Drain Cleaning
Slow, gurgling or backed-up drains in kitchens, bathrooms and basements.
In Business Since 1993
Shower Repair in Columbus, OH
A showerhead clogged with white scale, a handle that won't turn or water that goes cold mid-shower. We repair shower valves, cartridges, heads and drains, with a flat price before we start. From our office on West Goodale Boulevard.
Common Shower Problems We Fix
Most shower problems start with the valve behind the wall or minerals in the water:
A Dripping Head or Spout
A worn cartridge or washer lets water through with the handle off.
Weak, Uneven Spray
Mineral scale plugs the nozzles in the showerhead. If the whole bathroom is weak, look at the pipes.
Hot, Then Cold
A worn pressure-balancing valve can't adjust when someone else uses water.
A Stiff or Spinning Handle
Scale and wear inside the valve make handles hard to turn or loose.
Shower Repairs in Columbus Homes
Two things drive most shower repairs we do in Columbus: minerals in the water and the age of the valve behind the tile.
Scale in Heads and Cartridges
With 2025 hardness averaging 98 to 125 mg/L, minerals build up in showerheads and valve cartridges over time. Cleaning or replacing the cartridge often brings a shower back to life.
Older Valves Behind Old Tile
Many older Columbus bathrooms still have two- or three-handle valves. They can be repaired, but parts can be hard to find. We'll tell you whether a repair will hold or a new valve makes more sense.
Galvanized Pipe and Low Pressure
In homes built before 1960, galvanized supply lines narrow over the decades. If every fixture in the bathroom is weak, the pipe may be the problem.
The J. Blanton Difference614-547-6516
What Happens When You Call J. Blanton
We fix the shower without turning it into a remodel you didn't ask for.
1. We Find the Real Cause
Cartridge, valve body, showerhead or the pipes behind the wall. We check before we quote.
2. One Number Up Front
You know the price before any work starts.
3. Your Tile Stays Put When It Can
Most fixes go through the trim opening, with the tub and floor covered while we work.
Customer Stories
Shower Repair Reviews
4.7 stars from 5,669+ Google reviews across all J. Blanton locations.
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"John Hogan arrived on time and provided great service. He gave me an estimate before starting, was very thorough and tidy and even gave me good information about what might be needed in the near future to further address the situation with my bathtub drain. Very knowledgeable, courteous and friendly- instills confidence!"
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"We received Prompt assessment & repair within 24 hours of calling. We appreciate Anthony, he was professional, knowledgeable & repaired sink pipe, valves & bath tub faucets efficiently."
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"Thanks Christian for such a great maintenance! Flushing our water heater and going above and beyond rodding out our tub!"
Got Questions?
Shower Repair Questions From Columbus Homeowners
A worn or scaled cartridge, washer or seat inside the valve. Usually fixed without opening the wall.
Something inside the valve isn't sealing anymore: a worn washer, a seat or a cartridge coated in mineral scale. Swapping the worn part usually stops the drip without opening the wall.
Not always. Many valves are serviced through the trim opening.
Not always. Most cartridges and many valve repairs are done through the opening behind the handle. A full valve replacement sometimes needs access from the back of the wall or a larger trim plate, and we'll explain that before we start.
Usually a scaled-up showerhead. If the whole bathroom is weak, it may be the pipes.
Start with the showerhead. Mineral scale clogs the nozzles, and soaking or replacing the head often fixes it. If the sink and tub are weak too, older galvanized pipes or a partly closed valve may be the cause.
It depends on the valve and parts. You get a flat price first.
It depends on the valve type, the parts it needs and access behind the wall. We give you a flat-rate price before any work begins.
Annual Protection Plan
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Most plumbing problems start small. The No Drip Club brings a J. Blanton plumber to your home for regular maintenance, so small issues get caught before they turn into big repairs.
- Two Free Professional Maintenance Visits per Year
- 10% Discount on All General Plumbing & Sewer Services
- 5-Year Parts and Labor Warranty on Approved Projects
- VIP Priority Scheduling Status (Skip the Queue)
What We Fix
Plumbing Services in Columbus
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Sewer Repair
Tree roots, cracked clay pipe and repeat backups in the line from your house to the street.
Water Heaters
Repair and replacement for tank and tankless water heaters that leak, make noise or run out of hot water too fast.
Sump Pumps
Sump pump repair, replacement and battery backups to keep your basement dry through heavy rain.
Burst & Frozen Pipes
Repair for pipes that froze or burst, from basement water lines to outdoor spigots.
Toilets & Fixtures
Running toilets, leaky faucets and new fixture installs for kitchens and bathrooms.
Emergency Plumbing
Burst pipes, sewer backups and no hot water, any time of day or night.
Local Office, 24/7 Phone
Ready for a Shower That Works?
Our Columbus office is at 1387 W. Goodale Blvd, and our phone line is open 24/7.
We also serve Grandview Heights, Upper Arlington, Clintonville, Victorian Village, German Village, Bexley, Hilliard, Dublin and more.
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