DIY How to Replace Shower Faucet Trim Plate and Handle [Moen]

[@jeffostroff]

Parts used in this video: DANCO Tub/Shower Trim Kit for Moen, Brushed Nickel: amzn.to/2H7nq5A DANCO Tub Spout, Pull Up Diverter, 6 Inches, Brushed Nickel: amzn.to/2RCyg7q

[@Diana.Prince]

Hi Jeff, I bought an older home and I want to change the shower faucet and tub spout. Do I have to stay with the same brand because of what you pointed out, the proprietary nature of the trim sets?

[@reneehuff3084]

I just found you, and KNEW MY HUSBAND WAS WRONG! Thanks for showing him that we don’t have to demolish the wall for new faucet!

[@jeffostroff]

@@reneehuff3084 glad to help renee

[@gmaher17]

@@reneehuff3084 Same! We don't want to mess with the tile in any way, and one contractor said we'd need to cut a hole behind the opposite wall to get at the valve. This video saved my wall and hundreds of dollars.

[@rogerhuff2602]

I really appreciate you pointing out the error of previous caulking. As a DIY guy, I would never have known to leave the underside free of caulking

[@jeffostroff]

Yes, the counter-intuitive stuff is always important.

[@banon6531]

I can’t seem to find what he’s talking about, but do you not caulk the entire thing plate?

[@courtlandmiller]

@@banon6531 8:11

[@banon6531]

@@courtlandmiller thank you!

[@tiennhuynh28]

Definitely good tip!

[@enriquesanchez2001]

JEFF - YOU are the BEST TEACHER... - No quick and dirty solutions that never work out. YOU give the advice we NEED. MUCH appreciated! ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@jeffostroff]

Glad to help

[@MidnightHeartbreaker]

Jeff, you just saved me a lot of heartache and headaches. We're trying to do a shower reno. We like our existing shower head as it is new, but we wanted to change the faucet trim and handle because it definitely hasn't been changed since the 1980s. We had no idea that in order to change this, the faucets come with a valve uniquely designed to fit it. There was some miscommunication and misunderstandings around what we wanted and we missed our opportunity to change the valve when the wall was open and all the pipe work was being done. I was feeling so despondent. I was about to have a brand spanking new shower and going to be stuck with an ugly faucet from the 1980s! I looked up shower trims to see if I could at least change the plate if not the handle and low and behold I came across this video. I may not get the exact faucet I want but this is a million times better than what I was about to end up with. THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU for making this video!

[@jeffostroff]

yes we have done just the face lift a few times and it does make it look better

[@ginapeak8723]

I sincerely appreciate how thorough you were! You’re a great teacher! My bathroom really could use a total gut and redo but I just can’t do that right now. This will solve my issue and make things better for now.

[@jeffostroff]

yes just changing the hardware and removing the old caulk out of tile corners and running new white silicone makes all the world of difference

[@JB-hb9mi]

JEFF!!! This was sooooo HELPFUL! I had that exact notch, and had no idea I needed to shop around the notch for Moen. Returning my Kohler faucet handle now... THANK YOU!!!

[@jeffostroff]

Glad it helped!

[@Phyl625]

I wanted to thank you for pointing out the model of this shower faucet. I am in the process of a mini remodel of by basement bathroom and I have a very similar faucet. I was able to purchase the new Moen trim and knob kit from Amazon. Thanks again for your help.

[@jeffostroff]

Way to go Phyllis!

[@evelynvalladares5012]

I like how Jeff’s voice lowers when describing the smell of smoke coming from the neighbors unit. Jeff is very considerate.

[@mawoo42]

Man. I was stumped on how to take my trim and spout off. Super old, probably from the 80s. This video showed me the light.. Thank you sooo much. You rock! (Very similar to American Standard brand)

[@jeffostroff]

Awesome, glad to help out, and thanks for watching our video.

[@swisschoco25]

So my moms shower faucet is JUST LIKE THIS. My moms house was built in the 60's so I'm helping her to "modernize" her house since I'm living with her now. Trying to upgrade older houses is a challenge and there aren't many videos on KZbin to help. Thank you for this video because now I dont have to call a plumber just to achieve a more modern look for her bathroom.

