A shower fault needs more detail than “the mixer is broken”
A shower that drips after use, runs too cold or changes temperature needs a different description in each case. Note whether other taps behave normally and photograph the control face, shower outlet and any visible manufacturer mark. Do not remove trim or adjust hidden components to find a serial number.
For a concealed mixer, the accessible service opening and replacement-part availability affect the repair. An unfamiliar finish or unbranded fitting can make identification harder; we will discuss that before treating a cartridge replacement as certain. If the proposed solution involves disturbing tiles or waterproofing, that work needs an explicit scope rather than being hidden inside an hourly repair assumption.
Chelsea covers different residential settings, so a town-house enquiry and a flat above another home need different access information. Tell us which parts of the water, heating or drainage installation are private to your property. A street address is not evidence that equipment is old or that an upgrade is needed.
For a home near King’s Road or Cheyne Walk, include the full address and any separate side or basement entrance. The council maps help check conservation-area boundaries; they do not replace address-specific permission for an external alteration.
- Which shower behaviour you have noticed
- Control and manufacturer-mark photographs
- Whether other hot-water outlets work normally
- One hour minimum charge.
- Before any extra work, we give you an estimated duration and expected labour cost to agree.
- We do not promise fixed turnaround times; visits are arranged with you directly.
- Call or bookRing 020 3858 0085 or book an engineer with your full address.
- Share building detailsConcierge, parking, lift access, key holders and where stopcocks or boilers sit.
- Agree before workEstimated duration and expected labour cost agreed before anything extra.
Good to know.
Can a concealed shower be repaired without replacing it?
It may be possible if the correct service parts are available and accessible. We need to identify the fitting and fault first; replacement is not automatically necessary, nor can a repair always be promised.
What does plumbing cost in Chelsea?
£120 + VAT per hour (£144 inc VAT), with a one hour minimum. Before any extra work we give an estimated duration and expected labour cost for you to agree.