First time homeowner wondering about the order of operations to replacing our alcove shower/tub.
Hello!
We recently purchased a split-level home with 2 full bathrooms. Using the downstairs shower is a pleasant experience, but directly above that is our master bathroom, which experiences noticeably less water pressure even when it's the only thing running. The toilet takes several minutes to refill after flushing, bidet performance before and after flushing is night and day, and the shower stream is serviceable but just not as strong as downstairs. Oddly, the sink is fine.
Both the shower/tub and its plumbing is in desperate need of updating. The diverter valve is attached to the tap instead of the faucet, which is something we hadn't seen before. A This Old House video also has me assuming that an outdated mixing valve is what's causing temperatures to fluctuate when other water-using appliances are on. Anyway..
I'm just trying to figure out who to call first to do what, or if there is a one-stop shop sort of way to handle both diagnosing and fixing the water pressure issue while also updating the shower/tub at the same time. Any leads are appreciated! Especially if those leads are local to Charlotte, NC.
