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Improving Your Shower Experience

by Richard Stroke Auburn Hills plumber

Not enjoying your home’s shower is a common problem for many homeowners. Whether it be a lackluster water pressure or uninviting surround, there are plenty of changes that can be made to enhance your showering experience.

One of the worst qualities in a lackluster shower is water pressure. It is the number one complaint by people, even when they are die-hard shower lovers. There are a couple of reasons that your water pressure could not be measuring up to your expectations. Ask yourself, has it always been this way, or is it a new thing? If it has always been that way, and you haven’t changed the showerhead, it is possible you have a leak in the line not allowing you to get the full amount of water you desire. A leak detection test from an Auburn Hills plumber can give you a good indication of what the problem is.

If you have made changes to your showerhead, it is likely you bought a low flow energy-saving model. With water conservation being a significant priority in California, most places sell shower heads to limit the amount of water used. Inside the tube of the shower head will be a restrictor, which limits how much water can be used per minute. You can try at your own risk, removing this ring, and regain the glorious water pressure you once had, or simply buy a new one that doesn’t say low-flow.

Another common problem for the shower is a clogged drain. If you have ever taken a shower only to realize it isn’t draining as it should and you are ankle high in the water for a majority of your shower time, it is likely there is a minor clog in the drain. With the combination of oils, hair, and conditioner, these can matte up over time in the pipe causing water not to flow the way it should. A plumber can quickly resolve this issue, or you can try to plunger the drain the way you would with the toilet.

Lastly, if you are unhappy with your showers appearance or desire a more luxurious one, replacing with a new surround or going for a full tile upgrade can drastically improve your experience. While this is more of a costly home improvement versus clearing a drain or replacing the showerhead, you may find that your overall love of the shower will exponentially grow. A new shower head cost under $50 and can make a   difference in the quality, but for a massive change that may also add equity to your home a bathroom remodel is also a great solution.


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About Richard Stroke Junior   Auburn Hills plumber

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Created on Jan 16th 2019 16:33. Viewed 216 times.

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