How Do You Replace A Washer Faucet?
A leaky faucet can occur for many reasons, the most common being that the washer inside the faucet has worn down and needs to be replaced. You do not need to call a plumber to replace a washer in a faucet, since you can do the job yourself in about 10 minutes with a few simple tools. Before you begin, make sure you have purchased a replacement washer that is designed for your model faucet, or have a selection of washers on hand to choose from. Turn off the water supply to the faucet. The water supply control knob will be located on the hose or pipe feeding into the faucet, usually under the actual sink. Turn the faucet on and then turn the knob until the water supply is cut off. Place your crescent wrench on the bottom lock nut at the base of the faucet. Tighten the crescent wrench until it is snug and then turn the nut counter-clockwise to loosen it. Some water may leak out when you do this but it will only be a small amount. Lift the faucet up and away from the sink and turn it over
