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Shower repair longview WA done right the first time
When your shower drips, sprays sideways, or runs cold, shower repair longview WA from Longview Riverbend Plumbing gets it fixed fast. We handle leaky shower repair longview Washington, shower valve swaps, drain clogs, and pressure problems for homes and businesses across Cowlitz County.
Serving longview and nearby areas.
How big is the shower repair job?
Valve and drain
Pressure loss or standing water; valve work plus drain clearing.
- 1. Cartridge swap Handle or showerhead drips; we replace the cartridge and seals.
- 2. Valve and drain Pressure loss or standing water; valve work plus drain clearing.
- 3. Wall access Cracked valve body or hidden leak; planned in writing first.
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- Test runHot and cold checked before we pack up
What our shower repair service includes
Every shower repair longview WA job starts with a full diagnosis and ends with a tested, dry shower.
Work order
Shower Repair- Full valve diagnosis: We remove the handle and trim, inspect the cartridge for scale and cracks, and check the valve body for damage. You see the worn part before we replace it.
- Cartridge and seal replacement: We install a new cartridge, O-rings, and Teflon tape on the threads. Moen, Delta, and Kohler parts are on the truck for most models, so the repair finishes the same day.
- Drain clearing: If the pan holds water, we run a drain snake or hydro-jetter through the trap and branch line. We test flow with a full shower run before we call it clear.
- Pressure and temperature test: We run hot and cold, check for drips at the valve and showerhead, and confirm flow at 2.5 gallons per minute. You watch the test and sign off on the result.
- Cleanup and haul-away: Drop cloths come up, the wet vac goes over the floor, and old cartridges and seals leave with us. Your bathroom is ready to use the moment we walk out.
What the first shower visit covers
First visit
We inspect the valve, drain, and supply lines, then explain what we found and what the repair involves.
Shower repair at your home
We fix showers in houses, condos, and apartments across longview.
Dripping handle
Cartridge and seal replacement, tested same visit.
Low pressure
Valve and supply line checked for scale and corrosion.
Standing water
Drain snaked or jetted, then flow-tested.
Ceiling stain
Hidden leak traced with a moisture meter.
Shower repair for longview businesses
We work around your hours so showers stay in service.
Gyms and fitness
High-traffic showers cleared and camera-checked.
Hotels and motels
Guest room valves repaired between check-ins.
Apartment buildings
Multiple units serviced on one scheduled visit.
What shower repair longview WA really involves
A shower leak never fixes itself. Water finds the path of least resistance, and that path usually ends in your ceiling or subfloor. Fixing it properly the first time costs less than the damage it causes.
Shower repair longview WA is the trade of diagnosing and fixing everything behind and around your shower: the valve cartridge, mixer body, showerhead arm, drain assembly, and the tile-side seals that keep water where it belongs. We pull the handle, inspect the cartridge for mineral scoring, check the valve body for cracks, and test water pressure at the outlet. Most failures trace back to a worn cartridge, a failed O-ring, or a clogged drain line that backs water up into the pan.
In longview, we see the same handful of problems over and over. Older homes near Downtown Longview and Longview Heights still run copper pipe and original brass valves, and 20-plus years of Cowlitz County water leaves scale that chews through rubber seals. Newer builds in Meadowbrook and Rolling Hills use PEX tubing and pressure-balance valves that fail quietly. If you need shower repair in longview WA near me, we can usually tell you what is wrong within 15 minutes of arriving.
- What it is
- Repair of shower valves, cartridges, drains, and seals.
- When it helps
- Drips, low pressure, standing water, or ceiling stains.
- What you get
- A tested, dry shower and a written repair summary.
How our shower repair process works
Five steps, no guesswork. Here is exactly what happens from your first call to the final test.
Tools and methods we use
Each method answers a different question. Together they leave very little to guess.
Clears hair and soap scum from the shower trap and branch line. We start with the snake before reaching for heavier equipment.
Blasts scale and grease from drain lines when a snake is not enough. Used on commercial showers and repeat clogs.
Makes code-correct connections on PEX tubing when we replace a shower supply line. Faster and cleaner than soldering in tight walls.
Cuts and solders copper pipe when a shower supply line needs a new section. Standard for older longview homes.
When to call for shower repair
A homeowner in North Longview notices the shower handle drips all night and the water bill jumped $30.
We replace the cartridge, reseat the valve, and test for drips.
HomesA landlord in Judson has a tenant reporting cold showers after five minutes in a 1970s unit.
We test the water heater and the shower valve, find a failing pressure-balance cartridge, and replace it with a WaterSense-compliant unit.
HomesA gym manager in Downtown Longview has two showers backing up during morning rush.
We run a drain snake on one line and a hydro-jetter on the other, then camera both to confirm the branch lines…
BusinessesA homeowner in Forest Park finds a water stain on the ceiling under the upstairs shower.
We use a moisture meter to trace the leak to a failed drain gasket, replace it, and reseal the pan.
Homes
How shower repair runs in longview
Longview sits in Cowlitz County where the water runs moderately hard, and that shapes almost every shower repair longview WA call we take. Scale builds on cartridges and valve seats, so a valve that would last 15 years in softer water often fails in 8 to 10 here.
Downtown Longview
Older commercial and residential buildings with original brass valves. Many are rebuildable, which saves the cost of a full valve replacement.