[@jeffostroff]

thanks for watching Stephanie, glad to help out

[@carlosdiscounts1407]

Great video, really appreciated the clear well lit camera angle behind the faucet of the 4 pipes intersecting in the middle where it mixes and comes out. Family's piping from the 80s is like that and helps understand what the plumber needs to do to make it more modern.

[@jeffostroff]

Glad you liked it!

[@MTXSHO9732vV8SHO]

The Guy at Loew's wasn't trying to be much help yesterday. I should've got in KZbin first and looked for a video like this. That way, i could've bought the right stem while I was there buying mulch. I don't like figuring things out and thanks to this video I won't have to. Thank You.

[@jeffostroff]

Awesome glad to help out

[@ashhall4681]

I always come to KZbin first. If I can do it myself I certainly will, I only call in reinforcements if necessary

[@peterscherer2355]

I was pretty sure Charlie Sheen was narrating this video… made it that much better!

[@Hopespringseternal]

Thank you! Going to change out my folks in their new, built in 1990, condo. You gave me the confidence to go for it. Such great info! And I involuntarily started bopping to the music ☺️ Great job and very much appreciated!

[@michelledebellis6918]

Jeff you made a impossible possible! and so easy thank you for the tips and parts I ordered from your site and everything went smooth as ice.

[@robertlevy4613]

I was hoping you made a video about this! I came to your channel first to find the fix for this. I need to replace mine in the shower due to a leak. Thank you Jeff!

[@jeffostroff]

You be Robert, glad to help!

[@amysmith1501]

This video is perfect for those who need detailed explanation.

[@jeffostroff]

thanks Amy!

[@krido4769]

This is SUCH a helpful video! Could you please direct me to the next video for how to replace the tub faucet and the shower head. Thank you!

[@jeffostroff]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/oaHanXuooaxgqLc this shows how to change shower head, I don't have one on replacing tub spout yet

[@amoreenahoeffler7106]

This video was perfect for my husband and I. I happened to buy before watching and turns out I bought the same kit you did but in black. Thank you for posting and for the tip about caulk at the bottom! That was helpful!

[@jeffostroff]

Awesome, glad to help out!

[@dg4053]

Love videos like this STRAIGHT TO THE POINT yet very informative still.

[@jeffostroff]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it!

[@richnarin]

THANK YOU, just...THANK YOU!!! Love the detail and the tips along with the installation. My God this was eye opening...did I say THANK YOU!

[@rorober.1423]

Thank you for info. I have a older Condo ( 1974) and a slow drip at the faucet. Hope the faucet and handle can be found

[@jeffostroff]

Yes, usually they can be found. If you have a drip, it is likely you need to replace the cartridge, be sure to shut off water before you pull the cartridge out if you decide to replace it.

[@Smashinator86]

74 will proly have asbestos.

[@Roberturban78]

I needed to change my guest's bathroom out and found your video as a guide. Perfect advice- thanks for the help.

[@JenniferZagelow]

Thank you this was perfect. I also appreciated the caulking tip!

[@donellegrove9883]

I know this is 2 years old but seriously thank you explaining all this before I go to Lowe’s tomorrow & look like a fool when they ask me questions now I feel prepared instead of making 4-5 trips, your video was super helpful.

[@jeffostroff]

Glad I could help donelle

[@Johnebegood]

You are the best at informing how to do stuff thanks man 👨

[@jeffostroff]

Thanks John!

[@pwbisme]

It's cool that Mike Judge is doing DIY videos too.

[@moreno4u]

Great videos sir! I haven't even bought my parts, but now I have a better idea what's coming ahead.

[@jeffostroff]

Awesome I hope it works out for you in don't forget to apply silicone afterwards to seal the round the top and sides of the plate.

