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Serving Chicagoland Since 1993
Shower Repair in Joliet, IL
A showerhead clogged with scale, a valve that drips or water that turns cold mid-shower. We repair shower valves, cartridges, heads and drains, with a flat price before we start. From our office on Ottawa Street.
Common Shower Problems We Fix
Most start with the water or the valve:
A Spray That Shoots Sideways
Mineral scale has blocked some of the nozzles.
A Constant Drip
A worn or scaled cartridge or washer.
Hot Turns Cold
A worn pressure-balancing valve, or a water heater struggling with sediment.
A Handle That Grinds
Scale and wear inside the valve.
Shower Repairs in Joliet Homes
Joliet's mineral-heavy well water is hard on showers, and older bathrooms add their own problems.
Scale in Heads and Cartridges
Minerals build up inside showerheads and valve cartridges. Descaling or replacing the cartridge often brings a shower back to full pressure.
Old Valves in Old Bathrooms
Homes near downtown often have older two- or three-handle valves. They can be repaired, but parts can be scarce. We'll tell you if a new valve makes more sense.
Sediment and Hot Water
If the shower runs cold fast, the water heater may be full of sediment. See water heater repair.
Low Pressure Upstairs
In older Joliet homes with galvanized supply pipe, rust narrows the inside of the pipe over time. If only the shower is weak, it's likely the head or the valve. If every upstairs fixture is weak, the pipe may be the problem.
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What Happens When You Call J. Blanton
We fix the shower, not remodel the bathroom.
1. Find the Cause
Scale, a worn cartridge, a failing valve or the water heater. We check before we replace anything.
2. Flat Price
You get one flat-rate price before any work begins.
3. Tile Left Alone When Possible
Most cartridge and valve repairs go through the trim opening, so your tile stays where it is.
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 Joliet Homeowners
Mineral scale is blocking the nozzles. Clean or replace the head.
Mineral scale from Joliet's water has blocked some nozzles. Soak the head in vinegar or replace it. If the whole bathroom has weak pressure, the valve or pipes may be the problem.
Usually. Most cartridge and valve repairs go through the trim.
Usually. Replacing a worn cartridge or washer is done through the trim opening. A full valve replacement sometimes needs more access, and we'll explain before we start.
A worn pressure-balancing valve or a water heater full of sediment.
Usually a pressure-balancing valve that can't keep up when another fixture is used, or a water heater with so much sediment it can't keep up.
It slows the scale that clogs heads and wears out cartridges.
Yes. Softened water leaves far less scale in showerheads, cartridges and valves, so parts last longer and the spray stays even. See water filtration and softening if you're thinking about one.
It depends on the valve and parts. You get a flat price first.
It depends on the valve, the parts and access. 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 Joliet
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Drain Cleaning
Slow, gurgling or backed-up drains in kitchens, bathrooms and basements.
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.
Leak & Pipe Repair
Leaking pipes, drips under the sink and hidden leaks behind walls and ceilings.
Toilets & Showers
Running toilets, worn-out shower valves and new fixture installs.
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 Joliet office is at 311 N Ottawa St, Suite 2, and our phone line is open 24/7.
We also serve Crest Hill, Lockport, Rockdale, Romeoville, Plainfield, New Lenox, Manhattan and more.
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