.

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In most cases, you will only need a screwdriver to detach the head and then a soft brush to remove any accumulated dirt or particle buildup. This will help unclog the dirt in the holes, thus improving the water flow.

Tip#2: Remove Flow Restrictors

Flow restrictors have small holes designed to reduce water flowing through your shower. Although some people might appreciate this, the reduced flow can be a nuisance to you.

So, if you have a flow restrictor causing extremely low flow in your shower, you can consider removing it.

Tip#3: Check Your Water Valve

While doing repairs here and there, you may close your shut-off valve and, in a hurry, fail to open it fully after that.

Ensure there's no flow restrictor on your water line

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So, if you experience low water flow in your shower, the first thing to do is to check and ensure you have fully opened the shut-off valve.

Tip#4: Shower During Off-Peak Hours And Turn Off Hot Water Tank

If the hot water pressure in your area is affected by the number of users at a time, you will want to shower in off-peak hours when most people are not using water.

Also, shutting off all other water appliances will allow you direct water to one outlet, thus enhancing the shower pressure. This includes your water heater.

Tip#5: Invest In A Shower Pump

Although a shower pump is expensive, investing in it can be a great saver, especially if you live in neighborhoods with consistently low water pressure.

In this case, you want to involve an installation expert, as they will help you select and install a suitable shower pump. This can increase shower water pressure.

Tip#6: Call In A Plumber

If you have tried all these and your shower is not cooperating, then it is time to call an experienced plumber to inspect your plumbing system.

The low water pressure can result from blockage or leakage that a professional technician can only fix. 

Conclusion

Low water pressure results from many things; thus, it is important to understand the cause to address it effectively.

While you can implement most solutions on your own, in some cases, you will need a plumber to be able to identify and solve the issue.

In this case, always ensure you have the help of a trusted and experienced plumber. 

Check out our list of home repairs related articles below for more information on how to tackle these projects yourself!

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