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Article Overview: Faucets are like any other mechanical device in that they having moving parts that are suceptable to wear. Parts that can wear out on a faucet include the washer itself or the threaded mechanism.

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Faucets are like any other mechanical device in that they having moving parts that are suceptable to wear. Parts that can wear out on a faucet include the washer itself or the threaded mechanism.

Washers are small parts that seal the connection in the faucets and are either made from rubber or plastic composite materials. Once they begin to become harded or simply wear down, they will allow water to leak out. The harder you tighten a faucet the more damage that can be done to the faucet itself. Thus it is a smart idea to change them as soon as signs of leaks appear.

The first step in repairing a faucet is to locate the water valve and ensure that you can turn the main water supply off. This is important should you have an issue with the faucet. For example, applying too much pressure on a tool can cause an entire pipe to break. If the water is turned on, you will find yourself scrambling to shut off the main water supply and you risk flooding your home or business.

Once your water is turned off, take apart the faucet by unscrewing the handle mechanism. Once it is apart, you will want to examine both the washers and the threading itself. If the threading is worn or corrupted, you will need to take it in for replacement or re-threading. If worn washers are simply the problem, put them in a plastic bag and take them to a local home repair store.

In many cases home repair stores will have washer kits or even repair kits to deal with the common causes of a leaky faucet

There are several types of faucets that must be taken into consideration when planning to repair a leak faucet. Here is a list of the primary types of faucets. You should know which type of faucet yours is so that when you look for parts or try and describe it to a professional, you can do so. The four major types of faucets are ball, disk, compression, and cartridge faucets.

Ball faucets are common in kitchens and were the first type of faucet to not have a washer. Ball faucets are easily identifyable by their single handle. If you have a leaking ball faucet, you will likely have a problem with the plastic ball itself or the threading in the handle.

Disc faucets are also single handle faucets that are newer on the market. Disc faucets can be identified by their wide cylindrical body. The faucet actual contains multiple disc that allow for the passage of water and control the mixture of hot and cold water.

Catridge faucets operate with a movable stem cartridge that controls the flow of water . Catridge faucets come in both single handle and dual handle designs.

The last type of faucet is a compression faucet which is the oldest type of faucet design and is the most suceptable to leaks. Compression faucets are easy to identify by their two separate handles that screw open and close. If you have an older home and are experiencing a leaks from a two handle faucet, you likely have a compression faucet.

Leaky faucets can be considered a nuisance but at the end of the day the are a reality as faucets are mechanical and they are suceptable to wear and tear. As soon as you see signs of a leak faucet, address it. This could be by visiting a home repair store to purchase replacement washers and other parts. You might also consider replacing the faucet with a more modern and attractive unit.

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