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Tub and Shower Installations in Columbia

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Are you struggling with a bad tub or shower valve?

When you turn your shower handle, does it grind and/or not turn on? Is your hot water trickling and not coming out of your shower head or tub faucet? Or, maybe you aren’t getting any hot water (or no water at all). If you are experiencing any of these issues, you very well could have a broken shower or tub valve. Give us a call at Plumbing Solutions, LLC today to see how we can help you solve this issue quickly, efficiently, and professionally.

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Common Signs You Need Shower or Tub Valve Repair

  • Your water is dripping or running when it is turned off
  • You experience difficulty turning your shower or tub handle, which worsens over time
  • Your shower or tub handle gets stuck or slips and doesn’t turn on the water
  • You aren’t getting any hot water when you turn on your tub or shower
  • You aren’t getting any water at all when you turn on your tub or shower
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WHAT IS A BATH AND SHOWER VALVE?

A bath or shower valve is a small component part that is designed to control the flow of water from your bathtub or shower. They help to ensure you aren't hit with a sudden gush of water or experience temperature differences, either.

TYPES OF SHOWER VALVES

  • Mixing valve. Like the name implies, a mixing valve pulls in water from both your hot and cold water taps and mixes them, so you have the perfect shower temperature. However, if a toilet flushes and cold water is used elsewhere in the house, the water can become exceedingly hot.
  • Pressure balancing valve. These types of valves are the most common in Columbia households. Also called anti-scald valves, this type of valve balances the water pressure so the water doesn't become scalding.
  • Thermostatic valve. This high-tech valve adjusts the flow of water based on the change in the temperature that it senses. Thus, it controls both water pressure and temperature.
  • Diverter valve. A diverter valve is the type of valve you will see in a bathroom with a tub and shower combo. They direct water from the tub to the shower. There are tee, two-valve, and three-valve diverters available.
  • Transfer valve. Transfer valves transfer the flow of water to multiple plumbing fixtures without having to turn the water off. Thus, if you have a handheld shower head and a regular shower head, you can just turn a dial.
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INVEST IN THE BEST TODAY

Plumbing Solutions offers the best tub and shower valve repair in Columbia. Our licensed and professional plumbers can ensure you have the proper bath and shower temperature and pressure every time. Call for a free estimate today!

Contact Plumbing Solutions for All of Your Shower and Tub Needs

Whether you are experiencing any of the aforementioned symptoms of a broken shower or tub valve or something different, Plumbing Solutions, LLC in Columbia is here to help. Our team has extensive knowledge and experience on all things plumbing, showers, tubs, and more, and would be more than happy to help in any way we can.

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