How can I fix a persistent dripping issue with my shower handle and hose despite replacing the cartridge and shower head?
Asked by Sean Mckinney 
1 month ago
Last Updated: October 21, 2024
Hey, so our shower handle was acting up – it suddenly became really tough to turn, and then it wouldn’t shut off properly. I ended up replacing the cartridge inside the handle, and that seemed to solve that issue. But now, when the shower is turned off, we’ve got a drip coming from the hose that I’ve marked. I tried getting a new shower head and hose, but the drip is still there. Any thoughts on what could be causing this?
Is the gasket new or is it already inside?
I think said the hose had new gaskets and the carburetor had an o-ring.
My advice is to carefully disassemble it and then reassemble it in order to locate and fix the leak.
Have you remembered to include plumber’s tape?
Did switch to the new hose?
Apply some Teflon tape.
The shower hose instructions specifically advise against using tape.
Did you use a wrench to tighten it? Make sure not to over-tighten.
Did you try tightening it by hand first, but it’s still leaking? You might need to use a wrench. Is it normal for the hose to not be fully attached and still dripping? I would assume not.
Hey Darren, how about the pipe that’s coming out of the wall? Are the threads on that one all messed up? It should be smooth.
I recommend returning the new hose and getting a replacement. There seems to be a poor quality o-ring rubber inside.
My old printer still leaked even after I replaced the cartridge.
I’m not sure where you bought it, but I’ve noticed online items usually claim they don’t require tape. However, if your pipes aren’t new, they might need it.
Only hand tighten the nut. It’s possible that the rubber got pushed into the pipe outlet.
: I began by tightening it by hand, but it still leaked, so I had to use a wrench.
Hey , it could still be too tight. Try taking it off, wrapping the threads with Teflon (about 6 times if it’s white), then reinstalling it by hand. Also, check for micro-cracks in the nut. Plastic pieces tend to crack. It shouldn’t be overly tight; the rubber should create a seal.
The hoses have a built-in vacuum breaker, so there’s nothing to fix. They might just be leaking.
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Based on the video, it appears to be a cartridge issue. Just wanted to let you know that a vacuum breaker is included in the hose.
It seems like there’s still an issue with the cartridge. It could be due to dirt in the shower valve or a faulty cartridge. You can try flushing out the valve and testing it again. If the problem persists, consider exchanging the cartridge for a new one.