A shower that drips constantly, won't reach the right temperature, or leaks behind the wall needs more than a quick fix. Downing Plumbing repairs shower valves and cartridges throughout Lake, Porter, and LaPorte County.
SHOWER VALVE REPAIR
The shower valve is the mechanical heart of your shower — it controls both flow and temperature mixing. Most modern showers use a pressure-balance valve (single-handle, anti-scald) or a thermostatic valve (temperature control separate from volume control). Inside every shower valve is a cartridge that wears over time, leading to drips from the shower head when off, temperature that won't reach hot enough, handles that are hard to turn, or leaks behind the wall.
A dripping shower head when the valve is off is almost always a worn cartridge — the internal seals no longer hold pressure when the handle is closed. Temperature problems — where the shower won't get as hot as it used to, or suddenly runs cold — indicate a cartridge that's worn or a pressure-balance unit that needs servicing. Leaks behind the wall are more serious: water is bypassing the valve body seals and running into the wall cavity, which can cause structural damage and mold over time.
Downing Plumbing replaces shower cartridges and repairs shower valves for all major brands including Moen, Delta, Kohler, American Standard, and Price Pfister. We carry common cartridges on the truck — most shower valve repairs are same-day.
WHAT WE FIX
Every shower valve problem — from a dripping head to a leaking wall — diagnosed and repaired correctly.
Downing Plumbing fixes shower valves throughout Northwest Indiana — most repairs same day with parts on the truck.
HOW IT WORKS
Identify the valve type, source the correct cartridge, and repair it properly — no damage to tile, no call-back.
We identify the valve brand and model — essential for sourcing the correct replacement cartridge before disassembly.
We shut off water at the dedicated shower valve stops or main shutoff, remove the handle and trim, and access the cartridge without damaging surrounding tile or grout.
We extract and replace the worn cartridge, including any O-rings or seals in the valve body, using the manufacturer-correct part.
We restore water, test the full temperature range, verify no drip from the shower head when off, and check for any signs of valve body leaks.
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Whether you need drain cleaning, sewer repair, water heater service, sump pump repairs, or emergency plumbing help, Downing Plumbing is ready to help.
