How To Replace In Wall Shower Valve

Replacing an in-wall shower valve is a plumbing task that requires some experience and expertise. However, with careful planning and preparation, it is a project that can be completed by most do-it-yourselfers.

The first step is to gather the necessary tools and materials. You will need a new shower valve, a pipe wrench, a screwdriver, a level, and a tape measure. You may also need some plumber's putty and Teflon tape.

Once you have gathered your tools and materials, you need to turn off the water supply to the shower. This is usually done by turning off the main water supply to the house. Once the water supply is turned off, you can open the shower valve to release any remaining water.

Next, you need to remove the old shower valve. To do this, you will need to use a pipe wrench to loosen the nuts that hold the valve in place. Once the nuts are loose, you can pull the old valve out of the wall.

Now you can install the new shower valve. To do this, you will need to apply some plumber's putty to the threads of the new valve. Then, you will need to insert the new valve into the wall and tighten the nuts that hold it in place. Be sure to use a level to make sure that the valve is installed correctly.

Once the new valve is installed, you can turn the water supply back on. Once the water is back on, you can check for leaks. If there are any leaks, you will need to tighten the nuts that hold the valve in place.

Replacing an in-wall shower valve is a relatively simple plumbing task that can be completed by most do-it-yourselfers. By following these steps, you can save yourself the cost of hiring a plumber.