Changing Tub Valve Stem

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Changing tub valve stem.

Odds are you ll just have to take it back. Begin by using a flat head screwdriver to pry off the handle s plastic cover also called the plastic insert or index. How to repair a delta tub shower valve. Thanks for watching.

Lubricate the parts with special plumber s grease. Using needlenose pliers remove the valve clip and pull the valve out of the wall. How to fix a leaky tub faucet stem 1. See below for a shopping list tool.

If you can t find a valve that is dedicated to the bathroom turn off the main. A shows the bathtub plumbing faucet stem replacement parts and how to prepare the stem for reinstallation. Bring this part to your local hardware or plumbing supply store to buy a replacement. This old house plumbing and heating expert richard trethewey fixes a faulty shower valve with new valve stems and seats.

Turn off the water to the bathtub. Remove the screw holding the handle in place then pull the handle free of the valve stem. To replace a shower valve start by unscrewing the shower handle and trim plate so you can remove them. This video provides complete instructions on how to repair a malfunctionin.

You may need a faucet handle puller if the handle will not come. You will not know what kind of stem you need prior to taking the faucet apart so do not buy it in advance. By hand unscrew and remove the escutcheon to expose the stem. Wiggle the handle and pull it off.

Diy bathtub faucet repair fixing a leaking dripping faucet yourself without paying a plumber. Unscrew the handle screw with a flathead or phillips head screwdriver as needed. Unscrew the faucet handles with a phillips screwdriver. Use a pocketknife to pry off the small round index cover from the shower s hot water faucet handle.

Using a valve stem wrench or channel locks remove the stem. If you re working on a two handled faucet we recommend replacing the washers and seats in both the hot and cold valves. First unscrew the packing nut. Pop the caps off the faucet handles with a slot screwdriver.