No hot water from shower

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Most likely cause & what to check

1

Check whether hot water is available from other taps — if all hot water is out, see the No Hot Water category.

2

For thermostatic mixer showers: check the temperature limit stop on the valve — a plastic disc inside the handle that can be adjusted.

3

For electric showers: check the consumer unit for a tripped circuit breaker. Also check the shower's own reset button.

4

If the mixer shower cartridge is worn, it may not be mixing correctly — replacement cartridges are widely available.

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