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ConnieGCruz28
Oct 9, 2012, 04:08 AM
My water won't cut off in my shower/tub, I've turned the main water off, but how do I find the individual shut-off valve? What could it look like?

ma0641
Oct 9, 2012, 04:27 AM
Most tubs and showers do not have shut offs. If you have a single handle mixing valve, remove the handle and escutcheon plate. Then look for small built in valves that can be closed with a screwdriver. Other then that, you'll have to look for an access panel or valve in the basement, looking for a regular gate or globe valve.

ConnieGCruz28
Oct 9, 2012, 05:29 AM
The water has been running, I've cut the main water valve off, I found the shut off valve for the tub/shower but it's not shutting it off. What should I do? Will I have to replace the whole faucet?

speedball1
Oct 9, 2012, 07:25 AM
What's the brand name of your tub and shower valve? Single handle or two knobs? Leaking from the spout or past the handle? Let me know. Tom