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Kath752202
11-19-05, 11:58 AM
Since my super installed my dishwasher, the water pressure in the sink is almost half of what it was. Anyone know what the problem is and how to fix it. Thanks.

joneq
11-19-05, 03:13 PM
I am assuming you are talking just hot water. Make sure the valves are open all the way. He may have left it partially closed. Is the water pressure always lower or just when the DW is running.
Kath752202
11-19-05, 04:16 PM
It's both hot and cold water. I checked that all the valves were open and it's even when the dishwasher is off. I don't get it.

majakdragon
11-19-05, 06:41 PM
Kath752202, Welcome to the DIY Forums.
Since the super should have only had to turn off the hot water supply to install the DW, I would suspect that something in the piping broke loose while it was being worked on. Try removing the aerator on the end of the sink faucet spout. Then turn on the water and see if the presure is better. It may just be plugged screens on the aerator. Good luck and let us know.
Kath752202
11-19-05, 07:26 PM
That's exactly what happened. Thank you so much for your help. This is a great website.
majakdragon
11-19-05, 07:34 PM
Sometimes the simple things get overlooked. Glad it helped you out. We do our best to solve all the members problems. Thanks for letting us know what the problem was. This helps other members also.