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Hi there, can anybody recommend a plumber in the Los Dolses area.
The water pressure in both bathrooms is poor, from the taps at the sinks.
The pressure for the shower is fine,
Great full for any suggestions
Thanks Colin.
Posted: Mon Nov 6, 2017 9:00pm
Thank you Pete.
Will have a look tomorrow.
Posted: Tue Nov 7, 2017 4:34am
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I'd guess that the mesh filters on the taps are clogging up, either with particles of muck or with lime scale.
Take them off and have a look. If it's lime scale, soak them in vinegar or lemon juice for a couple of hours.
This is something I do every couple of months.
You can buy replacements in most ferrets and chinos.
Be aware that the design of Spanish basin taps entails the use of narrow flexible hoses, so you won't get the same volume of water from such a tap as you do from a shower.
Posted: Tue Nov 7, 2017 5:35pm
Thanks Jim
Water pressure a lot better now, thanks for your help.
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Posted: Wed Nov 8, 2017 9:52am
Pete checking that sh## valve sounds dodgy?
Posted: Wed Nov 8, 2017 11:42am
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The shut-off valves in theory are easy to use - just a ninety degrees turn - no different than a shut-off valve to a washer or dishwasher.
But as they get old, they can seize up. Trying to turn one then with a pair of pliers risks shearing off the spindle.
To avoid that happening, I suggest turning the valves off and on every time you clean the tap filters.
Posted: Wed Nov 8, 2017 4:25pm
Ok Jim,
Will do thanks for your help.
Posted: Wed Nov 8, 2017 4:34pm
Erica wrote on Wed Nov 8, 2017 9:52am:
Pete checking that sh## valve sounds dodgy?
Yes always best to check the sh## valve lol.
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