Why You Should Replace Your Shower and Tub Valves

It takes more than fresh grout or marble tiles to ensure the perfect shower experience. Fresh grout and tiles are not enough to guarantee the ideal shower experience. For this reason, when remodeling your bathroom, you have to consider whether or not you should replace your shower and tub valves to ensure everything about your shower will be working properly. Even if your current shower appears to be working fine, new shower and tub valves could still enhance your morning routine and make your every shower more enjoyable.

Here are other reasons to call your trusted plumber to replace your shower and tub valves:

1. Increased Water Pressure

Whether you have a stand-alone shower or bathtub, or you have both a shower and bathtub, replacing the valves could help you enjoy even more water pressure. If you have low water pressure, you may not even realize there is an issue. The showerhead will still work, and you'll get the water you expect. However, the water pressure might be hampering the shower experience, and you aren't even aware. For example, low water pressure could prevent you from achieving a comfortable experience during your shower.

2. Better Performance

Sometimes, shower and tub valves are installed when the house is built. They are rarely replaced unless there is a problem. However, the valves could be affected by the passage of time and might need replacing. For example, the finish on the shower and tub valves could wear down, causing the valves to leak. Over time, the finish may wear away, and you might want to consider replacing the valves with new ones.

3. Water Damage

The most obvious reason to replace your shower and tub valves is possible water damage. An older valve might not be able to handle your hot water pressure or the amount of hot water you use. If you are experiencing a water damage issue, it might be best to replace the valve and prevent further damage.

4. Save Money

When you replace the shower and tub valves, you can potentially save money on energy bills and repair costs later on down the road. The valves can increase your water pressure and the hot water pressure. This means you can turn it down to make the water hotter when you are in the shower, but you can also save a lot of money on your energy bills in the long run.

5. Water Efficiency

You can also save money on water bills. Meanwhile, you also help with water efficiency. By replacing the shower and tub valves, you can save water and help the environment, too.

Your Options for a New Shower Valve

When you think about replacing the shower and tub valves, you also want to consider which type of valve you choose. There are five main options:

Conclusion

In summary, it is time to consider whether or not you should upgrade your shower and tub valves. This is especially important when you are planning a bathroom remodel. However, if you are not doing a bathroom remodel, you may still want to consider upgrading your shower and tub valves especially if you always have to call for a shower repair. Replacing the shower and tub valves can improve your shower experience and help you save on water and energy costs down the road.

Millennial Plumbing & Tankless is the company to call for reliable plumbing solutions in all of Metro Atlanta. Whether a shower and tub valve replacement or a huge repair, our team of pros can handle your project efficiently. Contact us today to find out more about our services!