Fix Shut Off Valve Leaking at Stem

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  • čas přidán 8. 07. 2024
  • Step by step instruction showing how to stop a shut off valve from leaking at the stem.
    Water shut off valves often leak at the handle or the stem after they have been turned. It's easy to fix a bathroom sink, toilet or any other shut off valve that leaks through the stem after it's been turned.
    The packing or bonnet nut can be tightened to stop a valve that is leaking when it is open. Sometimes Teflon packing rope needs to be added under the packing nut to stop the leak.
    Check out my other videos, bookmark this channel by subscribing, it’s free! / @know-how-now
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  • @Know-How-Now
    @Know-How-Now  Před rokem +3

    Link to other Know How Now videos about water shut off valves you might find helpful: czcams.com/play/PLvce66kQTjJRuwqmH0S5Shjfj5HeRdbMr.html
    There are hundreds of videos at Know How Now, subscribe so you can always find the channel…. It’s free. I always respect your time and do my best to keep the videos brief, but informative. Check out the channel with this link:
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  • @amanburki1
    @amanburki1 Před 6 měsíci +3

    I'd been waiting for the handyman for over 2 weeks who was not turning up. Ultimately this video solved the problem in 12 seconds.

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 6 měsíci +2

      You've made good use of your time while waiting for the handyman. Good to hear you were easily able to fix the problem.

  • @dallasbiggz7007
    @dallasbiggz7007 Před 4 lety +59

    Wow, fantastic video! I am a DIYer and watch lots of vids on various topics. Rarely do you see one so well organized, thorough, and clearly explained. Hats off to you on this 5-star vid!

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 4 lety +9

      Thanks for the compliment, Dallas. I do spend a lot to time making the videos. I'm having fun making them and I like helping people solve problems. There are now over 200 how to/repair videos on the channel.

    • @josephszczesny446
      @josephszczesny446 Před rokem +3

      I was literally just thinking the same thing what a great job on this video.

    • @unbotheredmovement
      @unbotheredmovement Před 2 měsíci +1

      We as women tend to give great detail to delicate matters. I watched several vids and hers was far superior. Sorry fellas! 😘

    • @dallasbiggz7007
      @dallasbiggz7007 Před 2 měsíci +1

      @@unbotheredmovement No need to tie things to gender here. Can we simply call something great when it is, and lacking when it's not based on objective measures and leave gender/race/religion out of it?
      Greatness doesn't discriminate.

    • @unbotheredmovement
      @unbotheredmovement Před 2 měsíci +1

      @@dallasbiggz7007 I agree, but listening to her gave me the courage to tackle my valve leak. So, if you don't mind, can I shout "Girls Rock" for a lil while longer? Please and thank you! 🤗

  • @JDzAlive
    @JDzAlive Před 3 lety +11

    Why do all these videos show a new looking valve compared to mine which looks like a piece of coral?

  • @scottpadgett6663
    @scottpadgett6663 Před 2 lety +3

    Fixed my issue in under 2 minutes. Everyone should make fixit videos like this.

  • @visualmisinformation
    @visualmisinformation Před 5 lety +5

    Clarity in instructions, speaking voice and accompanying visuals. Attention to detail while being succinct. Very well done and helpful.

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 5 lety

      You are welcome, George. Thank you for the compliments.

  • @robgumpert3513
    @robgumpert3513 Před 5 lety

    I've been through over a dozen videos looking for a solution for my washing machine shut off valves and this is the only one that even mentioned "tighten the packing nut." Thank you!

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 5 lety

      You are welcome, Rob. As many others have done, please consider supporting the channel and subscribe. It's free and you will always be able to find over 200 videos on the channel (If you don't want to subscribe, check out the
      videos by clicking on the channel name). They are organized by playlist.

  • @user-dt6dl7co7y
    @user-dt6dl7co7y Před 7 měsíci +4

    Your instructions were the most clear presentation that I have ever seen about plumbing. Not only did you show what to do with its contingencies, but you explained EXACTLY how to do it. AND you did not have your hands in the way when it came to performing any of the steps. I have watched a lot of plumbing videos about replacing and fixing parts including whole house hook-ups to wells, faucets, toilets, RO systems. They are usually frustrating because they do not include all of the information that you need - usually at the critical point where you need to see how they are inserting new parts. I realize the shut off valve is an easy fix (if you are lucky) and I am going to go straight to your website the next times I have a plumbing repair to do.

