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Mira 415, replace with new shower

Windsor70 Posts: 147 Forumite

29 November 2009 at 12:04PM edited 29 November 2009 at 12:42PM in In my home (includes DIY) MoneySaving

Hi

I have a Mira 415 (2001 year) combi shower, its leaking like mad and I have been quoted alot of money that I dont have to fix it. I think a cheaper option would be for me to buy a new shower and get a plumber to fit it. Is it possible that someone could recommend a shower that I could buy to replace it please?

With many thanks in advance for your help.

Julie

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ormus Posts: 42,714 Forumite

29 November 2009 at 1:05PM

http://www.plumbworld.co.uk/mira-415-spares-seal-pack-0-8789?CAWELAID=205024753

might be worth trying a seal service pack first?
12 quid.
easy enough diy job.

Get some gorm.
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Windsor70 Posts: 147 Forumite

29 November 2009 at 1:12PM

Thanks for your reply.

In was told it would need a new cartridge and because it has been leaking for a while, that irreplaceable damage might have been done??? I have been made redundant recently, so have to watch my purse strings closely especially with Christmas looming. The water flow from the shower head has gone from just drips to a constant stream of water. Its costing me a fortune in gas aswell.

If I were to replace the shower completely, is it something a complete novice could do as well?

As always, all replies very much appreciated.

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Canucklehead Posts: 6,254 Forumite

29 November 2009 at 1:15PM

Windsor70 wrote: »

Hi

I have a Mira 415 (2001 year) combi shower, its leaking like mad and I have been quoted alot of money that I dont have to fix it. I think a cheaper option would be for me to buy a new shower and get a plumber to fit it. Is it possible that someone could recommend a shower that I could buy to replace it please?

With many thanks in advance for your help.

Julie

Good afternoon: try the Shower Doctor...expert advice on the technical forum and and spares for your 415.

HTH

Canucklehead

Ask to see CIPHE (Chartered Institute of Plumbing & Heating Engineering)
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Windsor70 Posts: 147 Forumite

29 November 2009 at 1:19PM

Thank you, I shall look at both links provided.

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