Tub & Shower Valve Repair & Replacement
Serving Orange County & Surrounding Areas
Signs Your Tub or Shower Valve Needs Service
How to spot problems before they become emergencies
Common warning signs include dripping from the tub spout or showerhead after shutoff, temperature swings, low or uneven water pressure, noisy or hard-to-turn handles, and a diverter that won’t fully send water to the shower. If you notice scalding or sudden bursts of cold water, the internal balancing or thermostatic function may be failing.
These issues are often caused by worn cartridges, stems, seats and springs, deteriorated O-rings, mineral buildup, or corrosion inside the valve body. Addressing them early prevents water damage behind walls, mold growth, and rising utility bills while restoring comfort and safety to your bath and shower.
Cost, longevity, and performance considerations
Repair is ideal when the valve body is sound and quality parts are available. Swapping a cartridge or stems, renewing seats/springs, replacing the diverter, and installing fresh trim can stop leaks, improve temperature control, and extend service life with minimal disruption and cost.
Replacement is recommended when the valve is cracked, obsolete, leaking in the wall, or if you’re upgrading from older two-handle valves to modern pressure-balancing or thermostatic mixing valves for anti-scald protection. Typical repairs often fall in a lower price range than full replacements, while replacements vary based on access, finishes, and brand selection; we provide clear, upfront options before work begins.
A proven process for lasting, code-compliant results
We start with a thorough diagnosis, protecting your home with drop cloths and shoe covers. After shutting off water, we verify the valve type, check supply pressure, inspect the trim and escutcheon, and locate or create proper access. If access is limited, we make clean, minimal openings and can install an access panel when appropriate.
For repairs, we remove the trim, extract the cartridge or stems, clean and flush the valve body, descale or replace seats and springs, and install new OEM components. We set the anti-scald limit stop, test for smooth operation, verify balanced temperature with a thermometer, and ensure watertight seals before reassembling the trim.
When replacement is the best path, we install a new pressure-balancing or thermostatic valve at the correct rough-in depth, secure the body to solid blocking, and make neat, durable connections in copper, PEX, or CPVC. Wymore’s Plumbing Service has been in business since 1997, and we stand behind our workmanship with clear warranties and meticulous cleanup.
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Scheduling and Availability
Convenient, local appointments that fit your day
We offer responsive scheduling with same-day or next-day appointments across Orange County, and arrival windows designed to respect your time. Our service vehicles are stocked for most tub and shower valve repairs to minimize delays in Orange County.
Your technician will provide clear estimates, explain options, and complete code-compliant work that meets local standards in Orange County. We coordinate with you on access, wall repair solutions, and any finish upgrades so the project runs smoothly.
Ready to restore reliable temperature control and stop leaks? Contact Wymore’s Plumbing Service to book expert tub and shower valve repair or replacement anywhere in Orange County, and get dependable service from a team you can trust.
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