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peerless shower leak

Author: dung1979 (NC)

Hi, I have issue with my shower, it's been leaking and I order the cartridge valve for it but unfortunately it wasn't the right one. I have place the order for another one and it won't be here for 14 days. I just want to know if there is a way the cap the shower off so that way i can still use the water in the house. Right now I have to turn water off to the house. Any advice its greatly appreciate.

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Re: peerless shower leak
Author: steve (CA) Depending on the type of shower head you have, a shut-off valve could be installed between the head and arm. Most of these valves don't completely shut off the water, but some do.
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Re: peerless shower leak
Author: packy (MA) one potential problem with capping off a leaking shower is you create a cross-connection. so the hot MAY (i emphasize) MAY cross over into the cold and you will get hot at some cold faucets. but you won't know until you try.
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Re: peerless shower leak
Author: dung1979 (NC) Thank you for your help. Have a good day Edited 1 times.
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