Dear Melissa: This is a very common problem when your bathtub has the old two-handle (hot and cold) shower valve. When a toilet is flushed or the cold water faucet in the kitchen is opened, the ...

Add this to the list of chores you didn't know you needed to check off. While replacing your shower mechanisms isn't exactly a common task, and typically handled by a professional, it's important to ...

Dear James: Whenever one of the kids flushes a toilet while I am showering, the water gets very hot. Would installing a new type of shower valve help, and can you give me some do-it-yourself tips? — ...

Q: I have an old single-handle shower valve that I want to replace with a modern one. How difficult is this project? A: This project is very challenging, and I would make sure your skills are such ...