This simple and inexpensive bathroom upgrade can be done by most anyone in about 15 or 20 minutes. All it takes is a couple of wrenches to instantly transform your bathroom sink. Tip Thebest bathroom faucetsare generally made of metal alloys such as brass or stainless steel. The Spruce / Kevin Norris Before You Begin Confirm that the new faucet will match the bathroom sink’s hole spacing configuration. Shut off the hot and cold sink water supply lines from under the sink....

A tub drain with a built-in pop-up stopper has distinct advantages. Warning In some instances, removing the original tub drain may be very difficult. Tub drain wrenches usually have two ends for different sizes of drain openings. The Spruce / Kevin Norris The end inserts into the opening with the keys fitting into the crosshairs of the drain strainer. Then you turn the tool with pliers to loosen the drain fitting....

Learn the simple steps necessary to replace a bathtub faucet. The key is learning how to remove the handles andfaucetproperly. when you land accomplished this part of the task, reinstalling the new handles and faucet is relatively easy. The Spruce / Kevin Norris Just repeat the steps to remove the second handle without an issue. Alternatively, you’re able to simply ask a store associate to help you find the correct parts....

A shower takes up less space in the bathroom, allowing more space for other features. Then, the wet wall is tiled over again (or covered with a new surround panel). This is not a good option if aging-in-place is the goal. The Spruce / Kevin Norris A project that takes a DIYer a week may take a professional team only a day or two. But one element can make the project a bit easier for DIYers: a prefabricated shower kit....

BanksPhotos / Getty Images With any substantialbathroom remodel, the bathtub will usually be replaced. Most homeowners opt to hire a professional to replace the bathtub. Tip Have a secondary bathroom with bathing facilities lined up toavoid rushing the project. BanksPhotos / Getty Images Some bathtubs, such as fiberglass and steel, start at around $1,800 to $2,600. Premium jetted bathtubs can cost around $10,000. Copper and solid-surface bathtubs cost around $7,000 to $8,000....

The electrical parts consist of the sockets and their wiring. Outdoor sockets are generally more robust than indoor sockets and often have special features that resist moisture. You should be able to find the wattage rating on the old socket, usually on a silver label. The Spruce / Kevin Norris Always ensure you’re using the correct bulb for the fixture that does not exceed its wattage rating. The socket should be tightened or replaced if tightening is not successful....

A new light fixture can make a huge difference in the look and feel of a room. The work itself is usually quite easy, though anytime you are working with electricity there is some danger. Like plumbing, electrical repairs are often fairly simple if the system is relatively new and follows accepted practices. The Spruce / Kevin Norris Before You Begin Turn the wall power switch controlling the light fixture to the OFF position....

Breakers come in many different shapes and sizes. Look carefully at the front of the circuit breaker. A small label near the reset lever will show the identification numbers you oughta find the correct replacement. The Spruce / Kevin Norris This may now put you in the dark, so check that you have a flashlight handy. All branch circuits in the panel will now be shut off. These componentsremain livecarrying deadly voltageunless the power company shuts off your service....

Reduce Splashing and Improve Water Taste Faucet aeratorsare helpful additions tokitchenandbathroom sink faucets. confirm that all of your bathroom andkitchen sink faucetshave aerators that are in good working condition. Installing faucet aerators is the easiest and cheapest way to improve the quality of your sinks' water flow. Lee Wallender What Is a Faucet Aerator? All modern bathroom and kitchen sink faucets come with aerators. Aerators are not needed forgarden hosesor exterior hose bibs and in fact, they will only hamper their performance....

Sooner or later they may need replacement. As a DIY project, this expense can range from $10 to $60 and be more cost-effective. Here’s how to replace a water heater element if it appears yours is down properly. The Spruce / Kevin Norris What is a Water Heater Element? The water heater element is the component of the water heater that physically heats the water. Each of the heating elements is controlled by a separate thermostat....

Also, check the faucet to double-check that there is a diverter valve nipple for the sprayer. If the faucet doesnt have a diverter, a sprayer cannot be installed. Remove Sprayer Flex Line Remove the sprayer flex line from the faucet body from underneath the sink. The Spruce / Kevin Norris With the hose disconnected from the faucet, pull the sprayer hose up and out from above the sink. The housing should have a gasket of some bang out around the base....

Replacing a valve is an easy-to-moderate job that requires some experience joining PVC pipe with solvent cement. When selecting the new valve, ensure the PVC adapters fit the valve sockets before leaving the store. Check with your local building department for height requirements. The Spruce / Kevin Norris The valve is closed when the handle is perpendicular to the pipe. You must connect the wires to the new valve in the same way....

Because they get so much use, wall switches eventually wear out and need replacement. Or, you may want to update the look of your switches fromtoggle to rocker-style. Read on to learn the simple steps to replacing a single-pole light switch. The Spruce / Kevin Norris Allnew switchesyou purchase will have a green grounding screw on the mounting strap. Return to the wall switch and flip the switch to confirm that the power has been turned off....