Replacing a shower cartridge

Question

How easy is it to replace a shower cartridge? Is possible to DIY or do I need to call a plumber?

Darren · Answer

I would always call a plumber as ,the water needs to be turned of and the cartridge  isnt as simple as you might think and if not put back the same way will cause leaks and shower not to work

Dean · Answer

No not really it's pretty straight forward but read instructions some are pre set for temperature and some need adjusting to temperature always put a coat of grase such as Vaseline  a thin coat on the valve .
Just be careful  I don't know what system you have but some cartridges are more expensive than the system itself 
Regards
Dean
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Niall · Answer

I'd personally recommend calling a plumber unless you feel that your competent to carry it out, but remember water can do a lot of damage

Michael · Answer

Hi, this all depends on the accessibility of the mixer valve. Easier in a wall mounted unit than a reassessed one.
Some models are easier than others to replace.
As long as you make sure that both hot and cold water supplies to mixer valve are isolated first.

Shaun · Answer

It depends on your level of DIY skills plenty of videos about but if the pipework is hidden so you wouldn't spot a leak the potential damage could far outweigh the cost of just getting a plumber in

Dean · Answer

I would say use a plumber it can be a bit of a job tbh

Patrick · Answer

Any decent DIY person could do this. It’s a fairly straightforward job. It may just need the filters cleaned. (With someone else’s toothbrush:-) )

Am · Answer

If you don’t have experience do not take the risk as you may end up having to pay more than what the job currently Is .

Zoltan · Answer

For someone who has the knowledge and experience  might be easy. But even then sometimes difficulties may appear. I would highly reccomend to use a plumber to complete the  job safely  and properly.

Naikullah · Answer

I would advise getting a plumber as you'd need specific tools and knowledge to identify the type of cartridge installed and sourcing it.

Replacing a shower cartridge

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