How To Fix Low Water Pressure In a Faucet

[@Wannabanauthor]

Thank you so much for this video! I've had low pressure in my sink for a week, and now it's running again perfectly thanks to you making this video. It saved me the time of contacting my manager and having him send someone to look at it!

[@MikeKlimek]

Sweet!!! Glad to help!

[@Leonicles]

I just googled "how to fix water pressure in my sink" and your video popped right up. I had already tried turning the water valves, since I recently replaced my sink hose. By following your easy instructions, I fixed it! My husband was more of the "fix-it guy" at our house, and it has been my role since he passed away. Every contractor I've used since has disappeared halfway or ripped me off; I'm not knowledgeable and stupid-nice, so I try do as much as I can by myself. Thank goodness for videos like yours that can make a beginner like me learn how to do this myself! Thank you so much for uploading this video 2 years ago! You made a difference today!

[@MikeKlimek]

Very kind words thank you! Glad to help you!

[@scottsteffen6182]

Worked for me even after the plumber said he would have to tear down my drywall to find the problem. Thank you, Mike!

[@MikeKlimek]

Awesome to hear that Scott!

[@kevincampbell3930]

5 years later and you're vid is still helping us!! Thank you!!

[@MikeKlimek]

Welcome Kevin!

[@geotayc]

Been waiting for apt. maintenance to come fix my sink for three weeks and now I don't have to wait any longer. Flowing now! Thanks!

[@MikeKlimek]

Glad it helped you!

[@adayinmusic]

Simple math indicates that collectively thus far, the people who have benefited from this video owe you AT LEAST $50,000. SO MUCH JOY. THANK YOU.

[@MikeKlimek]

LOL! I never thought about that-I just like helping people!

[@Iknowrite411]

​@@MikeKlimek Blessings 🙌

[@MikeKlimek]

@@Iknowrite411 Glad it helped you!

[@JudgeBuster]

Mike, thanks for this helpful video. But I would like to point out that the other 2 primary causes for low water pressure are due to calcification or lime deposits in the water line connection points under the sink and the same deposit build-up in the valve stems just below the valve handles. If someone tries the fix you've shown and still has low water pressure, then these other 2 points should be inspected. Most kitchen, bath & other sink faucets all have plastic valves stems. Many water lines also have plastic seals. Both of these are magnets for calcium & lime deposits to start building up. I've often had to remove the valve stems & seen these large deposits. The deposits can be removed by soaking the valve stems OR water line connections in either CLR or vinegar. CLR, a mild acid works faster than vinegar. Maybe you can do a video showing people how easy it is to remove the faucet handle valve stems and/or water lines. Both can be done with an adjustable Cresent wrench that opens to at least 1.5 to 2 inches. Thanks for this video & the opportunity to add some helpful advice. Best2U Always

[@mattysco]

what do u mean connection valve?

[@Jim-cu3sh]

"Maybe you can do a video showing people how easy it is to remove the faucet handle valve stems and/or water lines." Yes, this is where I am. I'll have to find a video that shows that.

[@ILESSTHANTHREEss501]

Under 5 minutes, easy to follow, ACTUALLY WORKS!!! What more could you ask for 🙏🙏🙏 thank you so much. My sink has had awful water pressure for about 4 years now. You saved me

[@MikeKlimek]

Awesome!!! Glad to help you!

[@reytos03]

I've put off this issue for over a year. I thought it was going to be a major plumbing issue I couldn't afford. Saw your vid and wala! Such a simple fix I wish I knew about this earlier. Thank you very much!

[@MikeKlimek]

That's great to hear! Happy to help!

[@ninja14]

Thank you so much! Told myself if this video worked then I’d become a plumber. Wish me luck on my new career! 😂

[@MikeKlimek]

LOL!!! Ok that's really funny!

[@Pen175]

Thank you so much for the video, it fixed the issue right away! I'm so happy I won't have to call anyone to take a look at it!

[@MikeKlimek]

You're welcome!

[@Channel-zf9xv]

I had essentially no water in my bathroom sink for over a year, because I thought I had to replace the shutoff valves (which were both also definitely broken). Finally got around to replacing the valves today and still had no pressure. Watched your video, fixed in minutes. Thanks

[@MikeKlimek]

You're welcome! Sometimes it's the simple things!

[@WhitePelicansareReal]

Thank you! That is exactly what was wrong! You saved me hundreds of dollars, oh you made my day 😊❤️

[@MikeKlimek]

Awesome-glad to hear it!