[@paunchouspilot6757]

Exactly what I was looking for to replace my original. Neither H.D. or Lowes had it. Thanks

[@arturovega9070]

Si escuchan a la señora Tania cuando empieza a correr como le hace… mis amigos aventureros ellos se quieren comunicar con ustedes hellos aveces tiran piedras o canicas or marbles!!! You guys I’m very so proud of your excellent experience just be careful Tania and Jose the Aventureros number ONE!

[@Nnon11026hj]

Awesome video. One question. Looks like you replace push/pull knob to a "turn" knob? How does that work with same cartridge for push/ pull knob ?

[@jeffostroff]

The leaver still pushes in-and-out like the knob dead it's just a different shape from a knob

[@Mike49if]

Great tip about caulking only the top. Couldn't understand why my shower fixtures were like that, now I know. Thanks!

[@jeffostroff]

Happy to help! Thanks for watching Mike!

[@yasminsahagun5401]

haha thank u for making this video i purchased a kit on amazon and i was almost about to start with out turning the water off 😂

[@jeffostroff]

Glad I could help! you can do it without shutting off the water as long as you are not removing the shower cartridge.

[@GlockPunisher1]

Once he takes the plate off, it exposes the pipes. The two screws one on the left, the other on the right ... those shut off the water so there is no need to shut off the main water source for the home.

[@GlockPunisher1]

@This is my LITE don’t block the SUN i am sure about this. All it takes is to turn them then turn the shower faucet on to see if there is any water.

[@dlowery51]

Great advice about not caulking the bottom.

[@jeffostroff]

Glad to help Lumberjack!

[@nastrodomis]

Thank you for the caulking tip! I did not know that. I need this exact wall plate and am having a hard time finding it at home depot. Also, I believe the original installer used permanent thread sealant on my tub spout, so when I tried to unspin it, it snapped off the copper pipe. Good thing I have plenty of experience soldering copper from my air compressor technician years. New spouts are so easy to install!

[@jeffostroff]

I can't imagine pipe doping hardening up like that, maybe they used some other type of cement, or maybe they rusted together.

[@Crossword131]

I'm having the same problem. I stopped short of snapping the copper line, thank God. Is there a way to get a faucet sleeve off if it doesn't want to budge? Thanks.

[@fishonalbertaoutdoors9761]

Great explanation and good job helping people through this popular job

[@jeffostroff]

Thank you!

[@andrewodom5063]

Thank you for this video. I was about to buy a Delta shower kit. My existing is a Moen exactly like in this video. Glad i watched before buying. It looks like that existing shower had a push pull but you replaced with a handle. Do you still have to push pull to turn the water off?

[@dancexmassacreex]

I am a 25 year old who is about to attempt this with my condo. Happy this video was so helpful! !

[@jeffostroff]

Nicole, glad you liked it

[@thomaswilke6312]

Extremely informative. Thank you for posting

[@jeffostroff]

You bet Thomas glad to help out

[@ryanwagner2716]

Hi Jeff - 2/2 now on your videos now while working on my DIY bathroom remodel. Thank you for the helpful info!

[@jeffostroff]

Awesome Ryan keep it going!

[@gourikaur6774]

Thank you for the informative video! I was able to avoid paying probably a hefty sum of money to a plumber!

[@jeffostroff]

Awesome, glad to help out

[@AlyakiMBLAHH]

Thank you your video was very informative

[@jeffostroff]

You are so welcome and thank you for watching

[@jmc2255]

Thank you for including so many important details 👍

[@jeffostroff]

My pleasure!

[@jackzouyuquan9094]

Very good explanation and demonstration

[@jeffostroff]

Glad it was helpful!

[@shelleyhahn1378]

Thank you! We are wanting to change out trim that is almost exactly like this. Very helpful!!

[@jeffostroff]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching Shelley

[@jacekaopua6859]

🤙🏽

[@jeffostroff]

@@jacekaopua6859 Thanks for watching Jace!

[@yubemful]

Very informative video but I never knew or heard about not caulking the bottom portion of the plate or spout.

[@jeffostroff]

Yup, just leave a little bit of it uncaulked, just enough to allow for any water that might end up behind the plate to drain out.

