How to Fix a Bathtub Drain Plug

You may not give much thought to your tub drain stopper, but when it stops working like it should you quickly want to know the best way to fix your bathtub drain plug.  If your tub stopper is no longer holding water, it can be a real pain to keep filling the tub during a bath, wasting precious hot water.  Tub stoppers, overflow plates and tub drains can get corroded over time, leaving a lot to be desired if you want shiny, clean looking tub fixtures.  

If you have been wanting to replace a corroded or faulty bathtub drain plug, it is a lot easier than you may think and you do not need to call a plumber.  Save time and money by fixing your tub drain yourself, with quality tub repair products by Watco that are easy to install.  Whether you need new tub drain repair parts or a replacement stopper, Watco bathtub plumbing products are the choice of professional plumbers for long lasting, quality products with simple installation. 

Removing Your Tub Stopper

Before you remove and replace your bathtub drain stopper, you need to identify the type of drain plug you have.  If you have a lever protruding from the overflow plate, you have either a pop-up or plunger style of tub stopper.  You will need to remove the overflow plate first to remove this type of stopper.  Sometimes adjustments need to be made to the linking rod mechanism to lower the plunger more into the drain or to adjust the pop-up mechanism.  

Many times, it is easier to remove and replace this type of stopper with a new push-pull stopper and a new overflow plate.  The SimpliQuick® Tub Fix push-pull stopper provides an easy solution with many benefits and you can get the trim kit that comes with a matching overflow plate that could not be easier to install.  The Innovator Snap-On overflow plate by Watco gives that finishing touch to any tub upgrade available in many finish options to match your new tub stopper.

BuyEagle.com is the premier online retailer for quality Watco tub repair products and offers an extensive video library  where you can see specific instructions for removing different types of tub stoppers.  We also show you step-by-step instructions to install the SimpliQuick® Tub Fix and other tub drain repair projects. 

BuyEagle.com offers quality Watco tub repair products and Woodford hydrants and faucets that deliver reliable water supply needs to any commercial or industrial need. We offer knowledgeable customer service as your satisfaction is paramount to our success.  Contact us with any questions on repairing your bathtub drain plug.