Leaks and pipes
Why Your Water Pressure Is Low
Low water pressure can come from a single fixture, the geyser line, a hidden leak, blocked pipework or supply changes outside the property. The pattern of the problem is the clue.
Check whether it affects one fixture or the whole property
If only one tap or shower has weak flow, the issue may be a blocked aerator, mixer fault, valve problem or local pipe restriction.
If the whole property is affected, the cause may be the main valve, pressure regulator, municipal supply or a larger leak.
Look for signs of hidden water loss
A spinning water meter when taps are closed, damp paving, wet walls or unusually high bills may point to a leak.
Pressure loss linked to damp patches should be checked before opening walls or digging.
Separate hot-water pressure from cold-water pressure
If cold water is strong but hot water is weak, the geyser valves, pressure balancing or hot-water pipework may need attention.
This distinction helps narrow the repair and avoids replacing parts that are not causing the problem.
