Shower or Tub Install, Done Right the First Time

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Mixing valve repair, full shower or tub replacement, low-pressure fixes, anti-scald upgrades. Coordinate with tile or surround work; pressure-test before close-up.

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Mixing Valve Replacement

Behind-wall valve body change; most common reason for "no hot water in shower only" or temperature swings.

Trim Kit Update

New handle, escutcheon, and showerhead. No wall opening required for matching-brand trim swaps.

Full Shower Replacement

Tile or surround, valve, drain, supply lines. Coordinate with tile setter or surround installer as needed.

Tub Replacement

Pull old tub, prep subfloor, install new tub, repair drain assembly, leak-test before surround goes up.

Anti-Scald (Pressure-Balance) Install

Most jurisdictions now require pressure-balance valves. Stops the cold-shower-when-someone-flushes problem.

Low Pressure Fix

Mineral buildup in the showerhead or valve, partially closed shutoff, or a failing PRV. Diagnose before parts.

Simple, Transparent, Fast

From the moment you call to the moment we leave: no surprises, no hidden fees, no high-pressure upsells.

  1. 1

    Call Our Dispatcher

    A real dispatcher answers 24/7. Tell us the problem and we'll dispatch a local plumber.

  2. 2

    Upfront Written Quote

    Plumber arrives, diagnoses the issue, and gives you a firm price in writing, before any work starts.

  3. 3

    Approve & We Fix It

    You approve the price (or walk away, no obligation). Most jobs done in one visit.

  4. 4

    Wrap-Up & Walkthrough

    Before leaving, the plumber walks you through the repair and cleans up the workspace.

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Tell our dispatcher what's happening; they'll walk you through immediate steps (shut-off, containment) and dispatch a local plumber to your door.

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Why Shower Work Has to Be Tested Before Close-Up

Four discipline points on every shower and tub install.

Pressure-Test Before Tile or Surround

Once tile or surround goes up, finding a leak means tearing it out. Every valve and drain replacement gets pressure-tested under load BEFORE close-up; not after.

  • Hot + cold pressure under load
  • Drain flood-test before tile prep
  • Photos of dry assembly before close-up
Pre-close-up pressure test on a shower valve.

Match the Trim to the Valve

Trim kits are brand-and-model-specific. We match the new trim to the existing valve body where possible (avoiding wall demolition), or quote the full valve change when the manufacturer no longer supports the trim.

  • Match trim to existing valve when possible
  • No wall demo for matching swaps
  • Quote valve change only when justified
Trim kit + valve compatibility verified at the wall.

Prep the Subfloor for a Tub

A new tub on rotted subfloor squeaks, flexes, and eventually cracks the surround joint. Every tub replacement starts with subfloor inspection; repair quoted before install proceeds.

  • Subfloor inspected on tub-out
  • Rot patched before new tub set
  • Tub set on full mortar bed (not points)
Subfloor patched before the new tub goes in.

Coordinate With the Tile or Surround

Plumbing work and tile/surround work overlap at the valve, drain, and tub flange. We sequence the trades correctly so neither has to undo the other’s work.

  • Trade sequencing on full replacements
  • Inspection windows scheduled in order
  • Right hand-off to tile setter or installer
Coordinated install hand-off to the tile setter.

Shower & Tub FAQ

Common questions about valves, low pressure, full replacements, and what coordination is needed.

My shower temperature swings when someone flushes. Why?
You have a non-pressure-balance mixing valve. When cold-water demand drops elsewhere in the house, all the available cold gets diverted, leaving hot at the shower. The fix is a pressure-balance (or thermostatic) valve; modern code in most jurisdictions.
Can I replace the trim without opening the wall?
Often yes; if the new trim matches the existing valve manufacturer (matching-manufacturer, matching-manufacturer, etc.). Cross-brand trim swaps usually require a new valve body, which means opening the wall.
How much pressure should I have at the shower?
A healthy residential shower runs 40–60 PSI at the head. Below 30 feels weak; above 80 starts hammering pipes. We measure with a gauge before quoting any low-pressure repair.
How long does a tub replacement take?
Tub-only replacement (no tile work): 1 day. Full surround + tub: 2–3 days. Full tile shower replacement: 3–5 days including waterproofing cure time. We coordinate sequencing if multiple trades are involved.
Will my warranty cover the new shower/tub?
Manufacturer warranties on valve bodies typically run 5–10 years on parts (not labor). Our workmanship warranty covers the install for 1 year. We register your manufacturer warranty with the brand on every install.

Don't Live with a Plumbing Problem

Call now and we'll get a plumber to your door. Quote in writing before any work starts.

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