Do I call a plumber or do you think a handyman could do this for me??
-
Ricardo B on Feb 17, 2012Plumber! The handyman can do the work of getting to the plumbing hardware, but the plumber is the expert as to the problem and then fix it. Sounds like a diverter valve issue. It's pressure that makes the water run upward to the shower head against the forces of gravity. The "diverter" uses that same water pressure to direct the water between the tub fauset and the shower head. Normal wear and sediment building up sometimes makes it malfunction. A dollar to a doughnut says that's the issue. The fix is... a new diverter valve.Helpful Reply
-
-
KMS Woodworks on Feb 17, 2012is this a three handle shower ( hot, cold, diverter) or a single mix valve with a "divert" at the tub spout?. if this is a tub spout divert, replacing just the spout my do the trick...this could be a diy or handy type fix. if the problem is more in the first group then a cartridge kit for the divert valve may be needed...this may best be served by a plumber.Helpful Reply
-
-
Woodbridge Environmental Tiptophouse.com on Feb 17, 2012It sounds as though the diverter valve has a damaged washer. The diverter valve is much like the faucet, but has two positions. When it is open to allow the water out of the tub, the washer seals off the shower head side. And when your looking for shower it shuts off the tub. When the washer dries out and cracks it ends up leaking and not allowing the water to flow out of the shower head. This can be fixed simply by removing the faucet handle, then the wall plate. Under that is two nuts. A small one that seals the packing nut so water does not come out of the faucet stem. The larger one removed the entire assembly. That is the one you want to take off. Remove that and the entire faucet will come out. Take that to your local plumbing supply, not big box store type, but a plumbing supply store and they can give you the parts to fix this. The main water does not even have to be off when doing this.Helpful Reply
-
-
E S on Feb 22, 2012Thanks everyone. I'm calling a plumber to come look at it. And it is the three knobs, one for hot, another cold, and the third in the middle for the diverter. I'll let you know how it goes.Helpful Reply
-
Related Discussions
My shower is leaking. Do I call a plumber or tile person?
Small bar/countertop area - I hate it and want to lower, what do you think?
This bar area is pretty much useless and my kitchen is small and I feel like it "cuts off" the kitchen visually and doesn't make it appear open at all. Its usually n... See more
How do I get rid of moles, voles and chipmunks?
They dig holes, have tunnels and throw dirt all over. how can I get rid of chipmunks, voles, and moles with natural easy to find ingredients?
What are your thoughts on painted brick: yay or nay?
Painting bricks can completely transform the appearance of a home, giving it a fresh, modern look or adding a pop of color to an otherwise plain facade.On the other h... See more
Where can i find natural flat stones for free to lay a pathway
How do I get rid of these bugs? They have invaded the outside of house
This is the best picture I have at the moment. It has orange markings on the top of the body. The outside of my house is covered with them. Can you please tell me wha... See more
How to get rid of bug infestation in my dry pasta packages
Very small black or dark bugs in pantry, unopened cellophane wrapped or paper packages. Can you identify and advice?