It's not uncommon for people to sing when they shower. However, if the showerhead appears to be joining in with you through singing, whistling, or even hissing, it may make you change the tune.

The high-pitched sound isn't just a nuisance, they could also be indicators of a plumbing problem within your home. In this post, we'll be going over the most frequent reasons for a shower that whistles.

• Showerheads need to be replaced. Sometimes the most straightforward option is to replace an outdated showerhead. Over time, the minerals in the water could build up and block the tiny showerhead nozzles. It's pretty simple to exchange your shower head for a different one to see if it can solve the whistling issue.

• Showerhead pipe is blocked. As water moves through the pipe that flows from your wall into the shower head, it needs to go through a small hole. If the pipe becomes blocked by mineral deposits, it could produce a whistling sound when it attempts to pass through. To get rid of this problem, take the shower head off and take care of cleaning the showerhead's pipe.

• Shower valve is already worn out. It is the one that you activate when you turn the handles that are the primary part of the shower. It controls the flow of water and the mixing of cold and hot water. When the valve gets worn out, you could be able to notice some signs like whistling or leaking. In order to change the valve in your shower, it's necessary to access the plumbing beneath the shower. This usually involves opening the space on the wall. Due to its difficulty, it's generally better to leave the job to an expert.

• Shower cartridges are blocked already. Another location that may be blocked is the shower cartridge that is situated in the valve for showers. But this area is more difficult to access and might require you to call an experienced plumber to repair the cartridge.

• A faulty diverter valve. Have you ever wondered how the water flows from the faucet of the tub into the showerhead? This is the job of the diverter valve. Examine whether the whistling sounds change as you pull the lever on the diverter. If so, it could be a problem with the part that requires replacement.

It's not necessary to use earplugs when taking bathing at your home. If you're getting annoyed with the whistling and the squealing sound that your bathroom makes, contact the experts in your area.