Updated On: September 10th 2025<\/p>\n
You use running water in your home every day. When you reach for the knobs or handle that controls the flow of water into a sink, shower, or bathtub, you have the option to get cold or hot water, or a blend of both. You probably know the exact combination of the two that\u2019s the most pleasant for you.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n But did you know that there\u2019s a hidden mechanism in your plumbing to make <\/span>sure<\/span> that you don\u2019t get an unpleasant surprise of extremely hot <\/span>water? It\u2019s<\/span> called the <\/span>mixing valve<\/span>, and without<\/span> it,<\/span> your daily supply of water could become dangerous.<\/span><\/p>\n The term \u201c<\/span>mixing valve<\/span>\u201d has the general application of meaning any device in plumbing that controls the mix of hot and cold <\/span>water. While this provides a comfortable temperature,<\/span> in most cases, a <\/span>mixing valve<\/span> isn\u2019t designed simply for comfort; it serves as a critical safety mechanism that will keep you from accidental scalding due to high temperatures.<\/span><\/p>\n The danger of scalding water from your plumbing exists because water in a home needs to be stored at high temperatures <\/span>(often 120\u00b0F or more)<\/span> to prevent bacterial growth. Without the regulation of a <\/span>mixing valve<\/span>, this water might flow directly from <\/span>your shower head or faucet <\/span>and cause you injury.<\/span><\/p>\n While they serve a similar purpose, there are two main types of valves used in modern plumbing systems:<\/span><\/p>\n Like any mechanical part, a <\/span>mixing valve<\/span> can wear out over time. If you notice any of these issues, it’s a strong sign that your valve needs professional attention:<\/span><\/p>\n Because a <\/span>mixing valve<\/span> is <\/span>so<\/span> important for protecting you and your family, whether showering, <\/span>doing the<\/span> dishes, or washing your hands, you need to take good care of your plumbing.\u00a0 If you’re experiencing any of the issues above, it’s time to call a professional.<\/span><\/p>\n The licensed plumbers at Modern Plumbing Industries have the expertise to inspect, repair, and replace all types of <\/span>mixing valves<\/span>. A visit from one of our local plumbing professionals will ensure your system is safe and provide peace of mind. You can<\/span> fill out our form<\/span><\/a> to have a member of our team get in touch with you about scheduling an inspection or repair.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" You use running water in your home every day. When you reach for the knobs or handle that controls the flow of water into a sink, shower, or bathtub, you have the option to get cold or hot water, or a blend of both.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[176],"tags":[307,80,36],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.modernpi.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3224"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.modernpi.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.modernpi.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.modernpi.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.modernpi.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3224"}],"version-history":[{"count":7,"href":"https:\/\/www.modernpi.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3224\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":5184,"href":"https:\/\/www.modernpi.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3224\/revisions\/5184"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.modernpi.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3224"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.modernpi.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=3224"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.modernpi.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=3224"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}What is a Mixing Valve and How Do They Work<\/span>?<\/span><\/h2>\n
How a <\/span>Mixing Valve<\/span> Protects Your Family<\/span><\/h2>\n
Types of Mixing Valves: <\/span>Thermostatic vs. Pressure Balance<\/span><\/h2>\n
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4 Common Signs of a Failing <\/span>Mixing Valve<\/span><\/h2>\n
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Trust Your Plumbing to the Professionals<\/span><\/h2>\n