Shower & tap repair in Calahonda.
Dripping tap, broken shower mixer, low flow, or a showerhead caked in limescale — tell us what's happening and add a photo. We'll get you a fast, clear response in English.
Tip: A photo of the tap or shower — especially the mixer or brand — helps us identify the right parts and give a more accurate quote.
Common shower & tap problems in Calahonda
Worn washer or ceramic disc — very common in Calahonda with the hard water.
Often a blocked showerhead from limescale. Can also be a pressure or valve issue.
Thermostatic cartridge usually. The mixer stops blending correctly as it ages.
Scaled-up ceramic disc or cartridge. Can usually be fixed without a full tap replacement.
Failing seal or grout around the tray or tiles. Needs sorting before it causes structural damage.
The cartridge has failed — it's meant to blend the water but no longer does.
Showers and taps in Calahonda — the limescale problem
Calahonda has some of the hardest water on the Costa del Sol. Limescale builds up inside showerheads, tap cartridges, and mixer valves faster than most people expect — often within a year or two of fitting. If your shower pressure has dropped gradually, a blocked showerhead is almost always the first thing to check. Soaking the head in white vinegar overnight can help short term, but if the internals are scaled up, replacement is usually the better option.
FAQ — shower & tap repair Calahonda
Is a dripping tap worth fixing?+
Yes. A single dripping tap can waste thousands of litres of water a year. In Calahonda, the hard water also means dripping taps leave limescale deposits that get worse over time. It's a simple fix that pays for itself quickly.
My shower pressure is fine but the water won't get hot. Why?+
This is often a thermostatic mixer cartridge issue — very common in older showers. The cartridge wears out over time and stops blending hot and cold water correctly. A photo of the shower mixer helps us identify the type and get the right part.
Can you replace shower heads and fittings?+
Yes. If you want to upgrade your showerhead, change a mixer, or replace old fittings, we can help with that too — not just repairs.
The tap handle is stiff and hard to turn. Is that a plumbing problem?+
Usually yes — it's often a worn cartridge or a ceramic disc that's scaled up from hard water. It can be repaired without replacing the whole tap in most cases.
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Shower or tap problem in Calahonda?
Send us a photo and describe what's happening. We'll get back to you in English with a clear price.
Same-day visits are limited. Morning requests go first.