[@mattgrommesh4125]

I find it so interesting that simply cleaning a little part can make a huge difference

[@MikeKlimek]

It's all about the little things!

[@EzaFlipsy]

My sink was literally like this for over a year and this fixed it. Super helpful !!

[@MikeKlimek]

Awesome! Glad to help!

[@Intellectualstimuli8044]

You are AMAZING! I appreciate your knowledge and willingness to share this valuable information. My problem is solved without costing me a dime.

[@MikeKlimek]

Sweet-glad it helped you!

[@sidwoodstock]

1 google search, 1/2 of your video watched, and 3 minutes playing with the faucet and it's back to normal. Cheers :)

[@MikeKlimek]

Awesome! Glad it helped!

[@christiangonzalez3460]

One of the most informative, best easy to do it videos on KZbin. Thank you for your help

[@MikeKlimek]

Awesome! Glad it helped you

[@desirae1453]

Thank you doesn’t even begin to express the gratitude! I saved over $100 and canceled my plumbing appointment fixing the sink myself after watching this!

[@MikeKlimek]

Awesome Patrice! Glad it helped you!

[@carlospereira7368]

You made my day. I wanted to move from this house because of the low water pressure. I assumed it was because they kept building so many house around but then I googled it today as I thought maybe I needed to replace the hoses and then discovered all my taps were dirty from my water softener just fixed all 4 in my house thank you so much.

[@MikeKlimek]

That's Awesome Carlos! Glad it helped you

[@kittymistyeli]

This did it! Felt like a miracle and I really impressed my husband! Thank you!

[@MikeKlimek]

Way to go Arlene!

[@PCPAyLOAD]

Thank you so much! My bathroom faucet is only a couple years old and just never thought to check. I was going to have to call a plummer. You saved me at least a $100 maintenance call!

[@MikeKlimek]

Sweet-glad to help you!

[@alvinp989]

Thank you soo much having this problem for a year and your video really helps two thumbs up

[@MikeKlimek]

Glad to help-You're Welcome!

[@jwag7747]

Thank you very much! I was afraid that I might have a major plumbing issue that would require a plumber, but thanx to you I fixed it quickly & easily! The inside of my aerator was different than yours. I had to open up all the little pieces before I could get to the debris that was trapped inside a lil white plastic piece, but it didn't take long. Thanx 😊

[@MikeKlimek]

Awesome! You're Welcome

[@evsoft]

Maan, thanks a million for this life-saving video. I just fixed three faucets in my house that had trickling pressure, and now the pressure in all three faucets is so high that I have to gauge them. Thanks a million!!!

[@MikeKlimek]

Awesome! Glad you got it squared away!

[@zeffly]

Thank, Mike! I wasn't taught this stuff growing up. (Let's just say I don't come from a DIY family.) So it's definitely a shot in the arm that I was able to fix my sink myself...with the help of your video!

[@MikeKlimek]

Sweet! Nice job

[@soliquidsnake3990]

Thank you very much for this video. Kitchen sink started to have very low water pressure but the little hose next to it was doing just fine. Followed everything you said on your video and it's back to normal. Thank you!

[@MikeKlimek]

Awesome! Glad to help you

[@anthonyca6051]

Thank you for this video, Mike. Very helpful.

[@MikeKlimek]

You're welcome!

[@richardreney2846]

You just saved me from a headache

[@MikeKlimek]

LOL-Glad it helped you!

[@Kennelly414]

Helped my family out a jam. Thank you sir

[@MikeKlimek]

Awesome!

[@xedzedx]

wow Thanks for making me look like a Super dad! Came back home after 4 days being away for work and family pointed out this problem in our bathroom faucet. Watched your video and 3 minutes later... Problem was fixed! Thank you, thank you!

[@MikeKlimek]

LOL Way to go Super Dad!!!

[@incubrian]

appreciate you making this vid in the style you did. i was washing my hands and heard and saw an immediate reduction in pressure which definitely had me worried. when you showed your faucet "with the issue" and "after" it was the exact same as the issue i had in mine. thank you for this vid!

[@MikeKlimek]

You're welcome!

[@Blackhawkk23]

Had the exact same problem and didn’t know what it was. I was able to fix it thanks to this video. Thanks for making it.

[@MikeKlimek]

You're Welcome!

[@valleygirlknits]

Thank you for this. Truly an easy fix, and not worthy of paying the big bucks to remedy! :)

[@MikeKlimek]

Welcome!

