Common Conditions FAQ: What Can I Do if I Have Low Water Pressure?

When your water pressure is low in Mount Prospect, it can be annoying. Here’s a simple guide with ways to make the situation better: 

1. Figure Out the Problem: Consider asking other tenants in the building whether they have the same water pressure problem. If they do, it might not just be your apartment. 
2. Tell Your Landlord: Contact your landlord when you notice the low water pressure. They have to make sure things like plumbing work well. 
3. Act Fast, or Wait a Bit: Evaluate whether the low water pressure is a threat to your health and safety. For example, is there no water in all the faucets coming out? Or is just the shower pressure not as intense as you want it? 
   1. If it’s an emergency, send a letter notifying the landlord about the failure to deliver essential services.
   2. If it’s not so urgent and the Village of Mount Prospect cited a code violation, deliver a 7-day demand letter for repairs before withholding a portion of rent. 
4. Write Down What Happens: Keep track of what is said to the landlord and what they say. 
5. Be Patient: Stay calm and patient, but also make sure you check in if they’re taking too long. The landlord might need to call someone for help, and that can take some time. 
6. Contact the Village: If your landlord doesn't do anything about the rodents, you can contact the Mount Prospect Code Enforcement Program. They might send someone to check the situation and tell your landlord to fix it.

If the Mount Prospect Residential Landlord and Tenant Regulations does not protect you, click here for other options.