A dripping faucet is a sign of a mechanical problem, and needs to be repaired right away to avoid further damage. The leak could be causing a pool of water under the sink, or just creating an annoying dripping sound that makes it hard to sleep at night. To repair a kitchen or bathroom faucet is simple, inexpensive, and any homeowner can do it without the assistance of a plumber. The only things needed are the right tools, and basic instructions. Shut off the water to the kitchen faucet under the sink. Follow the pipes under the sink to find the shut off valve. Turn clockwise to shut the water off to the sink. Close the sink drain, and cover it with a rag to catch any dropped parts. The next step is to gather the tools needed for the job, and to determine the faucet type. Before starting the job, it is a good idea to have the tools needed nearby. Have an adjustable wrench or C-wrench handy to loosen the pipe and other parts to get to the faucet assembly. Coat the grips with duct tape to avoid scratching the fixture.

Other tools needed include a Phillips head screwdriver to remove the faucet, replacement washers or O-rings, and plumber's grease or other penetrating oil, such as WD-40 or CRC. There are four different kinds of faucets, each with their own unique style. There are several different functions and personal preferences in the construction of the variety of faucets on the market. Knowing the type of faucet, as well as the basic construction is essential before attempting the repair. Basic Fix for Leak Rubber washers seal the valve seat Replace rubber washers as they wear out Replace O-ring or entire assemblyone or two handles Replace entire assembly or O-ring if worn outone handle, ball controls hot and cold selection Replace worn out O-ring or entire assembly Compression style faucets use rubber seals, and they do wear out, and need replacement occasionally. Washerless type faucets, such as the ceramic disk, ball, or cartridge faucets often last longer than compression faucets, but each type offers an affordable and quick fix.

Remove the decorative handle from the base, remove the handle screw, and pull off the handle. Use a crescent wrench to remove the packing nut, unscrew the stem, then remove and replace the seat washer held into place by a single brass screw. Skylight Indoor Poster PaperCoat the washers with plumber's grease.House For Sale Hwy 17 Piedmont Sc Pop the stem out of the packing nut, and replace the O-ring. Chihuahua Puppies For Sale In Lake City FlCoat the O-ring with plumber's grease, reassemble the faucet, and tighten the packing nut. O-rings range in size from 3/8 to 5/8-inch, so it is essential to select the exact size for replacement. Since this type of faucet has several parts that could be causing the leak, it is easier to replace the entire faucet assembly.

Start by removing the handle's setscrew and lifting off the handle. Use adjustable pliers to remove the cap and collar, and then loosen the faucet cam. Lift the cam, along with the rotating ball and cam washer, and reach into the faucet body with needle nose pliers to remove the inlet seals and springs. Cut off the O-rings and replace them with new ones well coated in plumber's grease. Install the new springs, cam washers, and valve seats while reassembling the faucet. Remove the decorative cap located on the faucet handle. Remove the handle screw, and then tilt the handle back to remove it from the faucet. Remove the threaded retaining clip with needle nose pliers, and then pull the cartridge straight out. Remove the spout and cut off the old O-rings. Coat the new O-rings with plumber's grease and reassemble the faucet. Expose the faucet screw by pushing the faucet handle all the way back. Remove the screw and lift off the handle. Remove the escutcheon cap and unscrew the disk cylinder mounting screws.

Lift out the cylinder. Lift out the neoprene seals from the cylinder using a flat head screwdriver.  Replace the seals if they show any damage. Clean parts and openings with vinegar and a scouring pad before reassembling the faucet. If your bathroom or kitchen faucet is leaking, you need the right tools for the job. Reliable sellers on eBay offer a variety of parts, tools, and replacement faucets, all with fast and convenient shipping options. Just enter the search term or description of what you are looking for into the search bar at the top of any page for instant results. You can narrow the search results by brand, such as a Delta faucet or Kohler faucet, by price range, and even by location.After a plumber charged me $160 to tell me the MOEN cartridge did not fix my leak & I would have to replace both bathroom faucets (for another service call $$$) I found the 'lifetime warranty' papers for all the MOEN faucets in my home. The service rep told me not to go by the photo on the box.

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