North Leeds Plumbing & Heating – Home Improvement and DIY Advice

If you want to fit a new electric shower always check out the existing cable and never assume that it will be suitable to use for your new installation. You might have to fit a new fuse and a new cable which goes right back to the electricity consumer unit. This is a job for an electrician. If you are not sure what is required it is always good practice to consult a plumber, or an electrician and get their advice.

Another thing to consider is how hard the water in your area is. Limescale builds up quickly inside electric showers and this is usually what finally leads to the need to replace them. Titanium lined showers which will not collect limescale deposits are available and these will give your shower many more years of life.

If you are using a combination boiler and the water is turned on somewhere else in the house the water pressure drops and the remainder becomes scalding hot, then the thermostat in the shower switches off and you freeze. To resolve this you could fit a thermostatic electric shower or even opt for a shower that uses the hot water from your combination boiler.

If you are in any doubt about the best solution for you, the best way to decide is to take a note of your current boiler type, shower type and wiring system and ask an expert to recommend the easiest and most practical way for you to fit a shower that meets your requirements.