Showers

Shower problems usually announce themselves as either a leak or a pressure issue. Low pressure often traces back to a clogged shower head — mineral deposits from hard water can cut flow by 30–50% over a few years. A leaky showerhead or handle drip is usually a worn cartridge or O-ring, and the fix is simpler than most people assume: turn off the water at the shutoff, pull the cartridge, match the part number to your brand (Moen, Kohler, and Delta all use different cartridges), and swap it in. The guides here cover the most common shower repairs and some installations, with brand-specific callouts where the hardware actually differs.


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Shower Valve Repair: Replace a Valve Stem or Mixing Valve Yourself

Dripping shower, stiff handle, or wild temperature swings? The fix depends on which valve type you have. This guide covers both paths: valve stem replacement for older 2-handle showers, and full mixing valve replacement for modern single-handle setups.

Wed Jun 03 2026