Troubleshooting

Tips for Troubleshooting Your Faucet Repair

STYLE	PROBLEM	CAUSE	SOLUTION
Stem-type Faucet	Water drips from faucet spout	Worn or damaged seat washer	Replace
		Corroded or worn seat	Regrind/Replace
		Worn or damaged stem washer	Replace
		Worn stem	Replace
		Worn stem diaphragm	Replace
	Water leaks from handle	Worn or damaged “O” rings	Replace
		Worn stem packing	Replace
Ball-type Faucet	Water drips from faucet spout	Worn or damaged seats	Replace
		Weak springs	Replace
		Worn or damaged ball	Replace
	Water leaks from handle	Worn cam	Replace
		Worn cam seal	Replace
		Loose or damaged adusting ring	Tighten if loose, replace if damaged
	Water leaks at base of spout	Worn or damaged “O” rings	Replace
Cartridge Faucet	Water drips from faucet spout	Worn or damaged “O” rings	Replace
		Corroded or worn cartridge	Replace
	Water leaks from handle	Worn or damaged “O” rings	Replace
Disc Faucet	Water leaks from spout or handle	Worn or damaged disc seals	Replace
Stem-type Faucet	Faucet “chatters” or “squeals” when used	Loose or damaged stem screw	Tighten or replace
		Loose stem	Tighten
		Worn stem washer	Replace