With the advent of internet, it has become very easy for us to gain information about various topics with a single click, where it took hours of library research a couple years back. And in these days when every other guy is trying to save money fearing a layoff, it's sensible to learn some basic stuff online that can help you fix common plumbing problems without hiring a professional. On of the most widespread plumbing issue is that of a leaking spigot. This article discusses some easy to follow tips to solve this problem.

First of all, shut off the water supply so that you won't get soaked when you open the joints. Try to get an illustrated diagram of the tap and look at it carefully to under the system. A good number of faucet manufacturers provide illustrative diagrams online or may send upon email contact with them. In case you don't have access to any such diagram, then disassemble the tap and keep all parts separate in their respective order of disassembly. This will help you install the tap quickly later. Else, you may later get confused about which part should come first.

The information presented here will focus on fixing compression faucets. There are typically two handles in these faucets. First, reflect on whether the leak is really in the handle. To start, it is important stop up the sink so that you won't lose any small pieces down the drain. Then, you will have to remove the cap of the handle. Afterward, open up the screw inside and take off the handle. You can insert a screwdriver beneath the handle and push it upwards a bit to make this removal easier. However, make sure that you wrap some tape around the screwdriver to avoid any scratches around the base of the handle. In most cases, a leak inside the handle is caused due to loosening of the packing nut inside. If that's the case, then tighten this nut using a wrench. Now turn on the water supply and see if the leakage has stopped or not. If you still find water leaking from the handle, the problem is probably with the O-ring. Open the packing nut and replace the old O-ring with a new one. This would ultimately stop the leakage if it's originating from the handle.

Now if the leakage is in the spout, you will need to disassemble that. Take off the screw from the stem. You will find a washer there. Most probably, this washer might have torn out with time so replacing it with a new one may solve the problem. However, while you work at this, it'd also be great to use a scratchy surface into the valve to clean it from within. You can also insert your finger there to see if the surface is rough anywhere, which usually indicates some damage.

Though it is not that difficult to repair a leaking tap, anyone doing it for the first time can mess up with the job. So prior to starting this task, keep some plumber's contact info with you, so you can call him in case of an emergency.

About the Author

Scott Rodgers, as a plumbing expert, has been fixing leaky faucets for years. Read more plumbing tips at eLocalPlumbers.com

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