Faucet leaking under handle repair method 2.
Two handle faucet leaking.
First determine the source of the leak.
If water is still dripping you need to replace the cold stem right handle.
If water is leaking from underneath the handle onto the counter the stem of whichever handle is leaking needs to be replaced.
If water is dripping from the faucet turn off the hot water supply valve under the sink.
Step 1 turn off the water to the faucet under the sink.
Step 3 a handle screw will now be visible remove the handle screw with a screwdriver.
Faucet is leaking or dripping from the handle.
Remove the retaining clip or nut.
How to fix a dripping or leaky single handle faucet.
With this issue dirt and debris have collected in the valve cartridge which prevents the valve from properly controlling the flow of water.
Solution for the leak.
Causes of the leak.
Step 4 pull off the complete handle.
Unscrew the set screw to remove the handle.
Continuous leak when faucet is on or off.
Description of the leak.
Learn to repair three types of single handle faucets.
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 still on.
Step 2 use a flat screwdriver and use a prying motion to remove the decorative cap on top of the handle.
Causes of the leak.
2 handle faucet parts names and identification.
Ball cartridge and ceramic disc.
When the faucet is on or off water leaks from under the handle area.