What people keep running into with shower installation
Complaints tagged shower installation, each raised by more than one person. One-off posts are not included.
4 recurring problems · 15 people · 1 forum we read
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- 9How to fix an off-center toilet drain during a remodelAn off-center toilet drain caused by miscalculated measurements can be corrected using an in-pipe cutoff saw and an offset flange. This allows you to adjust the pipe position without tearing up the subfloor or failing plumbing layout constraints.
- 2Why is my apartment shower too hot and low pressure?Apartment residents often lack access to main water heaters and plumbing controls, leaving them unable to fix showers that run too hot or lack proper pressure. This prevents renters from correcting faulty installations or balancing temperature discrepancies between the shower and kitchen sinks.
- 2How to keep a tub spout drop ear from wigglingTub spouts can wiggle in and out if the drop ear is not properly anchored behind the wall. Securing the drop ear with a solid piece of blocking prevents movement that can stress the plumbing connections and lead to leaks.
- 2Can you wrench a shower arm past a dry fit position to align it?When installing a shower arm with tape and pipe dope, forcing the fitting past a partial dry-fit position risks thread damage or leaks. People worry about how many degrees they can safely turn the threads once finger tight to get the arm to point straight down.
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