Longview Heights
Mid-century homes with copper supply lines. We see pinhole leaks and scale buildup in shower valves here more than anywhere else.
Meadowbrook
Newer construction with PEX tubing and pressure-balance valves. Cartridge failures are the most common call.
- Downtown Longview
- Longview Heights
- Meadowbrook
- Forest Park
- Boggy Creek
From problem to finished result.
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PhotoDripping Moen valve in Downtown Longview
Before: A homeowner called about a shower handle that dripped all night. The cartridge was scored with scale and the trim had mineral buildup.
After: We replaced the Moen cartridge and O-rings, cleaned the trim, and pressure-tested the valve. The drip stopped completely and flow measured 2.5 gallons per minute at the showerhead.
Cold showers in a Longview Heights ranch
Before: The shower ran hot for five minutes, then swung cold. The homeowner assumed the water heater was failing. Testing showed a failed pressure-balance cartridge in the shower valve, not the heater.
After: We swapped the pressure-balance cartridge and verified temperature held within 3 degrees through a 10-minute run. The water heater tested fine and stayed in service.
Backed-up gym showers in Downtown Longview
Before: Two commercial showers backed up during morning rush. A drain snake cleared one but the second returned within a week. Camera footage showed scale and grease further down the branch line.
After: We hydro-jetted both branch lines, camera-confirmed the clear, and restored full flow. Both showers drained freely before the next morning rush.
Shower problems we fix in longview
Most shower failures fall into a few categories. Here is what we see most and how we handle each one.
Shower drips constantly from the handle
A steady drip wastes 10 to 20 gallons a day and stains the ceiling below.
Water pressure has dropped to a trickle
Low flow makes showers miserable and often signals scale buildup or a failing pressure-balance valve.
Shower pan fills with standing water
Standing water breeds mildew, loosens tile, and can overflow into the room. It usually means a clogged trap or a blocked branch line.
Water stains appear on the ceiling below
A hidden leak behind the shower wall or under the pan rots framing and drywall.
Why homeowners call us first
A leaking shower wastes water, stains ceilings, and drives up your bill.
Stop the leak fast
A dripping shower valve can waste 10 to 20 gallons a day.
Restore real pressure
Low flow is rarely the showerhead's fault. We check the pressure-balance valve, clear scale from the cartridge ports, and verify flow at 2.
Protect the floor and ceiling
Water that escapes a failed pan seal or drain gasket rots subfloor and stains the ceiling below.
One clear price up front
You get the price before we start, not after. Affordable shower repair longview Washington means no surprise line items for parts we already quoted.
What you receive after the job
Clear records you can keep and share.
Written findings
What failed and what we replaced.
Photos of the work
Before and after shots for your records.
Parts list
Cartridge, seals, and fittings we installed.
16 years fixing showers in Cowlitz County
Longview Riverbend Plumbing has been in business since 2010, which means 16 years of shower repair longview WA calls across Cowlitz County.
Cartridge wear
Scoring and scale tell us how hard the water is and how soon it will fail again.
Valve body cracks
Hairline cracks show under light and mean the body needs replacing, not rebuilding.
Drain flow rate
How fast the pan empties tells us whether the clog is local or further down the line.
Is your longview area covered?
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Towns we serve.
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What longview customers say
Our shower handle had been dripping for months and the water bill showed it. The tech found a scored Moen cartridge, swapped it, and resealed the trim in about two hours. He showed me the worn part and the price never changed from the quote. No more drip, no more stain on the ceiling below.
The shower in our 1960s house ran cold after five minutes. Turned out to be a failing pressure-balance valve, not the water heater. They replaced the valve, flushed the line, and now we get steady hot water. They also cleared a slow drain while they were in there. Fair price, no upsell.
We manage six units and had two showers backing up the same week. Their crew ran a drain snake on one and a hydro-jetter on the other, then camera-checked the line. Both units were back in service the same day. They sent photos and a written summary for our records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Short answers for the first few minutes. The team can cover the rest.
Still have a question?
Describe what you are seeing and we will point you to the right next step.
(360) 886-3111A cartridge swap is on the low end; a cracked valve body behind tile pushes toward the top. We quote before we start, so the number you hear is the number you pay.
The cartridge is the usual culprit. Cowlitz County water leaves mineral scale that scores rubber seals, and once a seal fails, water drips from the handle or the showerhead. A failed drain gasket or cracked pan seal can also leak into the ceiling below. We diagnose it in about 15 minutes and show you the worn part.
Yes. Longview Riverbend Plumbing covers all of longview, Washington, including Downtown Longview, North Longview, South Longview, and Longview Heights. We handle residential and commercial showers, from single-family homes to gyms and apartment buildings. Call (360) 886-3111 and we will book a window that works.
A standard cartridge or valve repair takes two to four hours. Drain clogs run one to two hours. If we have to open a wall to reach a cracked valve body, plan on a full day. We give you a time estimate when we quote the job, and we call if anything changes.
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Book shower repair longview WA today
(360) 886-3111One call gets a tech to your door with the parts to fix it. We quote before we start, test before we leave, and clean up after ourselves.
Contact Longview Riverbend Plumbing
Call us at (360) 886-3111 or email info@longviewriverbendplumbing.com. We answer the phone during business hours and run after-hours emergency calls for burst pipes and sewer backups. Most same-day appointments are booked before noon. Tell us what you are seeing and we will send the right plumber with the right parts.