[@djsugab1]

I have this same one and this video was SO helpful! What cartridge model # would you need for a replacement on this?

[@chefvr6]

You got that right. People don't think when they do any work

[@jeffostroff]

Most contractors have people that just don't know how to do it

[@chefvr6]

@@jeffostroff And yet, I still scratched my head how these contractors stay in business

[@mikedavis3404]

Saved my bacon. Awesome video

[@ajscott1293]

Is there no need for caulking behind that plate I'm just looking at those grooves in the tile and I can definitely see that water would run right behind that place through those grooves? I'm going to watch the video again. Looks easy looks fun! I got a project the same thing I'm going to do in my master bath.

[@jeffostroff]

I usually call around the plate with clear silicone but I leave the very bottom open in case water is inside and has a path to escape

[@yvekennedy]

Omg...so informative! Thank you, thank you. I wish you could show me how to remove a mister plate

[@jeffostroff]

Thanks Yvette, glad you liked it

[@cdelo6]

You make a point to talk about sealing off the escutcheon plate so water doesn't get in behind, and then you fail to install the sleeve gasket, leaving plenty of room for water to get in...sleeve goes on first, sleeve gasket attaches to back of plate, then plate goes on with the gasket sealing off the sleeve.

[@toddpoolman8051]

Hardware/big box stores carry Moen trim kits/plates that are plastic. Actual plumbing stores have metal ones. All the big brand name faucet companies ( ex. Moen, Delta, American Standard ) make different lines for the hardware/big box stores compared to the "plumbing" shops. That's why they may be cheaper....but you do get what you pay for. Oh....and Moen offers an adapter ring to switch from "old style" ( non-pressure balanced/ parallel horizontal plate screws ) to new style -1&7 ( appx ) screw plate styles!

[@jeffostroff]

Thanks Todd, good info to know

[@dgreen659]

What's the average cost to have a plumber replace the faucet.

[@Puli1974]

This was so helpful, thank you!!!!!!

[@jeffostroff]

Glad to help Lisa and thank you for watching

[@ldsinks1]

So, I would be okay to unscrew the knob and spout to get the needed measurements, etc. before needing to turn the water off? Thank you your time and explanation. It’s greatly appreciated!

[@jeffostroff]

That is correct, just make sure you don't pull up on the vertical spring clip that holds the cartridge in the valve, and you will be fine. Otherwise if you pull out that clip the cartridge shoot out and water will start gushing.

[@edwardgyu7990]

Hi, Jeff, I noticed you didn't use the foam that has a bit of double side tape, is that unnecessary for the seal? I think that piece of ring foam is for the the seal between the inner circle of the plate and the sleeve. Thank you so much

[@8728382]

Great breakdown, thank you!

[@jruan8]

Solid video all around. Much appreciate the details and recommendations/advice!

[@jeffostroff]

Glad to help Jorge, thanks for watching

[@frankthehero4606]

Our old knob is a pull out knob. When you pull out, water comes out and then you turn for hot or cold water. How do you replace that kind of knob. It looks exactly the one you have on the video. Yours don't need to pull out but ours does. Thank you.

[@lindalav1477]

I need to know this answer too.

[@toddpoolman8051]

Jeff's handle/knob pulls out too. Same/similar type. Center cap comes out ( small flat head screwdriver ) and you'll have access to the screw that holds the handle/knob on.

[@PeterTirrell]

Thanks - this was exactly what I was looking for! I have what looks like a loose shower faucet knob and I think this will help me fix it. One question - if I'm only interested in replacing the knob handle is turning off the house water still necessary? Or, if I have things open should I be replacing the shower cartridge as well, in which case I *would* need the water off anyway? Thanks for the great video!

