Bath/shower faucet repair

 


Discovering a problem of any kind with your bath or shower tap may be enough to make you rush to the phone to call the first available plumber. However, by following a few steps, you will find that you can carry out the repair without the assistance of a professional.

Disconnect the water

First, shut off the water supply to the bathroom to reduce the risk of damage from potential water leakage.

Inspect the area

Even if you noticed a problem in the visible part of the bathtub shower faucet, it was likely caused by mechanisms hidden under the bathtub or behind the wall. In addition, the fasteners that secure the tap in place are located below the surface.

To access them, it is necessary to remove the relevant panels with the help of a screwdriver. This procedure will also be necessary if you have noticed a leak but are not sure where it came from. Remove the panel and use a torch to inspect the pipes and mechanisms.

Clean

Some problems that may affect a bathtub tap, such as leaks or reduced water pressure or flow, may not be due to damage, but rather to a build-up of debris and/or mineral deposits.

Replace

If the shower tap has suffered damage that cannot be repaired with a replacement part, the entire unit may need to be replaced. Use a spanner to remove the fasteners that hold the tap in place on its underside.

If necessary, take the tap with you to the hardware store to obtain a replacement with the same characteristics and reduce the risk of potential problems.

Similarly, if you use a mixer that includes a shower hose that has broken or suffered irreparable damage, remove the nuts at both ends of the hose to fit the replacement.

Call the Emergency Plumber in Worcester. We are 24 hours available.


Location: Worcester, UK

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