Water Doesn't Come Out of My Showerhead

Return a showerhead to normal operation by first locating the source of the problem.

A hot shower can be an eye-opening experience first thing in the morning or a relaxing end to a day. However, when the water slows to a trickle or stops altogether, it is time to find the source of the problem, which may be mineral deposits. If you determine that the source of the water flow issue is clogging, you can take easy corrective steps to return the shower to proper operating condition.

Things You'll Need

• Soft bristle brush
• Rag
• Plastic bag
• Twist tie
• Vinegar
• Adjustable wrench

Instructions

1. Wet a soft bristle scrub brush under running water. Brush the nozzles on the showerhead to remove any accumulated deposits that could block the flow of water. Wipe the showerhead clean with a rag.

2. Select a plastic bag that will fit around the showerhead with room to spare. Pour vinegar into the plastic bag.

3. Place the bag with the vinegar over the showerhead so that the nozzles are contacting the vinegar. Secure the bag around the back of the showerhead or water pipe with a twist tie. Allow the nozzles to soak in the vinegar for two to three hours. Remove the bag and run water through the shower head to clear the nozzles.

4. Remove the showerhead from the water pipe by loosening the fitting on the base of the head with an adjustable wrench. Pull the showerhead from the water pipe.

5. Pull the screen filter from the fitting in the showerhead. Scrub the filter with a soft bristle brush and hold it under running water to clean it. Install the screen filter back into the fitting and attach the head back to the water pipe.

References

• Waterpik: Shower Head Troubleshooting