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 7 měsíci

      Thank you for the compliment. I try to make every video with all of the detail needed and as short as possible. CZcams and internet search engines do not always reward this behavior and rank the videos at the top of the search page. I have many other home repair videos on the channel which are grouped by topic in the playlists. You can also search the channel's contents by typing in keywords in the search box on the Know How Now channel page. Here's the link the plumbing videos playlist: czcams.com/play/PLvce66kQTjJTz0cqcI_HDnaLbNLDONCVP.html

    • @vajamasaurusrex
      @vajamasaurusrex Před 4 měsíci

      this video saved my life. thank you

  • @pauljohansen1118
    @pauljohansen1118 Před 5 lety +3

    This video just made my day! I have had a leaking valve for the last year and a half and all i needed to was tighten the packing nut. Thank you so much!

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 5 lety +1

      It's my pleasure, Paul. Good to hear it was an easy fix for you.

  • @SouthpawAutoworks
    @SouthpawAutoworks Před 6 lety +145

    After a handful of videos, I finally came across this one. Very informative, great lighting, good up close camera angles, clear audio, steady camera, etc. Thank you for making this video. Much appreciated.

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 6 lety +8

      You are welcome. Thank you for taking the time to comment and show your appreciation. I strive to make accurate and informative videos. Please consider supporting the channel and subscribe. It's free and it will allow me to continue to make more videos.

    • @keitht24
      @keitht24 Před 4 lety +6

      @@Know-How-Now Very helpful video. It's extremely frustrating when someone feels the need to add music & try to be funny. You kept your video short, easy to understand with clear instructions & good lighting.

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 4 lety +2

      Thanks for the compliment. I am always trying to improve the videos. This one was one of the earlier vintage. There are now over 200 how to/repair videos on the channel. I am having fun making them and it's nice to hear that people are finding them helpful. Have a great day.

    • @c.davidgraves4848
      @c.davidgraves4848 Před 4 lety +4

      Agree. There are too many poorly quality videos on CZcams. It is so nice when a creator takes the time to produce a clear, understandable, high quality video.

    • @paulg77
      @paulg77 Před 2 lety

      ditto that! Great production values, wonderful audio. Poorly made videos make simple things like this difficult to do, and yours makes a simpler (but new to me) fix even easier. Kudos.

  • @boklee9833
    @boklee9833 Před 6 lety +22

    Wow! You saved me one plumber trip today! You gave such explanation in detail, and could follow it to the teeth. My leak stopped! God bless you and you may continue to use your expertise for many out there. Thank you again!!!

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 6 lety +3

      You are welcome. It always makes my day to hear that one of my videos was helpful.

  • @BillBingham2
    @BillBingham2 Před 5 lety +6

    Wow, what I need to know to feel comfortable with this repair. Thank you for your time sharing your expertise in an empowering manner. Two thumbs WAY UP!

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 5 lety

      You are welcome, Bill. Thank you for the compliment.

  • @fernandos.946
    @fernandos.946 Před 4 lety +8

    Not the Valve video I was looking for, but the one I didn't know I needed

  • @govinda102000
    @govinda102000 Před 5 lety

    I love it. First one with the valve explained where you may not actually need to replace it.

  • @daves.9479
    @daves.9479 Před 2 lety

    Excellent! 1/3 turn tighter fixed the leak.

  • @scottsimpson2525
    @scottsimpson2525 Před 4 lety +4

    Thank you so much for your clear, easy, directions on how to repair a leaky shut off valve. You saved me a lot of time and frustration. I was thinking I had to take the entire value apart and replace washers when, in my case, all I had to do was tighten up the packing nut to stop the leak. Much appreciated !!

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 4 lety +1

      You are welcome, Scott, it's my pleasure to help.

  • @1223artemis
    @1223artemis Před 5 lety

    I have a leaky valve under my sink. Watched a number of videos, but this by far was the best. Thank you.

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 5 lety

      You are welcome and thank you for the compliment.

  • @stoveman
    @stoveman Před 6 lety +1

    Great video -Right to the point with no nonsense banter. My sink water valves leaked after I closed them and reopened them after replacement of a faucet. I closed the valve, took of the handle and slid off the packing nut. Inside was plastic and junk. After cleaning that mess out. I used Nitrile O-Rings from Harbor Freight and slide two down the valve stem. Tightened the packing nut and re-installed the valve Handle. The problem was that indeed the packing washer or whatever was used had failed. The O-Rings compressed and stopped the leak.
    Thanks for the informative videos.

