Shower head and valve repair in Monterey Park
Weak or uneven spray is usually hard-water scale in the head. A shower that drips after you turn it off, or gets too hot or cold, usually needs a new valve cartridge. I clean or replace heads, and I swap cartridges through the trim plate without opening the wall.
- Typical range
- $50–$150per head, clean and new washers confirm
- Time on site
- 30–60 mintypical confirm
- Visits
- Usually one confirm
- Quote
- Before I startprice first, then the work
What I fix
- Cleaning or replacing fixed, handheld, and rain shower heads
- Fixing leaks at the shower arm
- Replacing worn valve cartridges and stems
- New trim kits and handles that match your valve brand
- Adding a handheld or a diverter on the existing arm
Problems I see most
- Scale clogs spray nozzles, so pressure drops at the head even though the pipes are fine.
- Cartridges wear out, so the shower drips or the temperature drifts.
- Old trim plates and handles crack or no longer turn smoothly.
Something else going on? Text me a photo and I'll take a look.
How a visit works
- Call or text a photo. Tell me what's wrong and your ZIP code.
- You get a price first. Most shower heads and valves jobs I can price from a photo. If I need to see it, I'll say so.
- The visit. Time on site: 30–60 min. Visits: usually one. confirm
- Parts and cleanup. If parts are needed, you approve the cost before I buy them, and I clean up the work area. confirm
What to have ready
- A photo of the shower head, handle, and trim plate
- The brand name if it's printed on the trim (Moen, Delta, and so on)
- The new shower head, if you bought one
- Whether the main or bathroom shutoff works
Photos
Get a price
Show the shower heads and valves job with something for scale. I'll reply with a price before any work starts.
What customers said on Yelp
All reviewsRick was very professional. My toilet wasn't flushing properly, and he was able to quickly diagnose and fix the issue. He also helped me replace my shower head and shower door during the same visit. In addition, he noticed that my bathroom lights were dimming and helped me replace them free of charge, all I had to do was provide the light bulbs.
Overall, he was in and out very fast and super efficient. He provided a very reasonable quote compared to others and was extremely nice and accommodating to my work schedule, which I really appreciated.
Thank you.
Great guy. Came when I needed him to replace the shower valve + cartridge since it was leaking. Honest guy and informs you all your options and what needs to be done. Will look forward to working with him more on other projects in the foreseeable future.
I contacted Rick to replace my shower valve. His prices were very fair. He is punctual and explained the entire process. The service call was positive. I will definately use Rick for all of my future plumbing service.
Copied word for word from Yelp.
Shower heads and valves questions
Something else? Call or text and ask.
Why is my shower pressure weak?
If it's only the shower, the head is usually clogged with scale. Cleaning or replacing it fixes most cases. If the whole house is weak, the cause is elsewhere.
My shower drips after I turn it off. What's wrong?
The valve cartridge or washers are worn. On most single-handle showers I can replace the cartridge through the trim plate without touching the tile.
Can you fix a dripping shower valve?
Usually, yes. A drip or a stiff handle is most often the cartridge. I match the brand, swap the cartridge, and reset the handle and trim.
Can I switch to a handheld or rain head?
Usually yes, on the existing arm. A rain head may need a longer or angled arm, which is a simple add.
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- Contact me about this jobCall, text, or send a request with a photo.
Often booked with this job: caulking and regrouting.
From the blog: How to unclog a slow sink or shower drain.
Need shower heads and valves?
Text a photo of the job with something for scale, and I'll reply with a price. Or call and tell me about it.
Monday through Saturday, 8:30 AM to 7 PM. Closed Sunday. Monterey Park and nearby San Gabriel Valley cities.