How Do You Fix The Cold Water Faucet In A Shower?
A leaky shower faucet can be annoying and wasteful. Calling a plumber to fix it will definitely be a drain on your wallet. Luckily, a cold water faucet is an uncomplicated piece of equipment. A cold water faucet consists mainly of a handle that is attached to a valve stem. A bonnet nut holds the valve stem in the faucet body. This allows the stem to move up and down when you turn the handle. Fixing a leaky faucet is as simple as replacing the bonnet packing and the washer on the bottom of the stem valve. Turn off the water, usually in the bathroom or basement, by turning the shutoff handle clockwise. Turn the faucet to allow any remaining water to drain. Locate and remove the screw that holds the faucet handle on. The screw may be hidden under a snap-on cover on the faucet. A screwdriver or utility knife can be used to pry the cover off. Remove the screw. Remove the faucet handle. You may need to use the screwdriver as a lever to pop the handle off. Clean off any lime or dirt from the