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 6 lety

      Thanks for the compliments and for taking the time to write about the details of how you repaired your valve. It will be helpful to others who have the same type of valve. Great idea to use O-Rings.

  • @darhopkins5433
    @darhopkins5433 Před 4 lety +7

    A very nice and helpful video. It gave me the confidence I needed to do the job. It saved me time, potential water damage AND a lot of money. Blessings to you!

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 4 lety +2

      It's my pleasure to help, Dar. Way to go on being resourceful and finding a solution & the successful repair.

  • @MorninTripper
    @MorninTripper Před 3 lety +1

    Hands down this is the best video on this subject, on CZcams!

  • @pcm7315
    @pcm7315 Před 5 lety +1

    An angel. My house shutoff valve was spraying water and I had visions of having to replace the valve. After watching the video, I tighten the bonnet nut and problem solved. This was a clear and precise presentation. Hugs your way. Thanks.

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 5 lety

      You are welcome. It's always good to hear the video was helpful.

  • @satishiyer5200
    @satishiyer5200 Před 3 lety +4

    Everything is perfect about this video! Very informative and every step was shown at a close up!

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 3 lety

      Thanks for the compliment. I try to make quality videos.

  • @thecreek7152
    @thecreek7152 Před 5 lety +7

    I can't thank you ENOUGH for this well-done, informative video! I had no idea what process was needed to stop the leaking at the shut-off valves behind the washer. But as I watched and listened to your video, it made perfect sense why the leaking was occurring at the faucets. As the comment below mentions, I couldn't find the valve rope ANYWHERE, and I was SO ready to get the leaking fixed. I decided that until I was able to locate and purchase the rope, I would improvise with "MEGATAPE" pipe thread tape. I figured I didn't have anything to lose, and it was worth a try. It was a little difficult because of the cramped space I was working in -- but I eventually got several rounds of tape wrapped around the stem beneath the nut (which I had raised up because of your instructions). I slowly screwed the nut downward, compressing and incorporating the tape into the threads. By the time the nut was seated where it needed to be, the leak had stopped! Obviously this is a temporary fix until I can get my hands on some valve rope, but for now the seal is holding. Thanks again for this wonderful insight into a perplexing problem.

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 5 lety +1

      You are welcome. Thank you for taking the time to comment about your experience....way to go on finding a temporary solution!

  • @slls693rgr
    @slls693rgr Před 4 lety +1

    Thank you! I’ve been dealing with fixing plumbing issues here and there in my house for entire month. This one just one of the issues.
    Thanks!

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 4 lety +1

      You are welcome! Best wishes for the plumbing repairs.

  • @margaretdyekman9801
    @margaretdyekman9801 Před rokem

    I watched several videos and yours was the simplest and clearest. During the repair process (I used packing material) the shutoff handle broke. Went to my hardware store, got the handle replacement and put it on, and everything is working fine and no leaks. Doing laundry now. Thank you very much!

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před rokem

      You are welcome, Margaret. Kudos to you on the successful repair.

  • @nypreap
    @nypreap Před 4 lety +6

    I truly liked the ways you carefully described things. You were very precise, thank you.

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 4 lety +2

      You are welcome. Thank you for taking the time to comment and for the compliment.

  • @SilverShadow2LWB
    @SilverShadow2LWB Před 2 lety

    one of the best descriptions of fixing the problem. Very clearly explained in good English. Thanks

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 2 lety

      You are welcome. Thanks for the compliment and for watching the video.

  • @nebesville
    @nebesville Před 4 lety +3

    I appreciate that you made sure to explain things thoroughly. I don't know the exact terms and what things are called and you explained it all so it's easy to understand. Thank you!

  • @annmarieford
    @annmarieford Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you. This explanation is much more clear and the video angles make it easier to understand than other CZcams videos on the same topic.

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 2 lety

      You are welcome, Ann. It's my pleasure to help. Thank you for taking the time to comment. I try to make quality videos.

  • @deborahfatherree5157
    @deborahfatherree5157 Před 5 lety +1

    Excellent video and easy to follow!! My faucet stopped leaking, using the Teflon tape as you demonstrated with Teflon rope. Thanks a bunch!!

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 5 lety

      You are welcome, Deborah. Good job on being resourceful and finding a solution for the problem. As many others have done, please consider supporting the channel and subscribe. It's free and you will always be able to find over 200 videos on the channel (If you don't want to subscribe, check out the videos by clicking on the channel name). They are organized by playlist.

