Shower and Tub Repair and Installation in Brighton, CO
Showers and tubs hide most of their plumbing behind tile and fiberglass. That makes small leaks expensive and remodel planning important. A plumber who understands the valve, drain and venting makes the rest of the job simpler.
Call (720) 794-0054- Valve and drain repair
- Remodel rough-in
- Line answered 24/7
Common shower and tub problems
What to check first
| Problem | Likely cause | Next step |
|---|---|---|
| Shower drips after you turn it off | Worn cartridge or seat in the valve | Replace the cartridge |
| Water temperature swings | Worn mixing cartridge or pressure change | Inspect the valve |
| Slow tub drain | Hair and soap caught in the trap or stopper | Clear the drain |
| Stain on the ceiling below | Leak at the drain, valve or overflow | Locate before opening |
| Handle is loose or hard to turn | Worn stem or mineral buildup | Repair or replace the valve |
| Low flow from the shower head | Scale in the head or a clogged cartridge | Clean or replace |
Leaks you cannot see
- A damp ceiling or wall in the room below the bathroom.
- Soft or discolored floor near the tub.
- Tiles that loosen or grout that keeps cracking.
- A musty smell with no visible source.
- A water bill that climbs while habits stay the same.
Run the shower and the tub separately and note what makes the stain worse. A leak detection visit can tell a drain leak from a supply leak without tearing out tile.
Replacing a shower valve
Many valve problems are solved with a new cartridge. If the body is corroded or the cartridge is no longer made, the valve must be replaced. That can require access from behind the wall. Ask about an access panel. Putting one in a closet or adjoining wall keeps future repairs from damaging tile. If the valve is the issue, the water heater may not be, but check water heater repair if the temperature will not stabilize.
Shower leaking into a ceiling?
Shut off the shower and call. Describe where you see the stain.
Tub and shower drains
Stoppers and strainers catch most hair, but soap scum builds on the trap walls. Many tubs use a pop-up or trip lever that hides its own buildup. Remove the stopper and clean it first. If water backs up from a floor drain or from a second fixture while the tub drains, the problem is in the main line. See drain cleaning.
Remodels and new installs
Moving a shower or adding a tub changes the drain, vent and supply routes. Slab floors make it harder to move a drain. Basement bathrooms may need a pump if the drain sits below the sewer line. Plan the plumbing before you order fixtures.
- Decide on layoutWalk through where the valve, drain and fixtures will sit.
- Rough-inSupply, drain and vent lines are set to the plan.
- Pressure testLines are tested before walls close.
- Set the fixturesTrim and drain assemblies are installed.
- Final testCheck drainage, temperature and leaks.
Walk-in showers and accessible bathrooms
Curbless showers need careful slope and drainage. Ask whether a linear drain or a center drain fits the design. Grab-bar blocking is simplest while the walls are open. Toilets and sinks in the same room may need work too. See toilet repair and installation and faucet and sink repair.
What changes the price
Pricing depends on whether the fix is a valve, a drain or a remodel. Ask the dispatcher for a clear quote before work starts.
Scope
A cartridge, a full valve or a new rough-in are different jobs.
Access
Behind tile and slab floors take more care.
Fixture choice
Tubs, showers and valves vary widely.
Drain changes
Moving a drain is a larger task.
Permit
Ask what applies to your address.
Questions callers ask us
Usually a worn cartridge or valve seat.
Sometimes through an access panel. Otherwise tile must be opened. The plumber can explain which applies.
Not necessarily. Clean the stopper and trap first. When other fixtures also run slow, suspect the main line.
Yes, but drain and vent routes matter. Slab floors make it harder.
Plumbing is part of the work. Tile, framing and waterproofing are often separate trades.
Basement bathrooms need drain planning and sometimes a pump. Describe the basement when you call.
The line is answered 24/7. Shut off water to the room and call.
Fix the valve, fix the drain, plan the remodel
Call to repair a shower or tub and plan plumbing for a bathroom project.