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Why Is Only One Faucet in My House Weak on Water Pressure?

It’s frustrating when you turn on the faucet expecting a good stream of water and all you get is a weak trickle. Suddenly, simple things—washing dishes, rinsing produce, even just washing your hands—take twice as long. At 2 Sons Plumbing Tacoma, we see this a lot. The silver lining? If it’s just happening at one faucet while the others are fine, the problem is probably small and fixable right at that faucet.

Why a Single Faucet Might Have Low Pressure

When water pressure is only weak in one spot, it’s usually not a big plumbing system issue. Common reasons include:

Clogged aerator – The little screen at the end of the faucet can get clogged with mineral buildup or debris over time.
Worn or blocked cartridge – In faucets with cartridges, buildup or wear inside the part can slow the flow.

Both are small, inexpensive parts, but they control how well your faucet works.

Simple Fixes You Can Try

You don’t always need a plumber for this one. Try these steps first:

Take off the aerator. Unscrew it from the tip of the faucet and soak it in vinegar for a few hours.
Rinse it out and screw it back on.
Swap the cartridge. If the aerator isn’t the issue, the cartridge may be. Replacement cartridges are sold at most hardware stores, though installing one can take a little time and the right tools.

Many homeowners are surprised how quickly these small fixes restore normal pressure.

When It’s Time to Call a Plumber

If you’ve tried cleaning or replacing the faucet parts and the water still trickles, the problem may run deeper. Call 2 Sons Plumbing Tacoma at (206) 487-1757 if:

Low pressure is showing up in more than one faucet.
The pressure drops suddenly throughout the house.
You suspect issues with the main supply line or pressure regulator.
At that point, the issue goes beyond a faucet and needs professional equipment to diagnose.

What Tacoma Homeowners Can Expect to Pay

Costs are usually straightforward:

Cleaning or replacing an aerator: $5–$20 DIY
Professional cartridge replacement: $200–$350

If the pressure problem is tied to your main line or regulator, repairs will cost more—but catching it early prevents bigger headaches later.

Local Help You Can Count On

A weak faucet may seem minor, but it makes daily routines harder than they should be. At 2 Sons Plumbing Tacoma, our plumbers deal with these calls every week. We’ll figure out whether it’s just a small part that needs swapping or something more serious in the line. Either way, you’ll get a clear explanation and a reliable fix.

Get Your Water Flowing Again

You don’t have to live with a faucet that barely drips. Call 2 Sons Plumbing Tacoma at (206) 487-1757, and we’ll send a licensed plumber to get your faucet working right again.

One quick visit, and you’ll go from a frustrating trickle to a strong, steady stream—making chores and daily tasks a whole lot easier.

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Oaktree President

22:17 24 Oct 25

Our house decided to replace our own toilet, but we got stuck halfway through because we didn’t have the right tools and accidentally broke an anchor bolt. I called 2 Sons Plumbing, and they showed up within an hour to help us out. Derek, our plumber, was super friendly, explained everything clearly, and got the job done quickly and professionally. Excellent service all around—highly recommend!

Oaktree President

22:17 24 Oct 25

Victor Garcia

20:12 23 Oct 25

Dave and David came and cleared out a huge clog in my kitchen sink (both sides) that has been plaguing us for a while as well a ton of glass shards that got into the drain when our glass fridge shelf broke. Dave walked us through each step of the process and explained everything which was excellent. He also gave us advice about galvanized piping replacement. They even gave us a few free parts for the sink drain that had eroded away and didn’t charge extra for it!! All around 5 star service!!!

Victor Garcia

20:12 23 Oct 25

Steve P

20:40 21 Oct 25

Fantastic service and communication. Local company. Solved my clogged basement laundry utility sink. Dave and David were courteous, informative, professional and easy to engage with. Scheduling was easy (they came the next day) and they arrived within the expected time window. Transparent pricing and i could also apply a coupon. I will use them again.

Steve P

20:40 21 Oct 25

Ashton Wylde

05:46 21 Oct 25

Great service and Dave their plumber is the best. We have an odd house with even odder plumbing. The pipes are a mess of grandfathered-in open air nonsense, when our pump started making some noises (and a little leaking) after some DIY heat tape adventures (getting ready for colder weather), we were worried that we would need a massive repair but Dave came and looked at it and immediately realized we had unplugged the float plug from the pump plug which was 90% of the problem and the leak just need a little tightening of a flex joint. The company was quick and didn't charge for an estimate or in this case a quick "thats not plugged in right". The experience and the overall professionalism has convinced me that when I do finally need that big repair job, I'll call these guys.

Ashton Wylde

05:46 21 Oct 25

Spencer Charles

05:07 20 Oct 25

Booking an appointment was extremely easy, and we were able to get one just the next day. Communication was excellent with timely reminders and a call before our appointment. Kerry did a fantastic job both advising us and effectively resolving our issue.

Spencer Charles

05:07 20 Oct 25

LuAnn Mitchell

02:38 14 Oct 25

I have all good things to say about 2 Sons Plumbing. My first experience was a few years ago and the whole process went very smoothly. Making the appointment was easy and quick, the repair was done with no problem and I thought the price was fair. Recently, Dave from 2 Sons came out to look at several plumbing problems I was having and, within a matter of minutes, all of the problems were diagnosed. Dave gave me options and estimates all before he left my house. I haven’t had the work done yet but appreciate the information and the prices seemed fair to me. Dave was on time, professional and very knowledgeable. 2 Sons are my go to Plumbers.

LuAnn Mitchell

02:38 14 Oct 25

Kayla Huitt

16:58 13 Oct 25

Bob at 2 Sons Plumbing was amazing! We had a horribly backed up kitchen sink drain and he was able to fix it, and save us some money in the process! He heard what we had to say about our issue and double checked everything. Super friendly and very helpful. Thank you for the amazing work Bob!

Kayla Huitt

16:58 13 Oct 25

Mingmin Zhu

00:31 11 Oct 25

I had great experience with Chase, Riley, Seth, Manu, Nolan with a recent fix. They showed up promptly, transparent about the price upfront, set the expectations right, very professional, got things done perfectly, great communication and very honest and patient to answer all my questions, I will definitely use 2 sons again and will recommend it to my friends and neighbors.

Mingmin Zhu

00:31 11 Oct 25

Arul Menezes

00:41 10 Oct 25

Stellar job by Carey and his team at 2sons today. I had a complex job -- installing a yard hydrant/faucet for a garden across the (private) street. They had to go into the floor of the garage, run piping under the floor, out of the house, across the road. Had to cut into the asphalt, trench down a couple feet, then patch it all up again, including fixing the garage concrete floor. Super job. Looks really clean. Got it all done in a day.

Arul Menezes

00:41 10 Oct 25

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00:04 10 Oct 25

A wonderful experience every time with 2 Sons plumbing. Jake and Angelo helped us with our plumbing issue. They showed up on time and gave a very reasonable estimate for the repair. We ended up replacing a couple of toilets and a part of a sink drain. They came back the next day to complete the work due to our schedule. Excellent communication, prompt, and hard working! Thank you so much Jake and Angelo!! We are very happy with 2 Sons and have used them multiple times.

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