[@jeffostroff]

Peter yes if you are just changing the knob you can get away with out having to turn off the water but be very careful. Make sure you understand the mechanism of what would make the cartridge come flying out at full pressure. For example on the Moens it's that little vertical horseshoe shaped clip that you would have to pull straight up out of the top to remove the cartridge so just understand so that it doesn't happen to you. I don't know the condition of your escutcheon plate but I often like to replace both the knob and the plate because it looks out of place when you put a brand new nah but you still have an old rusty corroded soap scum filled plate. Depending on how old your previous shower cartridge is it's always a good idea to just put a new one and they're really only about $10 or so. If you do decide to replace the cartridge I would recommend getting some plumber silicone grease and just put a dab of it rub it around the black O rings that are on the outside of the cartridge usually 2 or 3 of them.

[@PeterTirrell]

@@jeffostroff Thanks! I think I'll probably go the safe route and cut it off anyway. My current knob looks pretty much exactly like the one in your video, mines a moen, too. If I wanted to replace the cartridge while I was at it is there a way to tell what to replace it with? Do I just look up 'moen shower cartridge' and any will work? Is there a specific model number or something? Thanks for your help!

[@kunlunlu7672]

Thanks for your sharing. Very useful.

[@jeffostroff]

Glad it was helpful!

[@GURUKHAN_OG]

I really learnt something about caulking! @9:20 .

[@jeffostroff]

Glad to help out of thanks for watching

[@kathrynmorey6632]

Thank you after watching this video I know I can change my tub and shower trim your amazing ☺️!!

[@jeffostroff]

Glad I could help!

[@RJ-sr5dv]

Jeff,... Excellent Thank you..

[@jeffostroff]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it!

[@lattina62]

This little kzbin.infoUgkxVoi3B4CB6Oygq1-vo4OTL1M_M5JkrXif tub works perfect in our 6 x 6 shower and is easy to get in and out. Also easy to drain.

[@jeffostroff]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it!

[@ericc5870]

The push pull still works with that handle? Or you turn clock wise and counter to turn water on?

[@jeffostroff]

The posh Pole still works remember all we did was change the style of the handle that still screws on to the stem of the shower cartridge. So to change the functionality to the functionality you would have to change the shower cartridge

[@christinacruz9535]

Hello there, if I'm using the same brand (delta) to update my shower fixtures. Do I need to replace the valve?

[@jeffostroff]

Replacing the valve is optional but I like to replace it when I have the wall open. You can just replace the cartridge which is what I do. I only replace the valve if I'm buying all new shower kits that come with a new valve and cartridge, so it has to be soldered into the 4 pipes.

[@RussC123]

Very good video! I was in the process of switching out my hardware as well and turns out the screw holding the the shower knob on was completely stripped out. Also seems as if the threads are stuck/corroded. I’ve tried EVERYTHING to get that old screw out of the brass stem and it’s not budging. Is my best bet to buy a new replacement cartridge? My handle style is the single ball-shaped knob that levers up/down to turn water on/off and twists left/right for hot/cold.

[@jeffostroff]

Ross go to home depot and look for the Speed Out Screw extractor kit that has worked for me a number of times. If you still can't get the screw out you may have to change out the cartridge and I would make sure that you have the water shut off 1st Otherwise the water will come gushing out at you when you pull out the cartridge.

[@RussC123]

jeffostroff thanks for tip!

[@toddpoolman8051]

Cut/break the handle off.....should get access to screw head....use pliers to unscrew

[@hickorytaylor]

Very well done, just wished I'd of seen you caulk around the part. I just came home from a business trip to find a wet spot on the ceiling right below the location of the shower. Can't for the life of me see where the water is coming from. Took off the handle and looked behind and see no wet, still all dusty. So now I'm going to reinstall the prior shower handle, but it wasn't put up with a gasket, just wonder if the water could be coming in thru the area without a gasket?

[@ymgkz]

Do you have to change out the whole 4 way mixing valve everytime you change to a different water handle? Mine is new but I'm putting on a different brand. Would just changing the cartridge be ok

[@OttoVonRaz]

Thank you for that, it was exactly what I needed!

[@jeffostroff]

You're welcome!

[@Huh8778]

Good explanation thanks

[@jeffostroff]

You are welcome

[@judybernstein7403]

Thank you! Going to watch again then try it.

