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Shower Valve Repair and Replacement in Orlando, FL
Tell us what is happening. We will find the cause, explain your options, and handle shower valve repair and replacement with care.
65+ years serving Central Florida
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Service Overview
Shower Valve Repair and Replacement With Clear Answers Before Work Begins
Your shower valve controls water flow, temperature, and pressure — and when it starts to fail, the symptoms range from mildly inconvenient to genuinely disruptive. A dripping showerhead that won't stop, water that scalds or runs cold unexpectedly, or a handle that spins without changing anything are all signs that the valve or its internal cartridge needs attention. Ignoring these problems wastes water, drives up your utility bill, and can eventually lead to water damage inside your walls.
Lapin Services has been repairing and replacing shower valves for Central Florida homeowners since 1958. Our licensed plumbing technicians work on all types of shower valves — single-handle, dual-handle, pressure-balancing, and thermostatic — and carry the parts needed to handle most repairs in a single visit. We diagnose the real problem, give you your options, and get your shower working properly again.
Problems We Solve
Common Shower Valve Repair and Replacement Problems We Fix
You do not have to diagnose the problem yourself. These are common issues we help confirm, explain, and repair.
Worn or Failing Cartridge
Most modern shower valves use a replaceable cartridge to control water flow and temperature. Over years of use — especially in Central Florida's mineral-rich water — cartridges wear out and need to be replaced to restore proper function.
Mineral Buildup on the Valve Seat
Calcium and mineral deposits from hard water accumulate on valve seats and O-rings over time, preventing components from seating properly and causing drips even when the valve is fully closed.
Damaged O-Rings or Seals
Rubber O-rings and seals inside the valve body degrade with age and heat exposure. When they fail, water leaks through the valve body itself — sometimes showing up as dripping behind the wall, not just at the showerhead.
Failed Pressure-Balancing Valve
A pressure-balancing valve is designed to prevent sudden temperature spikes when a toilet flushes or another fixture runs. When this valve fails, your shower can go from comfortable to scalding without warning.
Broken or Stripped Handle
Shower handles can crack, strip, or become disconnected from the cartridge stem over time. A handle that spins loosely or doesn't change the water temperature or flow needs to be assessed to determine whether it's the handle or the valve underneath.
When to Call
Signs Your Plumbing System Needs Professional Attention
If you notice any of these signs, call Lapin. We will find the cause and explain what needs to happen next.
Showerhead Drips When Off
A showerhead that continues to drip after the valve is closed almost always means the cartridge or valve seat is worn and no longer sealing properly — and that drip is wasting water and money every single day.
Water Temperature Won't Stay Consistent
If your shower suddenly goes hot or cold without you touching the handle, or if you can't find a comfortable temperature at all, the pressure-balancing or thermostatic valve is likely failing.
Handle Is Loose or Difficult to Turn
A handle that requires excessive force, spins without effect, or feels loose may have a stripped stem, a failing cartridge, or a mechanical problem inside the valve body that needs professional diagnosis.
Water Leaks Around the Handle
Water seeping from around the base of the shower handle — not just the showerhead — indicates a failed O-ring or seal inside the valve body, which can lead to water damage inside the wall if not repaired.
Reduced Water Pressure From Shower
If your shower pressure has dropped noticeably and cleaning the showerhead didn't help, mineral buildup inside the valve or a partially closed valve component may be restricting flow.
Our Process
What to Expect From Your Shower Valve Repair and Replacement Visit
Tell us what is happening. We arrive prepared, explain the work clearly, and give clear pricing before work begins.
Step 1
Tell Us What Is Happening
Call or request service. You do not have to know exactly what failed; describe what you see, smell, hear, or need done.
Step 2
We Find the Cause
A Lapin technician or crew checks the issue, reviews the project, and explains what needs to be done in plain language.
Step 3
You Approve the Work
You get clear pricing and options before work begins, so you can make a confident decision.
Step 4
We Handle It With Care
We complete the approved work, respect your home, business, or jobsite, and keep you informed.
Step 5
We Stand Behind the Job
Before we leave, we confirm the work, answer questions, and make sure you know what to expect next.
Why Lapin
Why Central Florida Chooses Lapin for Shower Valve Repair and Replacement
Our name is on every job. We respect your time, budget, property, and trust.
65+ Years of Plumbing Expertise
Lapin has served Central Florida since 1958. Our name is on every job, and we do the work in a way we can stand behind.
Clear Communication
We explain what we find, what it means, and what your options are before work begins.
Respect for Your Property
We protect the home, business, property, or jobsite and treat people the way we would want to be treated.
The Right Team for the Work
We handle plumbing, septic, drains, sewer, underground utilities, commercial service, and serious project work.
Care When It Matters
Every call affects a family, tenant, customer, business, property, or project. We do not take that lightly.
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FAQs
Shower Valve Repair and Replacement FAQs
What's the difference between repairing and replacing a shower valve?
Most shower valve problems can be resolved by replacing the internal cartridge or seals rather than the entire valve — which is faster and less expensive. If the valve body itself is cracked or corroded, a full replacement makes more sense, and we’ll tell you which is the right call.
How long does a shower valve repair take?
Most shower valve cartridge replacements or seal repairs are completed in one to two hours. A full valve replacement may take longer depending on access to the wall and the existing plumbing configuration.
Will you need to open the wall to repair my shower valve?
Most cartridge and seal repairs are done through the valve access from the shower side — no wall opening required. If the valve body itself needs replacement and there’s no access panel, some tile or wall work may be necessary, and we’ll discuss that with you in advance.
My shower gets very hot when someone flushes a toilet — is that a valve problem?
Yes — that’s a classic sign of a failed or aging pressure-balancing valve. It’s designed specifically to prevent those temperature surges and it can be repaired or replaced by our technicians.
Can I just replace the shower handle myself?
You can replace a handle, but if the problem is with the valve or cartridge beneath it, changing the handle won’t fix the underlying issue. If the handle is the only problem, it’s a straightforward fix — but we can confirm the root cause first.
How much does shower valve repair cost in Orlando?
The cost depends on the type of valve, the repair needed, and parts required. We provide upfront pricing after diagnosis — you’ll know exactly what it costs before we start.
My shower drips from the showerhead all night — how much water is that wasting?
A showerhead dripping at just 10 drops per minute wastes more than 500 gallons of water a year. Getting the valve repaired is an easy way to cut your water bill and stop the waste.
Do you work on all brands of shower valves?
Yes — our technicians are experienced with all major brands including Moen, Delta, Kohler, American Standard, and Price Pfister. We stock commonly needed cartridges and parts on our trucks to minimize delays.
Schedule Service
Tell Us What Is Happening
Call Lapin or request service. We will get the right team moving, explain your options, and handle the work with care.