Hey everyone! I'm Lorenzo, and my wife and I are new homeowners. We've got a couple of issues I'm hoping you can help with. First, our master bathroom has a shower that isn't real tile; it's made of panels that stick to the wall and are sealed with some weatherstripping. I've noticed water getting behind where the walls meet the tub. Is this something I can fix by caulking, or do I need to replace the whole shower? Secondly, our water heater is making a strange noise that sounds a bit like a tea kettle—just not as loud. Is that something to be worried about?
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While I agree caulking can help, I would suggest contacting a bathroom contractor or plumber to take a look at both issues. Each has its intricacies, and a professional can give you the best advice based on what they see in person.
It’s definitely worth caulking where the shower surround meets the tub. But if water's getting behind there, make sure to dry out that area well to prevent any mold issues down the line. As for the water heater, the noise could be normal, but if it's older, you might want to get it checked just to be safe. Better to be cautious!
Yeah, definitely get it looked at! I had a similar issue and caught it before it turned into a bigger problem.
Thanks for the advice! I think I will get a professional to evaluate both problems.