Shower Valve Repair Service

The Shower Valve

A shower valve is a key component that controls water flow and temperature and ensuring you get the water pressure and temperature you need. The shower valve body is usually installed behind the wall. Different types of shower valves differ in their functions, so it's crucial in understanding the type of valve you have to make a repair.

The most common type of shower valve found in newer homes are pressure-balancing valve. In older homes, Ceramic, Cartridge and Compression shower are common. These valves are designed to work smoothly without discomfort or leaks.

Shower Valve Replacement

Replacing a shower valve is not a simple task. Most shower valve are located deep in the wall or in other difficult-to-access places. The replacement process can result in an all-day project even for the most experience plumber. Cutting into the wall to access the valve in necessary. The cost will increase, not only in labor, but also in terms of the cost of repairing the wall, either way it's a costly project. This is why I suggest repairing the shower valve, if possible, rather than replacing it.

Shower Valve Repair

The good news with shower valves are that they can be rebuilt rather than replaced. Most shower valve are not aftermarket and parts are usually available.

The most common Manufacturer

• Moen

• Price Pfister

• Delta

• American Standard

• Kohler

• Peerless

• Hansgrohe (Special Order Parts)

The first step in rebuilding the shower valve is to identify it. In order to properly identify your shower valve, I have to know the manufacturer of the valve in order to figure out what type of stem or cartridge the valve has. As I mention earlier its vital to the repair because one shower valve manufacturer will differ from another.

The most common Valve types

• Manual Ball Control

• Traditional Hot & Cold Compression Valves

• Pressure Balancing Shower Valves

• Thermostatic Shower Valves

• Diverter Valves

• Digital Shower Valves

Most shower valves become defective because of regular wear and tear, seals leaks, and many are damaged due to hard water, worn-out seals, worn cartridges, and aggressive or improper use of the shower valve.

If you have a faulty, worn, or leaking shower valve, you can count on us to fine the on-the-spot solution to get you show valve fix the right way.