Leaking bathroom faucet
#1
10-21-05, 10:00 AM
Leaking bathroom faucet
My house was built in 1973 and I think the Moen faucet in the bathroom is vintage from that time. When I run the water, there is a small leak coming out underneath the hot water faucet (under the faucet itself, leaking into the cabinet). I replaced the cartridges on both faucets, but that didn't stop the leak. Am I right in thinking I need to reseal the connection between the faucet and the hot water line? With plumbers putty or some other sealant? Hopefully it's something simple that even a rank amateur as myself can handle.
#2
10-21-05, 10:30 AM
Member
Carla, Welcome to the DIY Forums.
Is the hot water leaking all the time or just when you turn it on? The faucet itself could have a pinhole that cannot be repaired. If it is not leaking when not turned on, this is probably the problem.
Replacing the whole faucet is a simple project. We can help you if you decide to do this. Good luck and reply back with any further questions or comments.
Is the hot water leaking all the time or just when you turn it on? The faucet itself could have a pinhole that cannot be repaired. If it is not leaking when not turned on, this is probably the problem.
Replacing the whole faucet is a simple project. We can help you if you decide to do this. Good luck and reply back with any further questions or comments.
#3
10-21-05, 12:19 PM
It only leaks when on.
Yes, the water only leaks when the faucet handle is turned on. And it doesn't matter if it's the hot water or cold water that's been turned on, it only leaks beneath the hot water connection part of the faucet. When I jiggled the connection last night, trying to get it to unscrew, the leak increased. But it still only leaks when the faucet handled is turned on.
If replacing the faucet is an easy fix, I'll try it. This particular Moet faucet is a 2-handle job, handles being 4" apart. I appreciate any assistance you can give to this plumbing amateur.
If replacing the faucet is an easy fix, I'll try it. This particular Moet faucet is a 2-handle job, handles being 4" apart. I appreciate any assistance you can give to this plumbing amateur.
#4
10-21-05, 01:28 PM
Member
Thought you might like a preview of the process. This will give you an idea of what has to be done. We are always here if you have any questions about the process. Click on the link below to view the process.
http://www.doityourself.com/baths/h2replaceafaucet.htm
http://www.doityourself.com/baths/h2replaceafaucet.htm
#5
10-21-05, 02:03 PM
Thank you!
Thanks for the link and for the speedy reply. Having just about no knowledge of plumbing, I have no idea what "slip the washer over the shank and thread the locknut up the shank" means. It's like a foreign language! But I can follow directions fairly easily, which hopefully will come with whatever faucet I buy, so I don't forsee any problems. This will probably be a very good, simple home repair chore for me.
Thanks again.
Thanks again.
