Taps & shower troubleshooting guides
Fix dripping taps, shower temperature problems, low shower pressure and common tap cartridge faults.
Common problems
Shower pressure suddenly low: what to check
Advice Hub / Taps & Showers Shower pressure suddenly low: what to check Check time: 5–10 minutes • Difficulty: Easy checks • Safety: Low risk Quick answer A shower that’s suddenly lost pressure, rather than gradually weakening, often has a specific and findable cause — a clogged showerhead, a kinked hose, or a valve that’s…
Dripping tap: cartridge vs washer (what to check first)
Advice Hub / Taps & Showers Dripping tap: cartridge vs washer (what to check first) Check time: 10–15 minutes • Difficulty: Easy checks • Safety: Low risk Quick answer Whether you need a cartridge or a washer to fix a dripping tap depends on the tap type — quarter or half-turn taps usually use a…
Shower goes cold: combi boiler flow and mixing checks
Advice Hub / Hot Water Shower goes cold: combi boiler flow and mixing checks Check time: 5–10 minutes • Difficulty: Easy checks • Safety: Low risk Quick answer A shower that goes cold, especially when another tap is used elsewhere, often points to a pressure or flow imbalance rather than a boiler fault. If hot…