Water pressure mystery

[Cat]

Hey folks,
I am hoping you can help me solve a bit of a mystery.
My water pressure drops on occasion, kitchen sink, bathroom sink and shower (electric) meaning the temperature fluctuates and it shuts off.
I haven't had any plumbing work done but my downstairs neighbours have, the water supply was cut off at the wee drain in our shared square I believe it was a new washing machine but that there were some plumbing issues from previous tenant (hence the water supply had to be turned off.
This may of no relevance but I need an idea of what could cause intermittent loss of pressure and if it's something I can rectify or if I need a plumber.
Thanks in advance.
Cat

 

[SimonG]

Might not have opened the stop tap fully. Sounds like a shared supply, they open a tap then you lose pressure/flow.

 

[Cat]

Might not have opened the stop tap fully. Sounds like a shared supply, they open a tap then you lose pressure/flow.

Ah I did wonder, think my other neighbour has the big iron rod for turning it...I'll get him to have a look for me...Thank You

 

[turnpin]

What a polite lady.....welcome to the forums Cat.......regards Turnpin

 

[Cat]

What a polite lady...welcome to the forums Cat.....regards Turnpin

Ah not always Turnpin
I was swearing in the shower last night when it shut down & alarmed, I ended up stood in the scud with shampoo in my hair, took a good 10 mins to get going again

I have used these forums in the past & always had excellent support & advice...I can do most DIY but plumbing & electrics give me the fear!

Cheers
Cat
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Okley dokley update...
I just caught my neighbour with the muckle metal rod (ooh err missus) and he checked the bit under the wee drain...yup it had only been turned half way so it is now opened fully my water pressure is back to normal woohoo!
Thanks again so glad I have these forums.
Cat