How To Repair a Leaking Tub Faucet

Replace worn out parts in a bathtub faucet.

by Rocky Larson

From The Family Handyman Originally in How To Repair a Leaking Tub Faucet

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Step-by-Step Pictures and Instructions For Repairing A Leaking Tub Faucet

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The drip, drip, drip of a leaking tub faucet is a constant reminder to fix it. Go ahead—you’ll love the savings on your water bill!

The entire job, with special tools, may set you back $80 to $90, but that’s a lot cheaper than hiring a plumber, and usually cheaper and easier than tearing out the old faucet and installing a new one.

Worn rubber washers, seals or gaskets in the valve assembly cause most leaks. In this article, we’ll show you how to fix a stem-type valve, which is common in older, two-handle faucets (separate hot and cold). We won’t cover single-handle faucets here.