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A leaky faucet is usually due to a warn out washer or faucet cartridges and handle.
This is a fairly common household problem in fixing it yourself is
relatively easy. Here's what you'll need.
crescent wrench or socket wrench,
pair of pliers,
screwdriver,
a set of hex keys if necessary,
and replacement washers and or faucet cartridges.
First shut off the water under the sink;
Whether you have a one or two *** sink you should replace all the washers why you
have the same disassembled just to cover all the bases.
To gain access to the faucet hardware you'll probably have to remove a
discreetly placed handle screw or *** cover usually with just a tiny
phillips or hex screwdriver.
With these covers removed, use a screwdriver to unscrew the ***
hardware.
Then use a crescent wrench, socket wrench, or pliers to take out the faucet
cartridge.
Locate the washer at the tail end of the cartridge; some are held in by a screw
but most just pop out.
if the cartridge itself is old or damaged, you should replace the whole thing.
It's a good idea to have your local True Value Hardwarian match these for you.
They all differs slightly, and buying the wrong one means an extra trip to the
store.
Once you've replaced the washers or cartridges reattach the *** hardware.
Replace the covers or handle screws.
Then turn the water back on and give it a try.
Tf it's still dripping make sure the cartridges screws are tight enough or
consider replacing the faucet completely.
Need more expert advice? Stop by your local True Value Hardware store and ask
a Hardwarian.
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