Shower valve replacement

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Shower valve replacement
Author: Wildduk (GA) Is it possible to replace a bathtub shower valve with access to it from the back. Not removing any tile up front??
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Re: Shower valve replacement
Author: PlumerDan (CA) You just need to see if the rough in and holes in the tile match..
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Re: Shower valve replacement
Author: Wildduk (GA) Ok thx. If the holes do line up I was just wondering how hard it would be to redo the plumbing. It's copper
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Re: Shower valve replacement
Author: hj (AZ) Every job will be different, so there is no "one way fits all" way to install it.
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Re: Shower valve replacement
Author: Wildduk (GA) Thx. And I know this is the million dollar question, but I just need a simple, but quality valve. Moen, Kohler, Delta....Any I should stay clear of... Thx
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Re: Shower valve replacement
Author: packy (MA) here is the 2 dollar answer to the million dollar question. those are all good valves. check the rough in/ finish dimension to see which one will match up best with how deep it sets into the wall. if one lines up nicely, you just need a couple of 90's and a few slip couplings.
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