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Why Is Your Faucet Dripping?

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Why Is Your Faucet Dripping?

You will experience drippy faucets at one time or another. When it happens, you should have an idea of why it’s happening and what you can do to stop it.


Here are some of the common reasons why your faucet is dripping:


1.It could have a broken cartridge


Do you have a cartridge-style faucet? These are the ones that come with two separate handles for hot and cold water. Each handle has a cartridge that controls how much water will come out of the spout. When it is damaged, it will not be able to control how much water will come out completely, hence the dripping problem.


2.The washer is broken


This is one of the most common causes of a drippy faucet. The washers are found in the valve seat. Due to constant use, the washers will start to wear out and this can prevent the valve seat from completely stopping water from exiting the faucet. Additionally, this can also be caused by the wrong size of the washer. If the wrong size is used during the installation, there is a chance it will lead to unwanted leaks.


3.The water pressure is strong


If the way the faucet drips is not consistent such as if it worsens if you turn the handle a different way, it could mean that the problem lies in your home’s water pressure. You need to check your water pressure with a pressure gauge or hire an expert to do it for you and install a pressure regulator. This will also protect the other faucets and prevent them from getting damaged further.


4.The O-ring is not functioning well


The faucet is also made up of an O-ring. This is a small disc that you can see at the stem of the faucet and screws in place. This is what keeps your faucet intact. Turning the faucet regularly can cause the O-ring to wear out. If the leak stems from the handles of the faucet, this could be the likely cause of it.


5.It might be due to a damaged valve seat


Another possible reason is damage to the valve seat. Check to see if the leak is coming from the spout as this is the most likely cause. The valve seat is responsible for holding the spout to the faucet and when it deteriorates, the gap could lead to leaks.


If you don’t have experience in fixing your faucet, the best thing to do is to hire professional plumbers in Coquitlam who will do the job for you. Plumbers in Coquitlam will check the condition of your plumbing in Coquitlam and see if it needs to be replaced or repaired.


Get the help of an expert in plumbing in Coquitlam such as Tri-City Plumbing & Heating for all your plumbing needs.


Aden Taylor is the author of this article. To know more about Plumbing in Port Moody please visit our website: tri-cityplumbing.net


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