How to Repair a Leaky Moen Tub / Shower in 30 Minutes 

So glad it was helpful!

Just got it done for $149. Wonder if I could have done it myself.

Unfortunately, that could be the case. It could even be elsewhere inside the manifold. These can get tricky when you've got a stubborn leak like that.

us too. Wondering what the fix is

There is an off-brand replacement that fits fine for this but from what I've seen in the reviews, it's less reliable than the Moen brand. These should last at least a few years - I wonder if there's an issue with your water pressure or something else - that seems really frequent.

@@LRN2DIY They last about a year, but because I have two, they seem to be 6 months apart. Sometimes Moen will send me a replacement one.

Mine also

It depends. If your main water line is off and you just need to run to the store for a new cartridge, that’s fine. But if you need your water to work again, you’ll need to reinstall the old one in the mean time.

Sounds like you need the cartridge puller tool. They'll be able to get it out. amzn.to/3eKBHBL

Do you mean it drips from the shower? Or the handle? In either case, it sounds like something wasn't sealed or properly connected. If your home is still under warranty then I'd get someone out to take a look. It's also possible to have faulty cartridges but that's less common.

That’s awesome! Way to stick with it and get it done!

Did you end up using the tool to get it out? Mine won’t budge:/

I’m 6 ft 240 and yolked and almost pulled the whole valve out of the wall I don’t know what to do lol

Obrigado por assistir! Espero que este vídeo ajude alguém!

I know what you mean I started renting a place 6 months ago and quickly realized the tub was leaking. I let the landlord know right away. He seemed surprised and said he would have someone out soon. I reminded him a month later after not hearing anything, he just reminded me the landlord covers the water bill. So I just let it leak all day 24/7 on cold water so it doesn't affect the hot water heater.

They can be super stubborn. You’ll probably want to buy/order a cartridge puller to remove it.

This is what I am trying to sort out. I paid the $45 for the new cartridge and it drips more now that the original one did.

If you still have a leak after putting a new cartridge in, it may be due to corroded metal parts (which could be anywhere in the faucet system) or there may be other gaskets or rings in the system that need replacing. It's tricky to identify without a thorough look at it.

While replacing the cartridge will usually solve the problem, sometimes there’s more to it. I don’t think I can say it any better than the guys at Swan Plumbing in Denver. Here’s their advice: “First, the leak may not have been caused by a faulty cartridge. Water is full of calcium and other minerals that make it highly corrosive. Over time, the water can eat away at imperfections in the brass body of the faucet. These imperfections often occur during the casting process. Small bumps and soft spots in the brass can wear away. This allows rivulets to form in the brass. You may not even realize that they are there since they can blend in with the coatings on the brass created by the water. When fixing a cartridge faucet, it is a good idea to buff the inside of the cylinder. This will leave a dark line that will allow you to see the rivulets with a flashlight. Your faucet may contain a ceramic, brass, or rubber seat that is meant to form a seal at the bottom of the cartridge opening. The seat can become damaged with use so that it no longer fits correctly into the hole in the cartridge, which allows water to leak. The O-ring may also become cracked and cause a leak. The best rule of thumb is to replace all of the inside parts of a faucet at the same time so that you get a good seal.” Best of luck and hopefully you get to the bottom of it!

@@LRN2DIY THANK YOU!

OK, so now that you know that the cartridge is good, there are many other parts to consider, including o-rings, valves and the faucet itself. In this thread, some advice about cleaning out the inside of the valve, as well as a few other issues that folks have found, which could help you out in your situation. diy.stackexchange.com/questions/5065/how-can-i-fix-a-moen-faucet-that-is-still-leaking-after-replacing-cartridge Best of luck!

You know, you’re absolutely right. I just checked here (www.moen.com/warranties/general-lifetime-limited-warranty) and they do state that. They typically require a proof of purchase but if you have that it’s definitely worth looking into it.

If your faucet is leaking, are you going to wait two weeks for a free one?