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  "url": "https://www.coloradoremodeling.company/faq/when-do-i-need-to-replace-my-shower-valve-instead-of-just-the-trim",
  "name": "When do I need to replace my shower valve instead of just the trim?",
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      "name": "When do I need to replace my shower valve instead of just the trim?",
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        "text": "You need a new shower valve when you experience inconsistent water temperatures, sudden drops in pressure, chronic drips, or when switching to a different trim manufacturer. Old valves without pressure-balancing or thermostatic protection can cause sudden scalding when someone runs water elsewhere in the house. If you are updating shower trim aesthetics, most modern brands require a proprietary valve body inside the wall. If your current valve is several decades old, replacing it during a remodel prevents having to cut into walls later to fix an internal leak.",
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        "description": "Replace the valve if you have pressure drops, temperature fluctuations, leaks, or if your new trim is incompatible with the existing rough-in valve brand."
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  "description": "Replace the valve if you have pressure drops, temperature fluctuations, leaks, or if your new trim is incompatible with the existing rough-in valve brand."
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