A dodgy faucet is one of those tiny household annoyances that somehow becomes a soundtrack to your life. That steady drip, drip, drip feels harmless at first, until it’s the wee hours of the morning and you’re awake and you’re reconsidering every decision that led you to living with a leaky tap.
You should – and will – call the pros like Bluefrog Plumbing.But many foster issues are surprisingly easy to tackle on your own. Let’s take a look at some simple tips to help you to fix that stubborn faucet without turning your bathroom into a splash zone.
Call in the professionals.
As we said, you can call the experts like Bluefrog Plumbing. That’s the best thing that you can do if you’ve got any kind of plumbing issue or leaky faucet. Why? Because sometimes you don’t want to go in there with all the pipes and fix it yourself. Sometimes you want somebody else who already knows what they’re doing to get it done. When you call in, the professionals make a point of showing them exactly where the drip is so that they’ll be able to get it fixed in no time.
Turn off the water.
If you plan to do it yourself and before you touch a single screw, find the shuttle valves under the sink and turn off the supply. Twist them clockwise until they stop. If your home is older or the valves are stuck, which happens, you might need to shut off the main water supply instead. Once it’s off, open the faucet to drain whatever remains in the line. This step saves you from unexpected face-fulls of water and flooding.
Plug the drain.
Small screws love disappearing into drains like they’re auditioning for a magic trick. Prevent that heartbreak by plugging the sink with a stopper or even a rolled up towel. It’s a tiny little step in this process, but it does keep your sanity more intact.
Identify the type of faucet you’ve got.
There are a few common types of faucets. Compression, cartridge, ball, and ceramic disc are popular.If you’re not sure which one you have, don’t worry. Most come apart in similar ways. The goal here is simply to understand what you’re looking at once you start pulling it apart.
Remove the handle.
Most faucet handles are held in place where the screw is hidden under a decorative cap. Pop off the cap with a Flathead screwdriver. Unscrew the handle and gently wiggle it off. If it’s stuck, don’t force it like you’re opening a jar of Pickles. A little bit of penetrating oil or patience will make the difference.
Clean out any mineral buildup.
Before reassembling anything, clean out the valve seat area. Hard water deposits love to make themselves at home in your faucet. A little bit of white vinegar and a cloth will clear it out in no time.
Once you’ve done this, put everything back in the order that you removed it and take photos along the way if you need some help. Turn the water back on slowly and test the faucet. No more dripping. Congratulations, you’ve just fixed it without swearing or flooding the room.
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