Here’s the real reason your Keurig is acting up: mineral buildup. If you have hard water, your machine’s insides look like a cave stalactite after a few months. That white gunk blocks the water flow, so you get a trickle instead of a torrent.
You need to descale. Use a store-bought descaling solution or plain white vinegar. Run a brew cycle with the solution (without a K-Cup), then let it sit for 30 minutes. Repeat that process with fresh water until the vinegar smell is gone.
Pro tip: your kitchen will smell like a pickle factory for about ten minutes. That’s the smell of victory. Follow the manufacturer’s directions, but most agree: a descale every three months is your machine’s ticket to long life.
