How to Repair a Leaky Faucet Like a Pro

A dripping faucet can be annoying and inconvenient because not only does it cause a mess in your house, but it also increases your bill. Calling up a professional would be the best next logical step, but that could be expensive and unnecessary, too, especially if the cause of your faucet’s leaking is minor and only needs little repair to work.

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So what you should do is assess and find out the reason why your faucet is leaking because it most probably only needs to replace some old parts. You can do that yourself but you have to make sure to do it carefully and remember which and where did you get certain parts or screws so you can put them back on properly. Watch this video tutorial by How to House on YouTube now.

What You’ll Need to Repair a Leaking Faucet:

• Adjustable wrench
• Screwdriver
• Replacement washers
• O-rings
• Plumber’s tape

How to Fix a Leaking Faucet:

Step 1

Gather the tools that you’ll need, then make sure to turn off the water supply, usually, you can shut off the water by turning a knob under the sink, and then drain off all the remaining water from the faucet.

Step 2

Plug or block the drain to prevent any small parts from falling in during the repair, then unscrew and remove the faucet handle to access the inner parts.

Step 3

Replace the old O-ring and washer which are likely what’s causing the leak, then carefully put everything back together, and secure them in place using a plumber’s tape. Turn the water back on and check for any leaks.

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How to Repair a Leaky Faucet Like a Pro