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@Jeff H Young - Lastly, Breplum has commented that the notch compromised the stud - and it should be replaced or, at least, sistered. However, your explanation re: a garage door makes sense. It doesn’t appear that he changed anything on the ends of the wall - at least, not on that side of...

@Breplum - I didn’t hire the “idiot“ who did this work - the plumber was engaged by my former contractor (who was engaged by my significant other after receiving recommendations from two of his law partners). Due to a couple issues with my former contractor’s work (initially laying pvc liner...

@Sylvan Thanks - I feel a little bit like a prized Guinea pig right now. This is such a rare diagnosis (= orphan disease) that there are several doctors interested in treating me. I just wish that there was a more “standardized“ treatment plan. I was diagnosed with systemic mastocytosis...

@Reach4 - so. are you saying that the reason the hot and cold lines are extended that way is to provide a better anchor for the line to the shower head?

@James Henry - Well, that doesn‘t surprise me. There were a few things that this guy did incorrectly - and when I questioned him, he became very upset. Luckily, we have a master plumber coming on Tuesday - he will be replacing the rough-in valve with the new valve with integrated diverter...

I think the photos will post now -

My photos won’t load because the files are too large. I need to figure out how to fix that

First, this wall was supposed to have a shower head + hand held shower wand. Unfortunately, my previous contractor said that he forgot. I purchased a combination Delta rough-in valve + diverter to replace the newly installed universal Delta HF shower valve. I asked a few plumbers to provide...

I just read this post - I am so sorry to hear this. My thoughts and prayers are with Terry’s family and friends. I was recently diagnosed with mast cell leukemia - it’s extremely rare. I’m not sure what my exactly what my treatment will consist of yet - am waiting for some additional tests...

I have had huge issues related to two bathroom renovations. I FINALLY have a finished shower - after not having a functioning shower in my home for several MONTHS. The Delta universal tub/shower valve was installed many months by a licensed plumber. My tile contractor finished my upstairs...

Terry - attorneys are great when they’re part of the family! My sister and brother-in-law just recently sold 8 high end women’s clothing stores - I used to provide quite a bit of free legal work for them (my practice is focused on commercial real estate development + business law). Although...

Reach4 and Terry - it’s difficult for me to get a precise measurement because the drawers are in the way. I tried to reach in with iPhone + tape measure + right angle = difficult. It looks like it may be at 4” or maybe just a bit above. It’s definitely not much below 4” (if it is at all). I...

I just added better photos - easier to get under sink area using my iPhone + flash helps! TERRY - sounds like you were in a crazy situation!! I don’t understand why building houses - and giving him the carpentry work, would make him want to physically fight you! I know that I’m going...

I realize that because (i) I am so upset about what’s happened, and (ii) felt the need to explain what’s happened so I don’t look like I’m a COMPLETE idiot, I made my post much longer than needed. I have a serious health issue - systemic mastocytosis. Stress GREATLY affects it - which has...

I am stuck in renovation hell. And I’m about to have a nervous breakdown! First contractor was hired to completely renovate master bathroom + replace vanity/sink/toilet/install floor tile in a second bathroom. All of the work by first contractor in the second bathroom was finished 13 months...

MTy - thanks for your reply - I appreciate the insight. I am going to call Build.com in the morning. I think that they will be more helpful than the customer reps who answer the phone at Delta. Tuttles Revenge - I agree with your thoughts. I already have that valve - and I’d rather have a...

As I explained in a previous post, I am trying to have all of the rough-in valves + trim kits ready for when my new plumber is hired (had to let previous contractor go due to not building shower pan to code + using wrong adhesive for marble shower wall tiles). I have a freestanding tub that I...

Terry - thanks for posting those charts. I have decided to replace the tile surround in another bathroom while the contractor is here working on my master bathroom. While the current valve/trim is working fine, it was installed in 1996 (and is not a brand I recognize - it’s a builder’s...

I have had an extremely rough time having my master bathroom renovated. I’ve received help from pros over at John Bridge Forum re: shower construction and tile installation - however, I have a few questions re: plumbing. I’ve purchased a few Delta trim kits + rough-in valves - and need to know...