[@DC-tr9ry]

Thank you! This is exactly what I needed.

[@MikeKlimek]

Glad it helped you D C!

[@miguelesquivel2306]

Man you are my hero! That’s exactly what my problem was and it was a whole lot of sediment!!! Thank you!

[@MikeKlimek]

You're welcome Miguel!

[@jamestaylor8512]

Thanks for making this video, the low water pressure issue is solved

[@MikeKlimek]

Sweet! Glad it helped you!

[@elisalazar9901]

did exactly what you did. There were little rocks blocking it. Now it works like normal, where as before my water pressure was exactly like yours at the beginning of the videos. Thank you!

[@MikeKlimek]

Awesome!-Great to hear

[@orettasmith6871]

Thanks A Million!! I did Exactly what You said this morning to Fix my water flow. It's working Excellently!!

[@MikeKlimek]

Awesome Oretta glad to hear it!

[@leebeehh3905]

Incredible! You saved me from having to call a plumber. This worked perfectly.

[@MikeKlimek]

Awesome-glad to help you!

[@itakimoto1898]

Thank you for making this video! I was so worried that it would be something big like the pipes but I followed your instructions and now my faucet is just like new

[@MikeKlimek]

Sweet! Glad it helped!

[@daverobinson579]

One little piece of plastic plugged the main aerator device. Cleaned it up and now have plenty of pressure. Many thanks.

[@MikeKlimek]

Sweet! Glad it helped!

[@modelchictoya]

Your steps worked like a charm. Many thanks! I’m so happy I don’t have to call a plumber

[@MikeKlimek]

Glad it helped you!😃

[@TheShadowJL]

Thanks a bunch, Mike ! I am mechanically challenged, and I had no problems following your instructions ! 🙂 I even worked on one of my bathroom faucets after fixing the one in the kitchen.

[@MikeKlimek]

Way to go Jeffrey!

[@AdamJ917]

Thank you! Exactly the problem we had. One of our two sinks in the master bathroom did this exact thing. Great video

[@MikeKlimek]

Thank you-glad it helped you!

[@manitou0123]

Great tip, low water pressure, all other faucets run fine. aerator was the problem, thanks for posting!

[@MikeKlimek]

Welcome!

[@drdavidspeechly5371]

Outstanding video - got my water flowing again exactly as you highlighted here!!! Thank you!!

[@MikeKlimek]

Awesome!

[@Kandipsycho]

You're the Man/Dad!!! I haven't had water pressure in days!! THANK YOU

[@MikeKlimek]

Awesome-You're Welcome!

[@SCarod]

Thank you so much. It was bugging me for like the last six months.

[@MikeKlimek]

LOL-glad it helped!

[@blabbingwithyoyo7472]

I tried this and didn't see any of the debris or any blockage. I then put the parts back in place and turned the water on. Bam, I had normal water flow again. Thanks so much for this video👍🏾

[@MikeKlimek]

You're Welcome YoYo!

[@natashaboswell4056]

Thanks Mike . I’m going to try this.

[@clearair1327]

Thank you, I cleaned the tap filter but that didn't work but your suggestion on taking the pipe off I was not aware there was a filter on the bottom end of the pipe and that was blocked. Thanks again.

[@MikeKlimek]

Welcome!

[@kirstindeason8671]

Thank you so much for this!! Was going bonkers wondering what was up (or down!) with my bathroom sink. This totally fixed the problem.

[@MikeKlimek]

Awesome Kristin!

[@thecaninefoodie]

Solved my problem. I need a new aerator. On my way to Home depot with the busted one. Thank you!

[@MikeKlimek]

Awesome!

[@JudgeBuster]

You also could have just soaked your aerator in CLR or vinegar for 2 hours. Some new aerators for the brand name faucets can cost from $10 to $15+. All the deposits will dissolve when soaked in CLR or vinegar and rinsed thoroughly.

[@zileanwenbo2820]

awsome! took me only 5 minute for the whole fix which included watching half of the video! awsome guide!

[@MikeKlimek]

LOL! Glad it helped!

[@skyphantom]

Thanks for this. Faucet is running perfectly now.

[@MikeKlimek]

Awesome! Glad to help!

[@living_gold5709]

Thank you sooo much! I thought I was going to have to call out a plumber, but it was something this simple. Thanks for making this video.

[@MikeKlimek]

Glad to help!

