Where is the model number on a shower valve?

Exact model numbers can be found on your box or on your instruction sheet. If unavailable, you may find the general family series number on the back of the spout (non pullout).

What is the cost to replace a shower valve?

The average cost to replace a shower valve is $310 if you hire a plumber to replace the stem and internal parts. An entire shower valve replacement costs are closer to $540 installed, on average, which includes removing the old broken valve, the cost of the new valve, as well as any other parts and labor costs.

How can I identify the model number of my shower valve?

To identify the model number of your shower valve, first remove the trim, or handle and decorative plate. This allows you to expose the valve for proper identification. For assistance with removing the trim, refer to “Identify and Remove Single-Control Bath and Shower Trim”.

Can you use an off brand shower valve?

Yes. Due to the way that shower faucets are designed, you cannot use an off-brand cartridge valve. If you try, you’re going to find out that it won’t fit and you’ll need to return it. (No, it has nothing to do with your shower dimensions.

How to determine the shower faucet type Hunker?

Assess the faucet and determine how many handles it has. If it is has two handles, it is a double-handle faucet. If it has one handle, it is a single-handle faucet. If the faucet has three handles, it is a rare three-handle model. If there are no handles but a series of buttons on a large panel, the faucet is a panel shower.

What are the different types of shower valves?

Mixing Valves A traditional type of shower valve is the mixing valve, designed to draw water to the shower head from the hot and cold taps. Mixing valves are primarily found in older houses and are less popular in newer builds.

To identify the model number of your shower valve, first remove the trim, or handle and decorative plate. This allows you to expose the valve for proper identification. For assistance with removing the trim, refer to “Identify and Remove Single-Control Bath and Shower Trim”.

Assess the faucet and determine how many handles it has. If it is has two handles, it is a double-handle faucet. If it has one handle, it is a single-handle faucet. If the faucet has three handles, it is a rare three-handle model. If there are no handles but a series of buttons on a large panel, the faucet is a panel shower.

Yes. Due to the way that shower faucets are designed, you cannot use an off-brand cartridge valve. If you try, you’re going to find out that it won’t fit and you’ll need to return it. (No, it has nothing to do with your shower dimensions.

How can I find out which Moen valve I Need?

The right cartridge valve depends on what year you bought your shower as well as the model number of the shower faucet. Moen has a site and a tool that can help you determine which valve you need, if you are unable to find out which cartridge valve is the correct one for you. It’s easy to see why buying a cartridge valve can be a daunting task.