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To replace a shower valve, start by unscrewing the shower handle and trim plate, so you can remove them. Then, shut the water off and cut a hole in the small opening behind the trim plate, so you can reach the valve.
Richard determines that the problem is with the pressure-balancing cartridge inside the mixing valve and he takes the homeowner to a local plumbing supply company to get the necessary repair...
Is your shower valve leaking due to water hammer, hard water, or another issue? Learn how to replace shower valve cartridges and valve assemblies yourself.
Fortunately, replacing your shower valve is a manageable home improvement project that can save you money and restore your shower’s functionality. In this step-by-step guide, This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey shows you how to change a shower valve properly.
Learn how to replace a shower valve by removing the shower handle and cover, and then replacing the old shower valve cartridge with a new one. This one-for-one replacement can be done by most DIYers and takes about one hour.
A faulty shower mixing valve can lead to frustrating temperature and pressure issues, turning your relaxing shower into an unpleasant experience. Fortunately, replacing a shower mixing valve is a manageable DIY repair.
1.4M views 8 years ago. This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey fixes a faulty shower valve with new valve stems and seats. (See below for a shopping list, tools, and...
These are the general instructions for replacing a faucet in the shower. Check the manufacturer’s instructions for your specific product and be sure to follow all building and plumbing codes for your area.
Learn how to replace a shower faucet in just a few steps. This guide will teach you basic instructions, whether replacing a shower faucet due to damage or excessive leaking, or simply upgrading to a new shower head.
Wondering how to replace a shower valve when valve access is bad or nonexistent, when the old pipes are galvanized steel, and when you want to go from a two-handle to one handle valve with temperature-balancing and anti-scald features? We show you how to solve these common problems.