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Replacing a shower valve can refresh your bathroom’s performance, fix leaks, and improve safety. With the right tools, materials, and preparation, many homeowners can tackle this project themselves.

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Lowe Larretta is former lead editor for Forbes Home, covering all things ...

Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of experience in the home space and 10 years of editing experience. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over ...

Q: We went to considerable expense to remodel and upgrade our primary bathroom, only to learn upon completion that the shower is not hot enough. The contractor told us that the manufacturers now have ...