[@ashleymackrell2036]

Installed a new vanity and faucet a few months ago; the pressure was awful from the start and just kept getting worse. Thanks to your video I just found a huge chunk of...I don’t even know...plastic maybe? wedged in the aerator. Problem solved!

[@MikeKlimek]

Nice! Glad it helped!

[@staxx8788]

Very helpful guide, thank you.

[@MikeKlimek]

You're welcome Kyle!

[@jacqueline122711]

I did this today and it worked thank you so much

[@MikeKlimek]

Sweet! Here's to good water pressure!

[@Adore.Winter]

Thank you so much for this video. I don’t have any tools to turn the cap but will buy some pliers tomorrow and follow these steps. ❤️

[@MikeKlimek]

Awesome! Glad I could help

[@walkinfaithnotbysight]

Thank you so much! I'm having a water birth in a few months and the faucet I'm attaching the hose to isn't flowing as quickly as it used to. This was perfect!

[@MikeKlimek]

Awesome! Congratulations and Good luck to you!

[@ettyobz]

Wow my issue was solved 53 seconds into the video . Thank you

[@MikeKlimek]

LOL-You're Welcome!

[@richnurse1171]

Love it! Gonna try this tomorrow.

[@MikeKlimek]

Sweet! Super easy!

[@WarDaclcly]

That was my issue! Thanks for saving me 200 bucks! 😊

[@MikeKlimek]

You're welcome!

[@ND-hp2ki]

Thank you very much for making this video, my problem was solved by watching until 55sec of this video. Muchos gracias Senor.

[@MikeKlimek]

You're Welcome!

[@sessionstv]

Thats a like & subscribed ding, thank you so much.. as a visual learner all i needed to do was make sure the water valves were on which they were, unscrewed the aerator, and wham water pressure.. currently got it sitting in CLR now and I can see the descaling happen in real time, if it doesn't work when I put it back on I'll just go to home hardware and get a new set and do the downstairs as well. THANKS! 😆

[@MikeKlimek]

Welcome!

[@michaellee1241]

Thank You....this was very Helpful !

[@MikeKlimek]

Glad it helped you!

[@chanzo7950]

Thank you! I fix that issue by replacing the Spout.

[@MikeKlimek]

Great!

[@BrownAngel15]

This video was really helpful 👍

[@MikeKlimek]

Glad it helped you!

[@jaxt7197]

I wish you would have shown the supply line and the supply valve because I have not dealt with those for any reason and you explain things so well. I have cleaned and replaced aerators. It's the "under the hood" stuff that is a mystery. :)

[@MikeKlimek]

So did this work for you or are you still having a problem with water flow?

[@jaxt7197]

Putting a new aerator on did not solve the low pressure which is not horrible, but lower than other faucets in the house. I have a handyman, I just like to know this kind of basic stuff. :)

[@memebabyadime]

Thanks a lot I tried a de clogger. Checked to see what the actuator is and your video came up. Problem solved!! 🥰

[@MikeKlimek]

Excellent! Glad it helped!

[@gablewilliams823]

Greetings, It is my first Time, Thank you for the Advice,,,, I'm gonna try it your Way First, I've Only had this installed A year/ Half ago, so I'm gonna try your Way first.

[@gablewilliams823]

MAN YOU WAS RIGHT !!!!! THANK YOU.

[@gablewilliams823]

Thanks man.

[@MikeKlimek]

@@gablewilliams823 Awesome glad to help you!

[@Meggawoman]

Thank you so much.... I had so much built up debris. Now it works like a charm.

[@MikeKlimek]

Awesome-that's great to hear!

[@Pr1dePnoy]

Thank you so much , recently had this problem searching different ways doing it but yours really help me out .

[@MikeKlimek]

Glad to help!

[@petesturtevant7642]

Thanks for the tip! Fixed my wife's faucet in like 20 seconds and now she thinks I am a genius handy man!

[@MikeKlimek]

LOL Way to go Pete!

[@TheTimon64]

Thanks a bunch worked like a charm 😄

[@MikeKlimek]

Awesome-glad it helped you!

[@jr75014]

Worked like a charm

[@MikeKlimek]

Awesome Josef!

[@jonathanmonroi]

Thank you for this!!!! Greetings from Melbourne, Australia!

[@MikeKlimek]

Hello to Melbourne-You're Welcome!

[@Gade804]

thank you! This worked perfectly...

[@MikeKlimek]

Awesome-glad it helped you!

