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Why Shower Diverters Fail in Bergen County
That little knob or button takes abuse. Pull it thousands of times, internal parts wear out. Add our hard water mineral buildup, and failure's guaranteed.
Diverter Problems We Fix Daily
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Water won't stay diverted to shower
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Tub spout drips during shower
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Can't get full pressure to shower head
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Diverter stuck in one position
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Handle pulls out completely
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Water coming from both simultaneously
Your diverter's probably 20+ years old. Original to your bathroom. Working harder than ever with modern high-flow shower heads. No wonder it's giving up.
What to Know Right Now (Before Installation)
Three Diverter Types
Tub spout diverter (pull-up knob), wall diverter (turn handle), shower valve diverter (single control). Each installs differently, costs differently.
Access Requirements
Wall diverters need inside-wall access. Might mean opening wall from behind. Tub spout diverters easiest. Plan for possibilities.
Matching Fixtures
Want everything matching? Bring photos of existing fixtures. We match finishes, styles. Or perfect time to upgrade everything.
Where Diverter Failures Cause Problems
Obvious Issues
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Weak shower pressure
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Water waste from dual flow
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Shower temperature fluctuations
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Tub filling during shower
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Can't use shower at all
Hidden Damage Happening
Water running down inside wall from bad diverter seal. Tub overflow working overtime. Higher water bills from constant leaking. Moisture damage you won't see for months.
Old Tappan customer had diverter leaking inside wall for year. Finally showed as ceiling stain below. $2,000 in repairs that $200 diverter replacement would've prevented.
Evaluation First
Test existing system. Maybe just needs adjustment or cleaning. No point replacing if cleaning fixes it. Honest assessment always.
Proper Part Selection
Universal doesn't mean fits all. We match exact specifications. Wrong part means comeback, unhappy customer. Get it right first time.
Clean, Professional Installation
Protect tub, tile, fixtures. Remove old carefully to avoid damage. Install new with proper sealing. Test thoroughly before leaving.
Tub Spout Diverter: $150-350
Easiest installation
No wall access needed
Quick replacement
Most common type
Wall Diverter Valve: $350-600
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Three-handle systems
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Some tile work possible
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Better flow control
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More durable
Complete Valve Upgrade: $600-1,200
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Modern single-handle control
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Pressure balancing included
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Temperature protection
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Best long-term solution
Why Bergen County Showers Need Better Diverters
Our old houses have original plumbing not designed for modern shower demands. High-pressure shower heads stress old diverters. Multiple shower users wear parts faster.
Westwood's 1960s homes still have original three-handle systems. Washington Township's builders used cheapest diverters possible. Emerson's hard water destroys everything faster. Different problems, same solution - quality replacement.
Modern Diverter Options
Thermostatic Controls
Set temperature once, stays perfect. No scalding when toilet flushes. Separate volume control. Luxury that's becoming standard.
Digital Controls
Push button operation. Multiple shower heads controlled independently. Preset temperatures. Pause function. Future is here.
Installed digital system in Hillsdale master bath. Controls rain head, body sprays, handheld separately. Phone app controls everything. Showering will never be same
Related Upgrades to Consider
Pressure Balancing Valve
Prevents scalding, maintains steady temperature. Required by code in new construction. Smart upgrade during diverter work.
Shower Head Replacement
New diverter perfect time for new shower head. Better pressure, water savings, improved experience. Complete the upgrade.
Finally Fix That Tub Spout That Won't Send Water Up Top
Pull the knob, water keeps pouring from tub spout. Push the button, maybe half goes to shower head. Your morning shower shouldn't require wrestling with failing diverter.
Just installed new diverter system for couple on Brookside Avenue. For two years, they'd been holding the diverter up while showering. Two years! Fifteen-minute fix solved their daily frustration. That's what we see constantly - people living with annoying problems that have simple solutions.
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Preventing Future Failures
Regular Maintenance
Exercise diverter weekly even if only take baths. Lubricates moving parts. Prevents mineral seizure. Extends life significantly.
Water Softening Helps
Hard water kills diverters faster. Minerals build up in mechanism. Softener protects all fixtures. Worth considering.
Stop Fighting With Your Shower
Every morning shouldn't start with diverter wrestling match. Holding knob up while shampooing isn't normal. Water shouldn't pour from tub during shower.
Modern diverters work smoothly for decades. Reliable operation, better flow control, no daily frustration. Small upgrade, huge quality-of-life improvement.
Call (201) 666-1118 for diverter installation. We'll evaluate your system, recommend best solution, install it right. Because your shower should be relaxing, not frustrating.
H. Hofmeister & Co. Inc.
Shower Diverter Installation: (201) 666-1118
115 Bergenline Ave, Westwood, NJ 07675
License #10625 | Bathroom Upgrade Experts