Here's a photo of my setup: The hose and nozzle hanging down in the picture make up the shower head assembly (it is a hand shower that can hang up on the wall or be removed for directed use). You'll note that the shower is running, but a good portion of the water flow is still leaking through the faucet (with a corresponding loss in pressure at the shower outlet) even though I have the diverter set as forcefully as possible to direct water to the shower head. I'm assuming that there is some component inside the faucet that needs to be replaced, but I'm not sure which and/or how to go about it. shower leak faucet bathtub You need to replace the diverter, which in your case is also part of the spout. This should be a relatively easy and cheap replacement. Usually the spout is held on with a set screw located in the bottom - you loosen the screen and the spout will twist/pull off. Replace it with a new spout and diverter, tighten the screw and enjoy!Browse other questions tagged shower leak faucet bathtub or ask your own question.

Can anything be done to stop my bathtub spout from leaking? Q: When I take a shower, I pull up on the little knob on the bathtub spout to make the water go to the showerhead. But nearly half the water still comes out the spout, and the shower spray is pretty weak. Can anything be done to stop the spout from leaking? —B.H. Bell, Monroe, LA. A: Plumbing & Heating Expert Richard Trethewey replies: Sure; you just need a new spout and knob, called a diverter. Replacing a spout isn't difficult, and you don't even have to turn off the main water supply. The first step is to figure out how the spout is attached. If you see a small hole or a set screw on the underside of the spout near where it meets the wall, cover the drain with a washcloth and use an Allen wrench—also called a hex key—to remove the screw. The washcloth will catch the screw before it dives down the drain. Now twist the spout as you pull it straight out and off the copper supply pipe. If there's no set screw, then the spout is threaded onto the supply pipe.

Grab the spout with a pipe wrench and turn it counterclockwise until the spout comes off. Now take the old spout to the hardware store or home center and get a new one that attaches the same way. Be extra careful choosing a threaded spout because some are threaded near the outlet; others, near the base. As long as the spout you buy has threads in the same place as the old one, you're good to go.You don't have to put up with the slow drip from a leaky faucet, nor with the growing stain it often leaves in the tub or shower. Fix it now and you'll prevent those headaches and save on you water bill too. The entire job, with special tools, may set you back a bit of cash, but doing it yourself is a lot cheaper than hiring a plumber, and usually much cheaper and easier than tearing out the old faucet and installing a new one. Worn rubber washers, seals or gaskets in the valve assembly cause most leaks. Here we'll show you how to fix a stem-type valve, which is common in older, two-handle faucets (separate hot and cold).

We won't cover single-handle faucets here.Harlequin Great Dane Puppies For Sale NyIt is not as difficult as it appears to repair a leaky three-handle tub and shower faucet. Patio Furniture Powder Coating CostWhen you are tired of the leaks from a three-handle shower and tub faucet, do not bother to call the plumber, as this is a job most any handy person can easily do. Bold Black And White Striped CurtainsAs with all faucets, a three-handle faucet can develop leaks from regular wear and tear or just from age. A three-handle tub and shower faucet use separate handles for the hot and cold water, and a handle in the middle to divert water flow from the tub faucet to the showerhead. Although it looks complicated, you can repair a leaking three-handle tub and shower faucet in just a few steps.

Turn off the water supply to the faucet. If there are no shut-offs to isolate the faucet or the bathroom, turn off the main water valve for the house instead. After shutting off the flow of water, turn the hot and cold faucet handles to the open position to drain the faucet. Open another faucet on a lower level of the house or past the bathroom, to drain any remaining water from the lines. Remove the screws from the hot and cold water handles. Gently pull the handles from the valve stems. Spray the handles with a lubricant if they appear to be a bit rusty and do not want to move. If the handles still stick to the stem, use a faucet handle puller to remove the handles without breaking them. Attach the puller to the handle and turn it until the handle frees up from the stem. Remove the escutcheon plate -- if it has one -- behind the handle by turning counterclockwise. If the plate contains a screw, loosen the screw and remove the escutcheon. Gently pry the escutcheon away from the wall with the flat-head screwdriver, taking care not to bend it if it is stuck against the wall.

Insert a tub-and-shower valve socket wrench on the faucet stem and turn it counterclockwise. Remove the screw and rubber washer from the end of each valve stem. Add the new washer and tighten the screw. Inspect inside the valve with a flashlight. If the faucet seats are smooth, no repair is necessary. If the seats appear worn or etched, replace them. Insert a seat wrench into each side of the valve and remove seats by turning counterclockwise. Replace with new seats and turn them clockwise to tighten. Reinstall the faucet stems by turning clockwise into the valve, tightening with a tub socket wrench. The stems should be snug but not overly tight. Reset and tighten the escutcheon plates and faucet handles. Turn on the water and test for leaks. Things You Will Need Phillips screwdriver Flat-head screwdriver Tub-and-shower valve socket wrench with rod Flashlight Spray lubricant Faucet handle puller Valve seat wrench Tips Warnings Photo Credits George Doyle & Ciaran Griffin/Stockbyte/Getty Images Suggest a Correction