How to repair a leaky kitchen sink tap


 Prepare

Start by shutting off the water to the mains in the house, rather than simply turning off the tap. Locate the main switch and turn it off, then run water through the tap until it dries. This will prevent fountains from forming when the tap is turned on. Close the tap again.

Accessing the valve unit

Before any other operation, insert the filter or plug into the drain. This will prevent small parts of the kitchen sink tap from flowing down the drain and being lost. Next, it is necessary to remove the decoration from the top of the leaky sink tap. You need to pry it off with a flathead screwdriver or a knife. Set it aside to put it back on later.

You will now be able to see the fixing nut, which will have to be loosened with the adjustable spanner. Use adhesive tape on the jaws of the spanner to avoid scratching the sink tap. Turn the spanner anti-clockwise until the retaining nut is removed and set it aside. Now you have reached the valve. Using the spanner, pull the valve out of the sink tap.

Washing machine

If you hold the valve upside down, you should see the washer at the bottom. This is held in place by a screw. Remove the screw and pull out the old, worn washer. Look through your selection of washers until you find one of the same size. Insert it into the valve and replace the screw, so that the washer is firmly seated on the valve.

Replace

Push the valve all the way into the valve, ensuring that it is inserted correctly. Failure to do so will result in water leakage once the tap is reopened. Take a few extra seconds to make sure it is inserted correctly. At this point, replace the sealing nut, turning it clockwise with the spanner. Take care not to over-tighten the nut. Reposition the decoration over the tap.

Test

Turn the water back on to the mains, then open the tap to let the water run briefly. Turn the water back on and observe whether the sink tap is still leaking. If not, the problem is solved. If not, it is possible that the washer is the wrong size. Turn off the water and dismantle the tap, replacing the washer with one of the correct size for the tap.

Call the Emergency Plumber in Worcester. We are 24 hours available.

Location: Worcester, UK

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

24-Hour Locksmith Services Coventry

Image
Residential Locksmith Services In Coventry Area Emergency Locksmith Services in Coventry provides professional residential locksmith services in Coventry and the near areas . We collaborate with technicians who're able to provide vicinity residents with fast, efficient, and reliable locksmith services . TRUSTED | PROFESSIONAL | LOCAL We assist you to steady your property, protect your family, and provide you with the peace of mind you deserve. We know the fine details of key duplication, intelligent key structures, automotive keys, and lots more. Locksmithing and protection are our passion, and we’re right here 24/7 to assist each one of the clients discover the safety solutions they need . Emergency Locksmith in Coventry provides plenty of residential locksmithing services including: Emergency Locksmith 24/7 Door Installation And Repair Burglary Repair Services Lock Repair And Replacement Door Frame Repair Window Repair In Coventry, 24-Hour Locksmith Services Our name is what we
Read more

How to drain the hot water tank

Image
 The hot water tank or water heater must be emptied once or twice a year because it can accumulate mineral deposits and sand. This causes the hot water tank to lose its efficiency and you have access to less hot water. Emptying the water tank is easy, here are the simple steps to do it. Switching off the water heater For gas hot water tanks, turn off the main gas switch, for electric hot water tanks, turn off the switch. Shut off the water supply to the tank. Allow the tank to cool for about two hours. Connect the garden hose Connect the garden hose to the drain valve at the base of the water tank and place the opposite end of the hose outside to drain the water. Allow the water tank to drain completely Open the hot water tap and the drain valve to ensure that the tank drains completely. After draining the tank, carefully reopen the valve that supplies cold water; wait at least five minutes and close the tank drain valve. Remove the garden hose. Close the tap with the hot water tap op
Read more

Troubleshooting water heater problems: Noisy pipes

Image
 Noisy pipes can be caused by problems with the water heater. When you start hearing noises in the water pipes, these can be caused by air or lack of air, obstructions and blockages in the water line. Here are some steps you can take to identify the problem. Water hammer Water hammer is a dull sound that results from the sudden pressurisation of the water line caused by the rapid closing of a tap or other water valve. The water rises rapidly, causing a loud hammering sound in the pipes. This damages the pipes over time. Water hammer only occurs when water is not flowing. You can rule out water hammer if you hear the noise while the water is flowing. Shut off the water supply to your house and drain the water from the pipes by opening a low tap, such as an outside tap or a tub. Turn off all taps and turn the water back on in the house by opening a tap and closing it. If you do not hear the clunk noise, the problem is a water hammer. Clunk noise Toilet ball valve - A damaged or faulty to
Read more