  • @HeroofPearl
    @HeroofPearl Před 2 lety +4

    I had almost gone through an entire pack of Teflon rope trying to fix these leaks in my valve stems. You were really helpful showing the whole process of closing up the leak by continuing to tighten the packing nut little by little. Being afraid of overtorquing the nut, I wasn't tightening it enough for the leak to stop and had almost resorted to replacing the whole valve. Thanks a bunch.

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 2 lety +1

      You are welcome. It's my pleasure to help. Thank you for taking the time to comment. Your note will help other people with the same concern.

  • @erikalexanderwerner
    @erikalexanderwerner Před 6 lety +3

    This may have just fixed our problem. Thank you so much for taking the time and effort to make this video!

  • @Jbabzug
    @Jbabzug Před 5 lety

    THANK YOU! The Teflon rope and clear instructions worked perfectly!

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 5 lety

      You are welcome, Jim. Thank you for taking the time to comment.

  • @bmeksyk
    @bmeksyk Před 4 lety +5

    I just wanted to say thank you for this video, I almost left for a hardware store to buy another valve because it didn't even occur to me to just tighten up mine. You won a like

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 4 lety +1

      Thanks for taking the time to comment with some kind words and for the like. Have a great day.

  • @phantomyon
    @phantomyon Před rokem +1

    A top-notch video. Clear and concise.

  • @haroldtaylor5640
    @haroldtaylor5640 Před 5 lety

    A+++ Video! When 2 different plumbers came by the house to inform me that this was going to be a THOUSANDS of dollars job to replace the entire gate valve AND the piping to the street supply valve, I thought I’d check UTube in desperation, to see if I could find a solution.
    This video gave me extremely clear and concise info on repairing this gate valve!!! Everything worked as instructed, and it worked as stated!
    Thanks for taking the time to put such a great video together 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 5 lety +1

      You are welcome, Harold. Sorry to hear you had two bad plumber encounters. As the saying goes knowledge is power. Congratulations on the successful repair.

  • @ecuadori
    @ecuadori Před 5 lety +2

    Easy to understand the instructions for a beginner DIY with a well thought detailed information. Thank you.

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 5 lety

      You are welcome. Thank you for the compliment.

  • @schandler4958
    @schandler4958 Před 6 lety +3

    Excellent instruction on how to correct the issue. Thanks.

  • @maryharleman
    @maryharleman Před 2 lety +1

    Great video. Clear explanation without technical stuff I can't understand. Good to know I don't have to go buy expensive tools. Just what I was looking for. Thanks so much.

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 2 lety

      You are welcome, Maryl. It's my pleasure to help.

  • @pndcruisereviews3270
    @pndcruisereviews3270 Před 3 lety

    Thank you so much!!! I had to turn off my tub's hot water and cold water feeds to replace an old faucet handle and back plane (escutcheon) and when I went back to open the shut off valves after, the hot water one started dripping! Your video's first thing to do, tightening that connection, WORKED! You know your stuff! Thank you, again!

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 3 lety

      You are welcome, Paul. It's nice to hear that you had an easy repair. Have a great day.

  • @thegrouchyfish
    @thegrouchyfish Před 6 lety +5

    Thanks for the video! I tried tightening the packing nut first, but it still dripped. I then tried the packing rope, tightened down the nut, and now no more dripping. Thanks again!!

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 6 lety

      You are welcome! It's always great to hear the video has been helpful.

  • @ltjmes
    @ltjmes Před 2 lety

    I have this issue on my old toilet shut off valve and have never worked on any sort of pipes or vales before, this is very informative! After I go buy some of the supplies I need I will try and fix it up, hopefully it all goes well! Thank you for making such a great video with so much detail!

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 2 lety

      You are welcome. Best wishes for a successful repair.

  • @TomKaszuba
    @TomKaszuba Před 6 lety +4

    Phenomenal video. Instructions work perfect. Thank you. This saved me.

  • @michaelauxier7875
    @michaelauxier7875 Před 6 lety

    Very good. I was going to replace or repack the valve and all I had to do was tighten the thing!

  • @iconcept
    @iconcept Před 5 lety

    Thank you very much. I discovered a leaky valve in the basement today (Christmas day of all day!) I was about to call a plumber but then decided to do a quick search on youtube first. I simply tightened the packing nut and NOT MORE DRIPPING.

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 5 lety +1

      You are welcome. Way to go on saving your Christmas day.

  • @nw57
    @nw57 Před 2 lety

    one of the best, most complete explanations I've seen. great video, really showed what was going on. thank you, you just saved me $400 in plumbing costs.

