I'm living in a house with two bathrooms, and I've run into a frustrating situation: one of the showers just won't get hot water, while the other shower and all the sinks, including the one next to it, work perfectly fine. I'm guessing that the issue isn't with the water heater since everything else gets hot water without a problem. I've already replaced the valve cartridge and adjusted the temperature limiter, but unfortunately, that didn't help. Has anyone else faced this issue? I'm looking for any suggestions or fixes that won't break the bank!
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It's possible that the plumbing isn’t connected properly to the hot water side, or your shower might be using its own heating coil. It could also be that this coil is damaged, so check your shower model manual for guidance on how to fix or replace it. Just make sure the temperature dials are set correctly too—sometimes they can be misleading!
It sounds like there might be an issue with the mixing valve in your shower faucet. Typically, you would need to replace the entire valve to get it working again. If you're interested, here's a link to a mixing valve you can check out: [Mixing Valve](https://www.homedepot.com/p/MOEN-M-CORE-Mixing-Valve-with-3-or-6-Function-Integrated-Transfer-Valve-with-Crimp-Ring-PEX-Connections-and-Stops-U362XS/314371930).
There could be something blocking the hot water flow, like debris from the pipes or buildup from the water heater. It might be necessary to clean it out to restore hot water. Have you tried using a plumbing snake in the shower's drain or pipe? That could help clear any obstructions.
Great idea! I've used a snake in the drain, but maybe I should try it on the pipe directly to see if that makes a difference.
Yeah, I double-checked, and I've made sure the dials are set to hot. But it's definitely worth investigating the manual for potential issues with the heating coil!