How do you repair a tub and shower valve?

Step 1: Turn off water. Turn off the water to the bathtub and shower at the shut-off valve. Let any remaining water flow out of the faucet. Step 2: Remove the cap and screw. Remove the cap and screw from the faucet handle using a screwdriver, and take off the handle and escutcheon.

What to do if your shower valve malfunctions?

If the faucet valve for your tub and shower malfunctions, use the steps here to make the repair. Turn off the water to the bathtub and shower at the shut-off valve. Let any remaining water flow out of the faucet. Remove the cap and screw from the faucet handle using a screwdriver, and take off the handle and escutcheon.

What should I do if my shower cartridge is broken?

Often all that will need to be replaced in the shower valve cartridge are the O-rings and washers. Follow these tips to remove, repair and reinstall your shower cartridge valve. Turn off the water to the bathroom, or at the house supply if necessary.

How do you remove a shower diverter valve?

Turn the shower diverter valve up and wait while the water retained in the shower arm and head drains out. Next, remove the valve cover sleeve and the shower valve cartridge. Use the Philips head screwdriver to release the four screws holding the valve cover sleeve and stem.

What can I do if my shower valve is broken?

Grip the valve stem with pliers and turn counterclockwise until you feel resistance. With the shower shut off, you can now restore the water at the main valve in the house.

What happens when you install a new shower valve?

When the system is opened (to install the new tub/shower valve) air can find its way into the circulation line, become trapped, and stop flow. Opening this valve will allow that air to escape. If you have an automatic air vent, it could be plugged or malfunctioning. Hot and cold water reversed?

Can a diverter be replaced on a shower head?

The tub spout you have with the knob on the end of it is a shower diverter. The knob diverts water away from the tub spout and up to the shower head. In your case, the diverter needs to be replaced. This repair is easy and inexpensive.

What should I do if my shower diverter is leaking?

Tighten the screws behind the faceplate of the diverter valve. If you attempt this fix but the water continues to pour or leak slowly from the bathtub spout after the shower diverter has been engaged, move on to the next step. Disassemble the shower diverter.