Water Leaking From Bathtub Faucet Handle

Description of the leak.

Water leaking from bathtub faucet handle.

Experiencing leaking under your bathroom faucet handle. Faucet stems are raised and lowered when you turn the handle. This is a delta single handle model faucet. This troubleshooting document relates to centerset single hole wall mount and widespread bathroom sink faucets.

Removing the faucet handle is the toughest part of the job. Replace the screw cover if required. With this leak water will leak from the area where the handle attaches to the faucet body after the water has been turned off or while the faucet is. Pry off the handle insert with the thin blade of a pocketknife.

If your valves are stuck shut off the water main. If the stem is failing it may not be fully blocking the stream of water. Once you determine which side is leaking turn off both supply valves. 2 handle faucet parts names and identification.

Run both hot and cold water through your faucet few for a few minutes to ensure your aerator isn t clogged. Some faucet leaks are pretty obvious to spot when a faucet drips from the spout even when the handle is turned off there is no misunderstanding about the fact that your faucet is leaking. Step 2 use a flat screwdriver and use a prying motion to remove the decorative cap on top of the handle. Determine which side of your faucet is leaking by shutting off the water supply valves one at a time.

If the leak doesn t stop after the first valve is turned off it s the other line that s leaking. Faucet leaking under handle repair method 2. To replace the stem clear any rust wax or caulk from around the base then loosen the bolts that hold it together with an adjustable wrench if the bolts are located in the wall use a socket wrench to remove them. Go ahead and shut off the water to the shower you can never be too careful and want to stay dry while you work.

Shut off the water supply to the faucet and open the valves to drain excess water from the system. Step 1 turn off the water to the faucet under the sink. However not all faucet leaks are that obvious and they can occur in places other than the spout itself. This will let you know which faucet handle is behind the problem if you do not already know.

Step 3 a handle screw will now be visible remove the handle screw with a screwdriver. Over time corrosion can virtually weld the handle to the stem. Turn your water line back on remove any debris or towels from your sink and test out your faucet. Step 4 pull off the complete handle.

Start by determining if the water leaking out of the faucet is hot or cold. Reattach the handle with the set screw.