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Bathtub Troubleshooting & Repair Guides

Find the closest bathtub plumbing symptom and open the guide that matches what is happening before you take things apart or replace parts.

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Find your bathtub problem

Start with the symptom you can see. If water is active, shut it off first, then use the guide that matches the first thing that went wrong.

Drains and holding water

Bathtub not draining

Bath water drains slowly or not at all.

Bathtub slow drain after bath

The tub drains sluggishly after use.

Bathtub not holding water

Water leaks out even with the stopper closed.

Leaks and overflow

Bathtub leaking

Water appears around or below the tub.

Bathtub drain leaking through ceiling

Water appears below the tub drain area.

Overflow gasket leaking

Water leaks at the overflow when the tub is full.

Spout and diverter

Bathtub spout leaking

The tub spout drips or leaks.

Tub spout diverter stuck

The diverter will not switch flow properly.

Shower diverter leaks

Water leaks or splits between tub and shower.

Temperature and pressure

Bathtub no hot water

The tub does not get hot water.

Bathtub hot then cold water

Temperature changes during filling or showering.

Bathtub water pressure low

Tub flow is weaker than normal.

Surface and movement

Bathtub surface cracked

The tub surface is cracked or damaged.

Bathtub moves when stepping in

The tub shifts, flexes, or creaks under weight.

Bathtub water not shutting off

Water keeps running after the handle is closed.

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Sump Pump

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Well Pump / Pressure Tank

Well Pump / Pressure Tank

Water Pressure

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Shutoff Valves

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Frozen Pipes

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Sink Components

Sink Components

Pipes / Fittings

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