I have a leaky bath faucet?

Question

My bathtub faucet need to be turned off with much effort. I am the only one in the house that is able to do it. The rest of the family cant give it that extra "UMF" to get the water to completely turn off. How do I adjust this?

Answer 1

you need a new seat in it turn off water then take handle off get  a good socket or wrench to fit remove nut make sure u turn stem as you take nut out  or it will strip it  there is a little rubber held in with a brass s***w after you get it apart take the seat to a hardware store get new one

Answer 2

by torking the handle you are actually making the problem worse. There are two things to consider: the stem washer and the "seat", (the part the washer seals against). both are replaceable. The washer is located on the end of the stem, (the thing that the handle is screwed to). In side, behind the stem is the seat and it is removed by inserting a tool into it and turning it counter-clockwise( use a flashlight to check it out). take these parts to the hardware store and get 2 new washers and seats. Retrn home and replace then do the other side. It's a simple job if you know how it's done,and  if you can get someone to show you, the experience is priceless.

Answer 3

The faucet stem is probably the problem. First, shut off the water to the faucet. Then unscrew the k**b. You will see the faucet stem coming out of a large nut. Unscrew this nut and remove the stem by turning out. If it is an old faucet, there will be a washer packed in there. Remove it and either clean it or replace it depending on condition. Newer faucets have "o" rings. They can also be replaced. It is better not to reuse the old rubber parts. When reassembling the thing, tighten the (packing) nut until the stem turns easily but no water leaks out.

Answer 4

It's a $14 part at any plumbing supply store.  I've done it twice.  You are dismantling the "faucet" that sticks out into the tub.  Might need a s***w released or you might turn it.  THe supply store will tell you if you buy the part.   I prefer the local plumbing supply because i can't always get a "helper" at the bigger store.   Ace and TrueValue will take time to help you. They will also have a faucet for sale that you can compare to yours when they explain.   I wish i could remember the name of the part but don't worry , there is only one part.  Maybe it's the "valve stem".   Anyway, you slide the old one out and slide the new one in.   If you slide the old one out before going to Ace, no one can use the water in the house.  If you buy the new part without having the old one with you, there is the chance you return with the wrong part ( altho these are pretty standard on all American tubs).

It made my heart beat fast to do the repair myself.  I did it.

Answer 5

If its an older faucet, the rubber ring needs to be replaced. Check with your local hardware store and they can tell you how to accomplish that.