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 2 lety

      You are welcome, David. I always enjoy hearing that the video has helped someone.

  • @kentadams2983
    @kentadams2983 Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you for this video - made the repair, no leaks now!! Thanks so much for posting.

  • @ThatEgghead
    @ThatEgghead Před 3 lety +2

    Thank you so, so much! I watched a number of videos and yours was definitely the most helpful! Cleaning off some of the deposits and packing rope seems to have fixed it 🤞.
    I didn't see any washer/fibrous material, maybe a little bit of waxy material/graphite, but not what looks to be a substantial amount. Hopefully didn't knock any/too much off when I was fiddling with the brush in the tight space 😬 but seems to be holding. Also little edge bit of the packing rope was squeezed on the threads and pokes out a bit.

  • @RichMoore-tweakin7376
    @RichMoore-tweakin7376 Před 3 lety

    I'm a licensed electrician but I've been doing property maintenance for the past 6 years. I do everything from carpentry electrical plumbing flooring etc etc pretty much everything. We have over 200 units and there's only me on a service truck. I run into my first packing nut leak today and was just going to replace the valve like I always do, but it would have cost me two or three hours to do so. Thank you for taking the time and your videos on CZcams it was a huge help and very successful to me. 💯👍

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 3 lety

      Hi Rich, it's my pleasure to help. Thank you for taking the time to write, I enjoy hearing from people who watch the videos.

  • @danielcaldwell2540
    @danielcaldwell2540 Před 4 lety

    This worked! Thank you so much. Saved me over a hundred dollars not to call a plumber. You show how easy it is to repack the valve, which I didn't realize I could do at all.
    I inadvertently closed my browser window and lost your video. When I searched for "repair straight stop valve" again, it took me about ten minutes of looking through other, less helpful videos until I found it again. Once I had your video back up it took less than ten minutes to fix!

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 4 lety

      You are welcome, Daniel. Way to go on saving yourself some money! There are now over 200 how to/repair videos, organized by playlist, on the channel. I am always trying to improve the quality of the videos. If you subscribe to the channel, you will easily be able to find the videos.

  • @dwnloadboston
    @dwnloadboston Před 5 lety +1

    After watching a bunch of videos, yours was the only one that was easy to understand and worked! Thanks for posting! Now if I only can get my hot water heater up and running again, ugh ! Cheers

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 5 lety

      Thanks for the compliment. I try to make the videos as short as possible, but still include the information that you need. Good luck with the hot water heater!

  • @Redneckriver1
    @Redneckriver1 Před 5 lety +5

    This video is clear, concise, and saved my bacon from having to call a plumber as I don't know anything about plumbing! Thank you for your simple instructions!

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 5 lety +2

      You are welcome, Brandt! As many others have done, please consider supporting the channel and subscribe. It's free and you will always be able to find the almost 200 videos on the channel (If you don't want to subscribe, check out the
      videos by clicking on the channel name). They are organized by playlist.

  • @zetaminor77
    @zetaminor77 Před 5 lety +1

    Thanks for the video and the inspiration to try fixing my valves again. I saw similar videos in the past and have had mixed results... some successful, some only partially successful, but "good enough". After watching your video, I thought I try it again, and now things are good!

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 5 lety

      You are welcome. Way to go on the successful repair!

  • @tonys4396
    @tonys4396 Před 5 lety

    FANTASTIC! I had a leaky valve, exactly the one you showed in the video. I live in NYC where EVERYTHING is expensive. Over the phone, all the plumbers I called quoted me over 100 bucks and some said I would probably have to have them replace the whole valve. They said that once it leaks from the stem, you need a new valve sweated into the copper pipes. That wold cost a few hundred dollars. I've changed washers and seats for many years but never knew how to stop the leaking around the shaft. After all the crazy estimates, I just said no. There MUST be a way to fix this myself. SO, I found your video and VOILA! I did the job and changed the washer while I was at it and it is PERFECT. Good thing you mentioned the sweet spot. YOU SAVED ME MONEY ! ! ! GOD BLESS YOU ! ! !.

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 5 lety +1

      Thanks for taking the time to comment about your experience, Tony..... way to go on using common sense and finding a solution to the problem! The channel has over 200 how to/repair videos that are organized by playlist. You can find them by clicking on the channel name. Many people have subscribed to the channel, its free, and you will easily be able to find all the Know How Now videos.

  • @drkngtliv
    @drkngtliv Před 4 lety

    My father was a master plumber, and I still found this video very helpful. Thank yoou.

