How can I tell how old my Moen shower valve is?

Typically, “Moen” will be written in the middle of the “Hot” and “Cold” buttons. If you do not see this, the handle buttons have been replaced, or the “Hot/Cold” button is a lever (wall escutcheon).

How long do Moen valves last?

The system has expensive cartridges, they cost about $30 (2014) to replace, but they last a long time — 20 to 30 years. It’s not a bad deal, and unlike modern ceramic faucets, Moen still makes the same part to put into valve bodies made 40 years ago!

What happens when a shower cartridge goes bad?

If the cartridge wears out, your shower valve won’t function properly. (Indicated by leaking or seeping water.) The rubber rings and parts around the shower valve may need to be replaced, as these shower components are susceptible to breaking, corrosion, or dry-rot.

Where can I buy Moen shower head parts?

Replacement parts, filters, cartridges and accessories are just a click away. Genuine Moen parts are designed to extend the life of your faucets. Your Moen faucet or shower head may also work with specialized parts and accessories for optimal performance. For service and support call 1-800-BUY-MOEN

Where is the series number on a Moen water spout?

The series number may be stamped on the back side of the spout, near the base where it swivels on the sink. If you point your spout aerator (where the water comes out) so that it is facing the 3 o’clock position, the series number should be located on the opposite side at the 9 o’clock position.

What kind of technology does a Moen faucet use?

Touchless smart technology now enhances 11 popular Moen collections. A CES ® 2021 Innovation Awards Honoree, the U by Moen Smart Faucet offers convenience, precision and intuitive touchless and voice-activation technology to help complete tasks in the kitchen, while also offering a myriad of style options to suit almost any design aesthetic.

How can you tell when Moen parts need to be replaced?

The best way to figure out what replacement part or accessory you need is if you know the “Model Number” of your Moen product. Once you know this, the replacement part or accessory can be identified using the product’s “Exploded Parts View” pdf document that can be found on the product’s website page.

What kind of Moen do I need for my shower?

How to identify which cartridge your Moen one, two or three handle bathroom tub and/or shower uses by handle operation and color images of the various cartridges. The guide below will help to identify which Moen cartridge your shower uses.

The series number may be stamped on the back side of the spout, near the base where it swivels on the sink. If you point your spout aerator (where the water comes out) so that it is facing the 3 o’clock position, the series number should be located on the opposite side at the 9 o’clock position.

How do you turn off a Moen cartridge in a shower?

The guide below will help to identify which Moen cartridge your shower uses. Preparation: The water supply shut off valves must be turned off- see article How to Turn Off the Water Supply to the Faucet. Pull out to turn on. Push in to shut off. Rotate for hot and cold.

What kind of parts do Moen faucets use?

Replacement parts, filters, cartridges and accessories are just a click away. Genuine Moen parts are designed to extend the life of your faucets. Your Moen faucet or shower head may also work with specialized parts and accessories for optimal performance.