How much does it cost to replace a faucet cartridge?

While you can replace a plumbing cartridge yourself, you should have a professional plumber help you. The average cost to replace a shower cartridge is $240. Homeowners spend an average of $175 on labor to replace a shower cartridge, and materials generally cost $65.

How do you remove a single handle faucet cartridge?

Unscrew the nut with an adjustable wrench. You’ll see a plastic cylinder with a stem on top. That’s the faucet cartridge. Remove the Handles and Nuts

1. Use a screwdriver to remove each screw.
2. Set the screw aside.
3. Carefully pull straight up on the handle.
4. Repeat for the other handle.

How do you take apart a Kohler single handle faucet?

Replace the Valve in a Single Handle Faucet

1. Turn off the water to the faucet.
2. Remove the plug button from the handle (Fig.
3. Loosen the screw underneath the plug button to remove the handle (Fig.
4. Unscrew the bonnet counterclockwise to expose the valve and the mounting nut; the bonnet should remove easily by hand (Fig.

How do you remove a Kohler single handle bathroom faucet?

Single-Handle Bathroom Sink Faucets – Handle Removal

1. Using a bladed screwdriver, gently pry off the plug button under the handle, taking care to protect all finished surfaces.
2. Using a 1/8″ hex wrench, loosen the setscrew securing the handle to the valve stem.
3. Lift off the handle.
4. Unthread the bonnet to expose the valve.

How do you take apart a Kohler faucet?

Search under the sink or cabinets for the water main control. Turn the handles of the water main at least half a turn to the left to shut them off. Push the faucet handle all the way into the “up” position. Insert the hex key into the star-shaped hole and turn it counterclockwise until the faucet comes loose.

How do you remove a screwless faucet handle?

Once you find the necessary tools, you’ll need to follow these steps to remove the screwless faucet handle successfully.

1. Step 1: Turn off the water.
2. Step 2: Remove the cap on top of your faucet.
3. Step 3: Remove the hidden set crew.
4. Step 4: Remove the faucet handle.
5. Step 5: Rinse off mineral deposits.