Low water pressure in the shower is often caused by a clogged shower head. This is mostly due to debris and minerals deposits especially calcium blocking the fine nozzles of the shower head. To clean a shower head, disconnect it from the shower arm and immerse it in a bowl full off equal parts water … Read more
The high humidity, presence of organic matter, and poor ventilation is the reason why mold grows easily on the bathroom caulk. While getting rid of the mold is the first step, you need to make sure that the mold will not grow again. The following are the steps to follow to remove mold from shower … Read more
If the water pressure in the rest of your house is good (40 to 60 psi) apart from the shower, you have a problem affecting just the shower head and perhaps its faucet as well. So, what causes low water pressure in the shower? Low water pressure in the shower is caused by a clogged … Read more
Is there a pungent sewer/rotten eggs smell coming from your shower drain? Does it come immediately after draining the bathtub, flushing the toilet or it is constantly there? You should never ignore a sewer gas smell in your bathroom. In most cases it is the telltale sign of a bigger underlying problem. In some instances … Read more
Water leaking through the ceiling after taking a shower can be a concerning issue that requires prompt attention. Here’s a summary of the common causes and solutions for this problem: Causes Solutions 1. Loose Shower Arm A shower arm is the horizontal (often curved) pipe from the wall where the shower head is connected to. … Read more
Most homeowners will from time to time experience lack of hot water in the shower but rarely is there no cold water. But it happens. Causes of No Cold Water in the Shower and Solutions: A Brief Summary Causes: Solutions How to Fix a Shower without Cold Water As I have mentioned above, if you … Read more
Causes and Solutions to Shower Squealing/Whistling: A Brief Summary Causes Solutions How to Stop a Squealing/Squeaking Shower As we have already established, a squealing shower can be caused by a couple of faulty parts. I have found out that the best way to troubleshoot and fix the problem is by checking one thing at a … Read more
Think about all the water pipes exiting through walls in your house? Imagine there was no way of hiding the ugly hole through which the pipes come out from. That is where an escutcheon comes in. An escutcheon is a piece of plate or ring usually made of metal that is used to cover the … Read more
Causes and Solutions to a Stuck Shower Head: A Brief Summary Causes Solutions How to Remove a Stuck Shower Head While installing a shower head, Teflon tape is applied on the shower arm’s threads to make the connection watertight. While you don’t need to make the connection crazy tight, such is unavoidable especially when repairs … Read more
Replacing a shower arm is a straightforward DIY task that can improve the functionality and appearance of your shower. Here’s a summarized guide on how to do it: Materials Needed: Steps: Types of Shower Arms Before replacing your old shower arm with a new one, you should first buy a good replacement. As I have … Read more