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can't get the water temperature right in my shower
Author: c-lab (CA) This problem started when I had someone replace the water heater but I do not know how to fix it. I cannot seem to get a water temperature I am comfortable with. It either runs too cold or too hot. I just watched a video on how to replace the trimmings but I do not think this will solve it. Do you have any suggestions?
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Re: can't get the water temperature right in my shower
Author: bernabeu (SC) ? complain to the person who initiated the symptom ? ? hire an actual plumber ? ! there are soooooo many possibilities ! ============================================== "Measure Twice & Cut Once" - Retired U.A. Local 1 & 638
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Re: can't get the water temperature right in my shower
Author: packy (MA) do not replace anything until you first flush it out to get rid of any possible debris. turn the water of, remove the innards, inspect them for debris, clean as needed, turn water back on with innards removed to flush inside of valve, put it all back together to see if this helps.
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Re: can't get the water temperature right in my shower
Author: c-lab (CA) I will try that.
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Re: can't get the water temperature right in my shower
Author: bondrey102 (NJ) Binding balance valve on a Moen??? Needs cleaning. Bernie
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