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Most of us have probably experienced this, a leaky faucet in the middle of the night that totally screws up our sleep. Knowing that you have a leaky faucet will not only keep you awake because of the irritating sound, but will also trouble you, knowing that if this continues, your bathroom might be flooded in the morning.
In this article, I will provide you with a series of steps on how to fix a leaky faucet in your bathroom. This will be clarified that anyone can actually do it without the need for a plumber. One basically has to inspect the worn out rubber washer or the O-ring. These two things, when worn out are the main reasons why faucets leak and require some attention.
First thing you need to do is determine the type of faucet, whether it's a compression faucet which has hot and cold handles, or non-compression faucet which has only one lever or knob. The instructions below cover repairs for a non-compression faucet.
Step One: Shut off the water at the stop valve itself and not just turning off the cap. This should be located below your sink. Determine also if the leaking water is either hot or cold, that way you can easily determine which pipe is damaged.
Step Two: Remove the drain then remove the screw that is holding fastening the handle to the faucet. Some can be removed by a screwdriver or a simply prying it with force.
Step Three: Remove the nut and the stem. It would be easier if you use an adjustable wrench or a pair of pliers to lock the nut. Then carefully lift up the stem from the faucet. The packing nut, and the valve stem are all removed by turning them counter clockwise.
Step Four: Using your pliers, hold the stem assembly. Slowly remove the screw that is holding the washer in place. Remove the washer and take all these parts to your nearest hardware store to determine the cause of the leak and what parts need to be replaced. This is the only step wherein you will need the intervention of an expert.
Step Five: After buying all the replacement parts, let's assume of course that you have bought a new washer. Place the washer against the base, flat side first then put the screw back in, holding the washer tight. You may want to add some lubricant around the threads as this will ensure easier removal in the future. Replace the packing nut and then the handle.
If your faucet continues to leak, then you might need to check some other parts of it like the valve, or you may wish to check the O-Ring. Whichever case it is, this might already need some plumber assistance as these things might be too complicated for a normal person. Nonetheless, the steps above will be your guide in how to fix a leaky faucet in your bathroom.
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