Double Handle Bathroom Faucet Leaking

With this issue dirt and debris have collected in the valve cartridge which prevents the valve from properly controlling the flow of water.

Double handle bathroom faucet leaking.

Install the new valve by screwing it back into the faucet turning clockwise. At the underbody tighten supply line nut if it s at the point where your supply line connects with the faucet there s a chance your. Once you determine which side is leaking turn off both supply valves. If the leak doesn t stop after the first valve is turned off it s the other line that s leaking.

Continuous leak when faucet is on or off. Faucet leaking under handle repair method 2. Water still leaking if the faucet is. When the faucet is on or off water leaks from under the handle area.

Determine which side of your faucet is leaking by shutting off the water supply valves one at a time. If your valves are stuck shut off the water main. Step 3 a handle screw will now be visible remove the handle screw with a screwdriver. Solution for the leak.

Once you have made sure there are no leaks reassemble the remaining parts. Before reassembling the handle turn the water back on to check for leaks. Step 2 use a flat screwdriver and use a prying motion to remove the decorative cap on top of the handle. Decide which side of your faucet is dripping closing the water supply valves one at the same time.

Tighten the valve with the wrench to 1 8 to 1 4 turn past hand tight. Turn the faucet handles to on to release any remaining water. Remove disassemble the old faucet. Replace supply line if it s still leaking at the supply line the seal on the supply line might be worn.