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 4 lety

      You are welcome. Thank you for watching the video and taking the time to comment. I am always trying to improve the quality of the videos. There are now over 200 videos on the channel that can be found by clicking on the channel name.

  • @acacium
    @acacium Před 2 lety

    One small turn of the packing nut and BAM, leak fixed. Thanks!

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 2 lety +1

      You are welcome. Thanks for watching the video and subscribing to the channel.

  • @BearPaws_28
    @BearPaws_28 Před 3 lety

    This video just saved from a world off stress....Thanks for posting this.

  • @PS-kz9eh
    @PS-kz9eh Před 3 lety +1

    This was just what I needed to fix this problem!!! Thank you for posting this video!!!

  • @fredwehrhahn2162
    @fredwehrhahn2162 Před 4 lety +1

    Excellent video, clear and thoroughly explained. Great job.

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 4 lety

      Thanks for the compliment, Fred. It's always nice to hear the video has been helpful. There are now over 200 how to/repair videos, organized by playlist on the channel. If you find yourself with a few free moments, check them
      out.

  • @michaelbuono9826
    @michaelbuono9826 Před 5 lety +9

    The "sweet spot" is a great tip! Didn't realize... glad i didn't just keep tightening

  • @1micbrown
    @1micbrown Před 5 lety

    Seen a few videos first as others have also stated in your comments. Yours was the best at explaining things step by step. I have a leaking cold water valve going into my water heater. I tried teflon tape but not rope. Will do this tomorrow. Thank you!

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 5 lety

      You are welcome, Mike. It makes my day to hear the video is helpful.

  • @LL-cm1wz
    @LL-cm1wz Před 2 lety

    I watched 6 other videos and this one explained the best and showed the best. Big thumbs up from me

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 2 lety +1

      Thanks for the compliment... I try to make quality videos. This was an early one, so it's a little rough. The newer ones are better.

  • @johnsheridan8962
    @johnsheridan8962 Před 5 lety

    Great video, very simply explained and presented! Thanks so much!

  • @sketchhannen
    @sketchhannen Před 4 lety

    You saved me a boatload of headache under our kitchen sink. Thank you so much 👍🏻

  • @magnumbull
    @magnumbull Před 4 lety

    I love your videos. You helped me figure out a problem for a client and put money in the bank! Thank you!

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 4 lety

      You are welcome, Frank. Thanks for watching the videos!

  • @kwokshsee01
    @kwokshsee01 Před 5 lety +4

    O, that's *UNBELIEVABLE ! ! !*
    I thought for a long time it's Mission Impossible to fix my dripping tap without an overhaul,
    *BUT IT'S NOW FIXED BECAUSE OF YOUR VIDEO !!!*
    *THANK YOU SO MUCH, YOU'RE SUCH A DARLING >3< >3< >3

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 5 lety +1

      You are welcome. It's always nice to hear the videos are helpful. As many others have done, please consider subscribing to the channel. It's free and you will easily be able to find over DIY videos.

  • @BestoftheBest-oz4ei
    @BestoftheBest-oz4ei Před rokem

    Thank you so much! Fix my leak in 2 minute...1 minute was finding the wrench. Didn't need to add packing material just needed to tighten it.

  • @monkeeman1966
    @monkeeman1966 Před 5 lety

    Know How Now Your video sure helped me. Thanks. Saved me a lot of money because the packing rope was only $3.40! It stopped leaking after turning on the water supply!

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 5 lety

      You are welcome. Some times it's a little tough finding the packing rope, but it's worth the hunt.

  • @corvo6724
    @corvo6724 Před 4 lety +2

    Great video, really helped me out with a late night leaky valve. Thank you.

  • @cindynowak1265
    @cindynowak1265 Před 3 lety

    Excellent video. I had trouble lining up the handles correctly when reinserting the valve.

  • @user-bw3ho2qu1e
    @user-bw3ho2qu1e Před měsícem

    Thanks for explaining the details that other videos don't include like how many turns of the rope to use before tightening the packing nut. Etc.

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před měsícem

      You are welcome, it's my pleasure to help.

  • @ljeff46
    @ljeff46 Před 6 lety

    Thanks. This video is clear, easy to understand and helpful.

  • @siriusremyblack
    @siriusremyblack Před 3 lety

    Thank you this helped us stop our leak! Now we can return the valves we bought.

