| 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 |
| Faucet “chatters” or “squeals” when used |
Loose or damaged stem seals |
Replace |
| Loose stem |
Tighten |
| Worn stem washer |
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 adjusting ring |
Tighten if loose, replace if damaged |
| Water leaks from spout or handle |
Worn or damaged body O-rings |
Replace |
|
| Cartridge Faucet |
Water drips from faucet spout |
Worn or damaged O-rings |
Replace |
| Corroded or worn cartridge |
Replace |
| Water leaks from spout or handle |
Worn or damaged O-rings |
Replace |
|
| Disc Faucet |
Water leaks from spout or handle |
Worn or damaged disc seals |
Replace |
