Five Reasons Why Your Shower Makes a Whistling, Squealing or Other Sound

Singing while you take a shower is not unusual. If the showerhead is joining you in singing, whistling, squealing or hissing, it could change your tune.

These high-pitched sounds can not only be annoying, but they could also indicate a problem with your plumbing. We'll be covering the most common causes of whistling in your shower.

Showerheads need to be replaced. Sometimes replacing an old showerhead is the best solution. Minerals in the water can build up and block the small nozzles. It is easy to replace your showerhead with a new one.

Showerhead pipe obstruction - Water must pass through a small hole as it flows through the pipe from your wall to the showerhead. The water will make a whistling noise if the pipe is clogged with mineral deposits. This can be fixed by removing the showerhead and cleaning the pipe.

Worn-out shower valve - This is the part you press when you turn the main handles of your shower. It regulates the flow of hot and cool water. You may start to notice signs like leaking or whistling when the valve is worn out. You will need to reach the plumbing behind your shower to replace it. This usually involves opening up a section of the wall. It is best to have it done by a professional because of the complexity.

Blocked shower cartridge – Another place that could be blocked is the shower cartridge. It is located inside the shower valve. This part can be difficult to reach and will require a licensed plumber to replace it.

Faulty diverter valve- Have you ever wondered how water flows from the shower head to the tub faucet? This is the job of the diverter valve. You should check to see if the sound that you hear when the diverter is pulled pulls on the handle changes. This could indicate that the part needs to be replaced.


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