Leaky faucets are a common issue within a Oklahoma City household. Many times these leaky faucets are due to old age, having been broken, or a number of other issues. For those who are looking to fix their leaky faucet, here are some guidelines to help.
Tighten the Faucet
Age and use can cause a leaky faucet that then drips non-stop. This is not only wasting water, but it can be very annoying to a Oklahoma City homeowner.
One of the easiest methods for repairing a leaky faucet is to tighten the handles on the faucet. However, if this does not work, it could mean they are stripped, resulting in a new faucet being needed.
Worn Out Gaskets
Water dripping from a faucet can be the result of worn out gaskets. Gaskets are located in the hot and cold water line where the handles are located. This can be a difficult job for some, depending on the tools that they have to use. However, in many cases, the gaskets have simply worn out to age and need replacing.
O Ring Issues
The O Ring is a small disc that is located at the bottom of the faucets. This can corrode or simply wear out with continued use. This will result in the faucet leaking from the handles.
In order to fix this, it does require removing the handle and replacing the O Ring. If you have a cartridge faucet, this issue is more likely to occur.
A Corroded Valve Seat
For those who have a leak around the spout of a faucet, they will find the issue is most commonly a corroded valve set. There is nothing that you can do to prevent this. The water sediments that accumulate in this area over time is what leads to the leak. In order to repair this it may require extensive cleaning, and this is something that you will have to do over the years to ensure this does not happen again.
In most cases, a leaky faucet can be repaired by a homeowner, if they have the proper tools to do this. However, if these suggestions do not stop the leak, there could be a bigger plumbing issue at work. This type of issue will require a licensed plumber to deal with.
For quality services in your Oklahoma City, OK home, call Hull Plumbing at (405) 246-9763.
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