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These are a relatively easy to repair even if you are not real handy. Identify the model faucet and purchase the applicable rebuild kit. There will be a hundred videos on youtube to show you exactly how to do this. In most cases it should only take 15-20 minutes. Oh yeah, do this during a weekday so in the event you run into issues and need to call a plumber. You really don't want to have him come on the weekend!
My kitchen sink faucet won't completely turn off. I've turned off the main water source to the kitchen sink. Is this a temporary solution until I can get this fixed? thanks
You may have the wrong size or shape of rubber washer. Or the washer may have cracked. The shut-off valve below should work until you get it fixed. It would be a good idea to also find your main shut-off at the meter and any intermediate shut-offs for sections of the house.
You may have the wrong size or shape of rubber washer. Or the washer may have cracked. The shut-off valve below should work until you get it fixed.....
Looks like a contractor grade faucet. Very cheap and probably not worth rebuilding. Buy a new one with the built in hose. You won't regret it and they are very easy to install. There are lots of YouTube videos that show you how.
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It's a very simple fix.
Loosen the set screw holding the handle on. Remove handle. Unscrew the holddown, which keeps the ball and spring in place. Remove said parts, and bring to any big box or hardware store to match it up. Reverse to install. Much, much easier than trying to wrestle out an old faucet, of which you do not need.
You may have the wrong size or shape of rubber washer. Or the washer may have cracked. The shut-off valve below should work until you get it fixed. It would be a good idea to also find your main shut-off at the meter and any intermediate shut-offs for sections of the house.
How do you locate the main shut-off and shut it off?
Thanks I shut them off. Is there any consequence to having these off for an amount of time until I can figure out a solution?
Just be aware that the old fashioned plastic shutoffs are VERY delicate. They don't like a lot of On & Off. I've replaced all of mine with the brass ones.
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It's a very simple fix.
Loosen the set screw holding the handle on.<>
For certain values of easy. This screw is often a hex socket Allen set screw, not a tool in the typical homeowner tool box. It is often corroded as well.
Add an Allen wrench set and penetrating oil to your purchase of the appropriate cartridge or kit.
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For certain values of easy. This screw is often a hex socket Allen set screw, not a tool in the typical homeowner tool box. It is often corroded as well.
Add an Allen wrench set and penetrating oil to your purchase of the appropriate cartridge or kit.
"How do I know? I just do."
Hah! Yeah, I've done this so many times I tend to forget the little pitfalls, like proper tools.
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