[@mariacaudillo9733]

Lol.. I laugh because thankfully my husband was home. I didn’t cut off the water and water gushed straight to my face and chest. My husband laughs every time he thinks about it. Lesson learned

[@unavidaextra-ordinaria1890]

Good morning!!!!! The old kit with the plastic one had to pull out first and then left or right.. how that works in the new metalic one in the same way? Pull out first and then left or right? Thanks!!

[@jeffostroff]

Yes even though I converted to the handle, the stem of the shower cartridge still works the same way, you pull it out to turn on water, then rotate the handle to the desired temperature.

[@pattikoeper9407]

Very helpful video! I have not attempted any plumbing fixes before and I am changing out the shower knob for the first time - thanks for going slow and being detailed. I did, however, take a little offense to the comment you made about calking around the handle and tub spout all the way and that whoever did that was stupid. As I am new to this DIY gig for my house, I may not have known to not do that, but I am not a stupid person.

[@jmcraighead2945]

Thanks for the helpful detailed video. You mention that there are two adapters - how will I know it it's the correct range of motion for the handle? Or is it obvious?

[@jeffostroff]

sometimes it will be obvious, or you just try installing one first and if does not fit right, then try the other.

[@Saichen]

Very informative! Thank you so much :)

[@jeffostroff]

Glad it was helpful!

[@michaellachapelle7425]

This is a great video! Just to clarify as I am about to use this same kit with an old Moen (Pull-on) set up, even with the metal handle it is still a Pull-on setup as you did not change the valve correct?

[@jeffostroff]

That is correct, they supply an adapter that screws onto the stem, then the handle attaches to the adapter . You still pull the metal handle to turn on water, and turn left or right for hot and cold water.

[@davidmavis880]

Great video. Toward the end you say you replaced an "old pull knob". I'm not very experienced, but I thought you couldn't replace a "pull to activate" mechanism (which is what I have) with a "turn to activate" mechanism (at least not easily). But is that what you did? If so, I'll give it a try!

[@jeffostroff]

You pull and turn, just like with the pull and turn knob that it replaced

[@Trollrogue]

I did this exact trim kit and all went well until the very end…my handle is very wobbly!! I re did it 5 times thinking maybe the T screw didn’t line up but it screwed in really far so I think it’s good. Yes, I used the right adapter!! Why is the handle so wobbly?? It still works but is so cheap

[@jeffostroff]

IT might be it did not slid all the way onto the adapter, or the set screw did not go all the way in

[@alezthermasnaky]

You’re the best!

[@jeffostroff]

Thank you so much for your kind words!

[@badassuchiha4875]

What if I just wanna Replace the the Valve & Plate alone should I still take off my Water Also when replacing my Faucet the Diverter or Shower Mechanism is at the back do I need another Water Spout/Faucet with that or it doesn't have to be the same

[@jeffostroff]

If you only replace the knob and the plate no need to shut off water. But I like t replace the valve with the stem, that requires shutting off water. I replace the valve with the same one I took out, those are required to work with your existing diverter inside the wall soldered to the pipes. When we do a full wall gut, we solder a brand new diverter on usually the Delta MultiChoice Universal Valve, and try to buy it as a kit with the new valve and everything.

[@silvioortega9741]

I like to do stuff around my house and I'm in the south Florida area. Do you happen to know of tech schools where I can learn more. I want to learn more for my own knowledge

[@karlaelvis9815]

Thank you for this great tutorial... tomorrow I will attack my project with confidence!

[@jeffostroff]

Awesome let us know how it turned out

[@karlaelvis9815]

@@jeffostroff Well... it "half turned out"; a couple years ago I purchased a new showerhead/handle/faucet set because it was on sale and I thought that I would use it someday... This goes against what you said about first taking apart your existing shower handle, to see who the manufacturer is . I lucked out and the existing is a Moen.. and so is the new one. I do have an issue which I hope that you can assist in... the new set came with a new 4-way plumbing valve - when I saw that I said "hell no"... and set about seeing if I could use what I had. Everything seems to fit except for the fact that I have a gap between the handle and the cover plate... there are a couple plastic fittings included in the set.. I'm hoping that they are some type of adapter so that I can make this work. I took photos... let me see if I can post them - any help that you can provide will be greatly appreciated. p.s. I DID NOT caulk around the bottom of the shower plate!

