If water keeps dribbling from the tub spout while the shower runs, the diverter is failing. Here is what Wilmington homeowners should know.
What the diverter does
The diverter is the valve that routes water up to the showerhead instead of out the tub spout. On many tubs it lives right in the spout and is operated by pulling up a knob.
The telltale sign
A steady leak from the spout during a shower means the diverter is not sealing. You lose pressure at the showerhead and waste water at the same time.
The spout fix
On a spout diverter, the fix is often just replacing the tub spout itself, which threads on or is held by a set screw. Match the style and the pipe connection before buying.
The in-wall version
Some diverters are in the wall behind the handle, which is a bigger job. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Wilmington homes with tiled surrounds, a pro can often work through the valve opening.
Restore the shower
A strong, steady shower is worth the small fix. Call 888-217-3585 and Wilmington, DE Plumbing Pros will match you with a Wilmington pro for the repair.
Plumbing in Wilmington: what to know
In Wilmington, freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes. Pros in our network know the local quirks and bring the right parts on the first visit.
Across New Castle County — from Elsmere, Penns Grove and New Castle to ZIP codes like 19801, 19802, 19809 — homeowners deal with the same kinds of issues. The tips above apply locally, and when a job goes beyond a quick fix, a vetted local pro is only a call away.
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