Anyone know how to fix a leaky faucet? ?

Question

thanks. my faucet has been leaking lately, anyone have any idea how to fix it or what the problem is?

Answer 1

If it's an older faucet then it probably has rubber washers (newer ones have ceramic valves that don't use washers).  The first step is to take it apart and look at the washers to see if they need replacement (which they almost surely will).  Take whatever's left of the old ones with you to the hardware store and find a replacement to match.

Answer 2

Today must be Leaky Faucet Day...

The strategy for fixing a faucet leak depends on where the leak is coming from and what type of faucet it is.  But I'll take a guess that you're talking about a two-handled faucet. If I'm right, check the following link for step-by-step repair info:

How to Repair a Two-Handled Stem Faucet

http://www.thisoldhouse.com/toh/how-to/i...

Answer 3

Normally the main cause for a leaky faucet is due to the rubber O-rings wearing out.  It's normally pretty easy to fix.

First, turn the two water valves off under the sink by turning them clockwise until they stop.  Try turning both the hot water and cold water on to make sure that the water has actually been turned off to the faucet.

Next, look for a s***w of some sort that will allow the handle to come off.  The s***w may be hidden under a cap so you may have to pry the cap off first.  After you have the cap off, remove the s***w.  The s***w normally will take a phillips screwdriver, flathead screwdriver, or allen wrench to remove it.  Once that s***w is removed the handle should come off.  Then you can get to the guts of the faucet.  Make sure to lay out the parts in the order they go on.  If you're really worried about getting the order wrong when putting it back together, then take digital photographs of the faucet as you take it apart.  You can go back and look at the photographs later to see how the faucet goes back together if need be.

You'll want to look for either some rubber or plastic seals.  They will normally be circular.  Those seals you will either want to take to a plumbing store or store like Lowe's or Home Depot to get replacements.  A store that specializes in plumbing is your best bet.  You may want to take in a picture of your faucet and know the brand of faucet.

You'll also want to clean out all of the dirt and grime from inside the faucet when you take it apart.  Use a paper towel or an old rag to do so.  When getting the replacement O-rings, make sure to pick up some plumbers grease and put a little grease on the new O-rings before putting them back on.  This makes it so they slide easier and don't wear out so fast.  Put the faucet back together in reverse order of the way you took it apart.  Once you have it totally back together, then turn the water back on and check it for leaks.  If it doesn't leak, then you are finished.  If it still leaks, you may not have put it back together right, or may not have gotten it cleaned properly.  Or you may have missed a seal that needed replaced.

Answer 4

Its easy just turn the water off to the faucet/take the handel off/ unscrew the faucet stem/ replace the worn parts ie washer on the bottom and seat in base or cartridge if single handel type then put it back together  http://www.ehow.com/video_117402_fix-fau...