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It is probably due to a blockage somewhere in the coldwater pipe or faucet. The easiest to check is the faucet. Turn off the water supply valves. Then take apart the faucet and look for tiny pieces of material (usually metal) that might block the flow of water thru the portholes. If there is no blockage, then the next probable cause is blockage in the pipe. This can occur in copper pipes anywhere there is a soldered joint. The blockage comes from using too much solder so it builds up in the pipe. It is most likely the faucet. Even if you don't see blockage it could be there. You can usually replace the faucet "guts" without too much expense and its worth a try, before working on the water pipes.

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The kitchen is probably a long way from the hot water heater. The cool water in the pipes have to be pushed through before the hot water from the heater can get there.

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The aerator needs cleaning. Replace the supply lines and/or the supply valves, if they were re-used, they may be obstructed with lime scale.

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