Removing A Broken Shower Arm

This video describes the process of Removing a broken shower arm from the wall. Sometimes a customer will be adjusting their shower head and it will snap off right in their hand. Leaving a small piece stuck in the wall. This is a very common problem that occurs. As Plumbers in Cape Coral, FL we see this type of issue and other similar issues often..

There are several ways for removing a broken shower arm from the wall but this video only shows one of them. We decided to show this particular method because it uses tools that can be purchased at most local hardware stores. We understand what it’s like when it’s Sunday and you can’t use your shower so we wanted to share a method that is the most practical for an emergency situation.

You probably don’t want to wait until some tool comes in the mail to remove the piece from the wall. But it you need to order a tool, we have provided a link in the box below, just in case.

The video describes how to remove a broken shower arm from the wall using a no. 10 mill file. The file in the video was purchased from a local Lowe’s store. You simply place the tapered end into the piece stuck in the wall and tap it gently to wedge it in. Then use pliers to turn the file counterclockwise to remove the piece.

If you are local to the Cape Coral and surrounding areas then feel free to give us a call for questions or to get a free quote. Our plumbers have extensive experience with plumbing service and repair issues. We are skilled diagnosticians and there isn’t any issue we can determine a resolution for.. You can call or text us at 239-203-7047..

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