[@jeffostroff]

@@karlaelvis9815 put photos online and post the link to them. Often when you buy a new shower kit that comes with it's own 4 way valve, that means time to solder in the new valve. There could be minute differences, new design, did you see if the new valve is the exact same dimensions as the old valve? Anything look different at all? If so, might have to call in a plumber. Had one done at a friend's house 2 months ago, cost $150 for the plumber to do it.

[@karlaelvis9815]

@@jeffostroff The new valve is slightly larger in diameter than the old valve... the old "sleeve" fit, so I left it.... I may just put the old plastic handle back on - the shower is a molded fiberglass unit - they did a nic job cutting the hole for the valve - but the shower will be need to cut again to change out a new valve. I have a friend that is a plumber, so I could do this for no charge.... but all I wanted to do was change the shower head - which I did! I think that I can cut the sleeve shorter and that will solve the problem of the gap.. I'll have my friend take a look - thanks for all of your help!

[@JiffyAnastasio]

If im just replacing the trim kit and NOT the cartridge, do i need to cut the water off?

[@jeffostroff]

No, as long as you don't attempt to pull out the shower cartridge you are fine. If your cartridge has a small metal clip that slides down and hold sit all into place, do not remove that clip or water will shoot everywhere.

[@Wowwowweeewow12312]

Excellent thanks

[@jeffostroff]

You are welcome

[@ATLLEO1170]

9:06 Jeff: "some people just don't think when they do stuff, just amazing.." me: "........don't call me ..some people...i hate you..LOLOLOL" nice video..i will start to think :)

[@jeffostroff]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it!

[@lalolalo1233]

Great instructunal vid! Have a question tho, mine is the exact configuration, the old pull out system. With the more modern single handle would I need to pull out to release the water or what's the mechanism, tilt, pull out, etc.? you appear to just swing it left to right, but I assume that's after the water flows to adjust the temp correct?

[@jeffostroff]

IT depends on the shower valve that is soldered into your wall with the cartridge. Many modern day cartridges just turn on counter clockwise and get warmer

[@HAWAIISURF808]

Have any idea what to do if you can't find a trim kit with matching screw holes

[@ygbxy]

26 Next door smoke ladies hit the dislike button lol

[@tomsommer54]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge. I also appreciate the clarity. New sub here.

[@jeffostroff]

Awesome, welcome aboard Tom!

[@allenpyi]

How much would it cost to have a plumber do this job these day?

[@SheilaWillis71]

Thank you for saying Flathead screw driver!

[@jeffostroff]

Glad to help out thanks for watching Sheila!

[@ghask11111]

This looks exactly like my bathroom even the same tiles lol

[@whenidipudipwedip]

Hey Jeff, great video man. I just broke my shower handle. It looks exactly like the replacement u used. My handle broke off with the copper spindle. Is that a job for a professional plumber or is it possible to DIY?

[@jeffostroff]

Sorry to hear that if you can get it taken apart and looks like the cartridge it not damaged, you can try to replace it yourself, then if it doe snot work call the plumber. Just remember to shut off the main water supply before you pull out a cartridge, as that is what is holding the pressurized water back.

[@nickl8830]

Very helpful thx

[@jeffostroff]

Glad it helped

[@tonyt-bone8180]

What if that center shaft that the handle attaches to just spins and doesn’t shut the water off? Do they make replacement guts or do you have to remove the whole 4 way out of the wall ?

[@kcalderon03]

Do you suggest silicone or caulking to glue the plate to the wall?

[@jeffostroff]

Whenever you're in a wet area I always use silicone never use latex caulk it will dry and crack overtime and cause leaks. clear silicone works best around fixtures

[@mariannewilliams-bottle5184]

There was a solid white plastic piece..what is that used for?