FIX A LEAKY FAUCET

For my 2nd instructable we will tackle a leaky faucet. This will cover your basic $25-$50 dollar kitchen or bathroom faucet. Some may vary slightly but it's all basically the same. I've replaced several units with new ones,kept the old ones,rebuilt them and now i have several "backups" for my home.

Step 1 FIRST STEP

Here we go. First turn off the shut off valves under your sink. Next turn on faucet,if water still drips out of faucet wait a few minutes to see if it stops.Still dripping? If it is then your shut off valves are faulty. Don't panic. Locate the MAIN water shut off for your home and turn it off. Still dripping? CONSULT A PROFESSIONAL !!! LOL If it's not dripping let's continue. Gently pop off covers with a knife "C" and "H". If you lop off the end of your thumb apply pressure and re apply the missing part of your thumb with super glue LOL Not bleeding? Let's continue.

Comments

[mohe37]

I have replaced the the parts I removed from the the faucet handle, as instructed, but now instead of a slight drip, there is a steady stream of water. What did I do wrong?

[lemonie]

A few questions have been asked on the subject, now we have an answer!

L

[Capt. Howdy]

Glad to be of assistance,

[lemonie]

The assistance will be appreciated by the next person to ask the question (bookmarked) - and thanks again. L