  • @pheekayes
    @pheekayes Před 4 lety

    Thank you so much! The very first video I saw was yours and the very first step fixed my leak 😀🙏

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 4 lety

      You are welcome. Thanks for taking the time to comment. There are now over 200 how to/repair videos, organized by playlist on the channel. If you find some spare time check out the channel by clicking on the channel name. If you subscribe (it's free) you will easily be able to find all of the Know How Now videos.

  • @RS-xe2uq
    @RS-xe2uq Před 3 lety

    This demonstration worked perfect! Thank you for your knowledge and video

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 3 lety

      You are welcome. It's makes my day to hear from people who watch the videos, I hope you have a great day too.

  • @holton345
    @holton345 Před 3 lety +1

    I just fixed two toilet valves using your video. I knew what to do, but it had been more than 20 years since I last had leaking toilet valves. I did a quick Google search to confirm what I remembered or fill in any blanks in my knowledge. I was right, it turned out, but until I watched your video I was afraid to do the work. Thanks very much for this.

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 3 lety

      You are welcome, thanks for watching the video and taking the time to comment. Way to go on the successful repairs.

  • @yangatwork2585
    @yangatwork2585 Před 4 lety

    Thx for making this video. It helped me fix the leaking cold water valve behind my washer.

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 4 lety

      You are welcome. Way to go on making a successful repair.

  • @minniemusicmouse
    @minniemusicmouse Před 4 lety +1

    This was so helpful and easy to understand. You just saved me a lot of money! Thanks so much!

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 4 lety

      You are welcome! It's always great to hear the video has helped someone.

  • @user-sm6sr8zz1t
    @user-sm6sr8zz1t Před rokem

    Thank you posting this great video. It helped me fix the leak in my shut off valve!

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před rokem

      You are welcome, it's my pleasure to help!

  • @plain625
    @plain625 Před 2 lety +1

    great video. You always provide clear and accurate information! Thanks!

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 2 lety

      You are welcome, thanks for the compliment and for watching the videos.

  • @atbattson
    @atbattson Před 2 měsíci

    Thanks for sharing the two types of valves first

  • @jbcanes
    @jbcanes Před 4 lety

    This video really helped. All of a sudden my hot water valve for my washing machine started leaking. I bought a new push fitting valve to replace it. Then I tried just tightening the nut and it stopped leaking. Thanks for the help.

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 4 lety

      You are welcome. Way to go on being resourceful and finding a simple solution before you replaced the valve.

  • @may_media
    @may_media Před 2 lety

    Thanks for taking the time to make this video. It is easy to follow. Well done.

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 2 lety

      You are welcome, it's my pleasure to help.

  • @gavinmitchellmusic
    @gavinmitchellmusic Před 4 lety

    Absolutely PERFECT video. Thank you!

  • @takatsu5
    @takatsu5 Před 3 lety

    Thank you! I had a very slow leak around a stem and tightened a tad. Now, no leak!

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 3 lety +1

      You are welcome! Way to go on the successful repair!

  • @scarface4u2
    @scarface4u2 Před 5 lety +2

    Thank you much! Just fixed my leak with a quarter turn!!

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 5 lety +1

      You are welcome! Congratulations on the successful repair!

  • @sandella11
    @sandella11 Před 3 lety

    Thank you! My son in law just watched this and your video helped him stop the leak. I found your video tho! Thanks for sharing this! 👍❤️

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 3 lety +1

      You are welcome, it's my pleasure to help.

  • @ny6901
    @ny6901 Před 7 lety

    thanks for your swift reply. Found that all of the old 3/4 valves had those very thin metal washers (1980's). So I assume they were manufactured that way. I've soaked them all in vinegar to remove mineral deposits. Before I put them back together I'll stock up on 5/32 rope. The one i did with your method stopped leaking..even with only the thinner rope..that lead to reworking all of the old ones laying around that had been replaced with 1/4 turn ball valves ( that I thought would last forever..).(.they are getting clogged) . I didnt try tigbtening tbe bonnet on the first one, maybe that would have prevented the leak without packing, can't hurt adding it nevertheless I guess. All that will remain is finding the rubber washers if they are available & replacing the damaged ones. Sure will save lots of $!!! Replacement brass valves that I have found are $12, $18, and $22 yikes. I have 50 of them laying around. Glad I didn't recycle them!!! Thanks again. Do you have any input on the rubber washer that screws onto the valve stem & stops the flow of water?

