A shower that’s too hot can also be uncomfortable and even dangerous. But don’t worry! You can modify your shower to be just right, and enjoy that nice, warm wash without being burned. So let’s talk about what to do if your hot shower is too hot.
Too hot to handle? If your shower is too hot, here are a few things you can try to correct it. First, try to find the temperature control on your shower. This is the one that allows you to control how hot or cold the water is. If the water is too hot, adjust the control to a lower setting to cool the water.
Another item on your list is the hot water heater in your home. Sometimes, the heater is cranked up too high and the water is too hot. If you suspect that’s the issue, you can turn down the temperature on your hot water heater to cool down the shower water.
Assuming you tried turning down the temperature, if your water is still hot hot hot then you may have a broken temperature sensor. This component verifies how hot the water is, and helps to keep it at a safe temperature.
One way to prevent your shower from becoming scalding hot is with a temperature limiter. This machine ensures that the water doesn’t become hotter than a certain temperature when brewing, helping to keep you safe and your coffee delicious!
If you continue to run into issues with too-hot showers, it may be time to replace the thermostatic valve. This is the value that regulates how hot the water in your shower will be. If it’s defective, it may overheat the water.
You’ll also need to replace this valve, which is definitely something that should be left to a professional, so you should also arrange for a plumber experienced in handling shower systems to come over. After that, after the valve is replaced, your shower should be a nice temperature again.