Double Handle Bathroom Faucet Leaking

If your valves are stuck shut off the water main.

Double handle bathroom faucet leaking.

Step 1 turn off the water to the faucet under the sink. Turn the faucet handles to on to release any remaining water. 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.

Decide which side of your faucet is dripping closing the water supply valves one at the same time. If the leak doesn t stop after the first valve is turned off it s the other line that s leaking. Tighten the valve with the wrench to 1 8 to 1 4 turn past hand tight. Remove disassemble the old faucet.

Water still leaking if the faucet is. Before reassembling the handle turn the water back on to check for leaks. Once you determine which side is leaking turn off both supply valves. Once you have made sure there are no leaks reassemble the remaining parts.

The valve cartridge is located under the handle. Determine which side of your faucet is leaking by shutting off the water supply valves one at a time. Step 2 use a flat screwdriver and use a prying motion to remove the decorative cap on top of the handle. Solution for the leak.

Continuous leak when faucet is on or off. With this issue dirt and debris have collected in the valve cartridge which prevents the valve from properly controlling the flow of water. When the faucet is on or off water leaks from under the handle area. Step 3 a handle screw will now be visible remove the handle screw with a screwdriver.