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 7 lety

      Thanks for commenting on your results, it may be helpful to others who have the same type of valve.
      I find that so many new things appear to be made cheaply or appear to be designed to fail that it is sometimes better to repair the old better manufactured item than replace it. If you have to pay someone to do the work it can be expensive, then the item installed quickly fails and you will have to pay to have it replaced again.
      I have two videos that show how to replace the rubber washer on the end of the valve stem. I also am adding many more videos, you can click on the channel name to find them or subscribe to the channel, it's free. If you subscribe you easily find the channel.
      czcams.com/video/GiNpQohuCA4/video.html
      czcams.com/video/fdGgog4q_NA/video.html

  • @MrGreenbakz
    @MrGreenbakz Před 6 lety +45

    I watched a few videos before this one, and yours was by far the best. I just repaired my washing machine valve stem leak, and I have a few tips to add.
    1 The big box crews may not know what packing rope is. Check online to make sure they have some. I went to one that didn't. I went to another that did.
    2. Make sure that you get the nut threaded back on securely before you turn the water back on. I thought I had it, but no I didn't. Took another trip to the water shutoff. I should have gotten the smaller packing rope. You need a few nut threads exposed to catch hold of the valve threads.
    3. The old packing in my nut was compressed to the point of being like a gooey concrete. It was difficult and time consuming to remove. Think about how the packing works. It has to be a bit squishy to close the gap around the stem. If there's no squish left, the gap won't close. If it's leaked before and been tightened to the max, you will have to clean it out.

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 6 lety +7

      Thanks for taking the time to write the additional detailed and helpful tips.

    • @jadesluv
      @jadesluv Před 4 lety +2

      Lowes and Menards both carry the stem packing material, graphite and teflon

    • @dddddd2100
      @dddddd2100 Před 3 lety

      I was wondering if the old packing material had to be removed, I have 2 of these gate valves that are 46 yrs old, they have leaked before when shut off, I would like to fix them so they don't leak the next time I shut them off when I replace the washing machine with a new one.

    • @stevegreen4643
      @stevegreen4643 Před 3 lety

      @@dddddd2100 Maybe not. It would be best to remove it if you can.

  • @1920Jimmy
    @1920Jimmy Před 5 lety

    Watched several videos on the topic. This as the best

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 5 lety

      Thanks for the compliment, Jim. Sadly, CZcams has recently stopped promoting a lot of my videos. I suspect they are too short in length, apparently, having you watch longer is better than quality. Please support the channel and subscribe, pass it along to friends. I'll need help from viewers who think the videos are good.

  • @frankcilmi2619
    @frankcilmi2619 Před 2 lety +1

    SHE WAS GREAT, THE BEST. HAT OFF

  • @winniezeng9252
    @winniezeng9252 Před 5 lety +2

    This video is so helpful! Thank you so much. I really appreciate that!!!

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 5 lety +1

      You are welcome, Winnie! Thank you for the kind words and compliment.

  • @terps91dave
    @terps91dave Před 7 měsíci

    Great video - clear and to the point. Thanks for sharing.

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 7 měsíci

      You are welcome. That's the goal of the videos, short and to the point. Thanks for the compliment and for watching the video.

  • @gypsyhayes5954
    @gypsyhayes5954 Před 4 lety

    THANK YOU!!!! This is exactly what I’m looking for. 🙏

  • @brandonbentley7646
    @brandonbentley7646 Před rokem

    Much appreciation...Fixed the problem.

  • @frankkalisz7455
    @frankkalisz7455 Před 3 lety

    Thank you. You saved me a lot of time and trouble

  • @jamessang5027
    @jamessang5027 Před 3 lety

    Excellently explained!

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 3 lety

      Thanks for the compliment, James. Have a great day.

  • @isabelmackay3833
    @isabelmackay3833 Před 4 lety

    wow thank you so much you are awesome...I couldn't figure out why it leaked if the tap was too loose. You are the best!!!

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 4 lety

      You are welcome, Isabel. It's great to hear the video has helped to solve your problem. There are now over 200 repair/how to videos, organized by playlist, on the channel. If you have a couple of moments, click on the channel name and check it out.

  • @mbussell01
    @mbussell01 Před 4 lety

    Thank you! Plumbing is not my thing, but I can tighten a nut. Your video helped me! I was planning on taking tomorrow off of work and spending 8 hours cutting and soldering pipe. It turned out that the nut was loose. Thank you!!

    • @Know-How-Now
      @Know-How-Now  Před 4 lety +1

      You are welcome. The 5 minute repairs are the best kind!

  • @oscargonzalez8518
    @oscargonzalez8518 Před 5 lety +1

    God bless you ,very helpfull video and very clear to understand.