[@zackca11]

Just solved my sink issues with your video, thank you so much! Woo hoo, one less thing to call landlords over!

[@MikeKlimek]

Awesome Zack!

[@jtremaine23]

Thank you, sir....that was my problem and a easy fix.

[@MikeKlimek]

Sweet! Glad to help!

[@JayIPWNU]

Ty I literally had the exact same issue... after a good clean back to normal!

[@MikeKlimek]

Yessss!!!

[@wadepowell5790]

Thank you so much thought my well pump was going out and really don't have the extra money to pay someone to look at this well set up!!!

[@MikeKlimek]

Awesome-Glad it helped!

[@sandEffect]

Great video. I had plumbers offer to change 4 aerators in my house for $700. You can buy each one for like $10 and do this instead. BTW some faucets are not as easy as the one shown. Mine are super difficult to open.

[@MikeKlimek]

Yes some are difficult to get off. Some faucets require an "aerator key" to remove the recessed aerators. Glad it helped you!

[@misterpogi1485]

Thank you for this simple fix. Helped me lots!

[@MikeKlimek]

You’re welcome!

[@monicalawhorn2485]

This worked so well for you. Did not work for my kitchen sink. There was the same stuff in my aerator but sink is still only a trickle. I looked under and can not find the supply line. I am not going to put my entire head under there though because it seems to be invaded by many big spiders. We don't go under the sink like ever so there's webs everywhere. Wish my apartment management would just fix this already.

[@MikeKlimek]

LOL-yes sink cabinets can be a little sketchy! I think the next step would be to troubleshoot the valves and supply lines. At a minimum make sure the valves are opened fully

[@monicalawhorn2485]

@@MikeKlimek as far as I can tell the valves are fully open. I'll have to continue to hound maintenance to come take a look at the supply line. Thank you for the reply.

[@elboregojhb]

Okay so I just did this in my apartment and little black rocks came out of it, I removed the plastic screen and water flow is up 1000% thank you!!!!!!!

[@andrewtrask9650]

Thanks for the help my mind went to i need a new faucet glad i watched

[@MikeKlimek]

Glad it helped you!

[@NFT528]

Thank you so much, worked like a charm! 😉

[@MikeKlimek]

Welcome!

[@jermainecaldwell4581]

Thanks for the help. Made my fix simple 👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿

[@MikeKlimek]

Awesome! Glad to help!

[@heathernorthcott8363]

thank you for this video!

[@MikeKlimek]

You're welcome Heather!

[@DJNEEM]

You are a life saver Thanks

[@MikeKlimek]

LOL You're Welcome!

[@jkpanda7]

Thank you so much! God bless

[@MikeKlimek]

Welcome!

[@Iknowrite411]

Thank you, 1000 times 🥰

[@MikeKlimek]

Welcome!

[@esperanzagrimm6602]

Thank you so much!!! I fixed! You are a blessing!

[@MikeKlimek]

LOL! You're Welcome!

[@Trisqueer]

It worked! Thank you for saving me from having to contact my landlord!

[@MikeKlimek]

You're Welcome!

[@kimberblueyes3638]

I just installed a new faucet in my bathroom sink. And I’ve got the same problem with water pressure. I tested all the valves and the water flow before the faucet was connected and I had plenty of pressure. Now that I have put the faucet back on and connected everything I’m getting the same kind of water pressure as you were in this video. So I took the aerator out and check that and remember this is a brand new faucet and I still got low flow. I really like this faucet the design and everything and the way it looks with my new vanity but I’m pulling my hair out trying to figure out what is causing low flow on this faucet. It is not designed to be low flow. And the unit itself has really good reviews online where I purchased it from. please give me other possibilities. Thx.

[@MikeKlimek]

So you tested the water pressure before the faucet was installed and all is good. Your problem certainly lies with the faucet, and if not the aerator, then it's the cartridges in the faucet. Low pressure in hot or cold side? Replace that cartridge. Low pressure in both hot and cold then replace the faucet

[@lenac3587]

Love the cool hack with the towel trick. I never understand why the filter is needed where you later wash the debris down the sink to unclog the faucet. I have removed mine

[@tmahmud6447]

Yes removing the filter which has,very small holes is a good idea so won't clog up easily in the future .....however the filter is there for a purpose to prevent small particles in the water when you are washing up ....but I guess you can live with that

[@DeborahLongtin]

That was the problem! Thank You!

[@MikeKlimek]

Awesome-You're Welcome!