Kitchen Faucet Leaks at the base. Easy Fix!
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- čas přidán 15. 06. 2024
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Kitchen Faucet Leaks at the base when turned on? This is an easy, do it yourself fix! Repair your kitchen faucet!
Replacing the O-rings on your kitchen faucet only takes about 5 Minutes and it can save you some headache and prevent damage to your cabinets. This Fix works the same way on almost any brand of single handle faucet, Moen, Delta, Price Pfister, Koler, aquasource, American Standard.
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00:00 Introduction
00:14 Turn off the water
00:27 Remove the Handle
01:30 Remove the Neck
02:37 Replace the O-rings
04:07 Grease the O-rings
04:53 put the Faucet back together
06:36 Test it for leaks - Jak na to + styl
Thank you so much for this! This is the best video on CZcams explaining how to fix this problem. This is exactly what I needed :)
No problem! Glad I could help :) I love hearing the success stories!
Dame, this is exactly what I was looking for.
Great vidio very. helpful.😊
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Always cover the sink drain hole to prevent anything, screws, etc from falling through.
Definitely good advice.
Too late i lost that allen screw : )
@@supa3ek could be in the trap
Most important advice would have been to plug both sinks to avoid dropping bits down into the pipes.
Yes! I have mentioned that in other repair video that I have done. But I guess i neglected to mention it in this one… It’s typically a good idea to plug the drains. I’ve dropped screws down there before and it’s never a good time.
I came here to write that as step 1. Lol
Excellent point.
I was thinking the same thing.
Well wife won't be happy knowing she not getting a new faucet... Thank you for the money saving video!
Haha! You are welcome :)
Really appreciate the links to the O Ring set and grease!
No problem. Happy to help!
Thanks a bunch. Went down to Ace and picked up a couple O rings and installed. Problem solved. Beats having to replace the entire faucet.
Awesome! I love to hear the success stories. It's definitely cheaper and easier than replacing the whole thing.
Not being the greatest fix-it man as I wasn't taught by my dad ; watching your video was most informative. Now I know what I need to fix the annoying leak is a set of rings and that silicone lubricant, I am going to search which hardware stores have these items , as we have Ace, Home Depot, and a Loews in my area. I'm still going to have to have some help from my Church brothers, though , as I have very bad arthritis in my joints. But I can at least get the materials we'll need for this easy project ! Thanks for your channel and clear, no-nonsense detailed step- by- step instructions, Sir. And thanks CZcams for posting this 😊.
Glad I could help!
All of those hardware stores should have what you need. The Lowe’s and Home Depot where I live probably have a better selection than the Ace keeps in stock. There are a range of sizes, so you will need to know the brand and model if you are going to try to purchase the specific size you need (this usually cost 1-2 dollars) or you can buy a variety pack that has a bunch of sizes (this usually runs more like $10)
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Bardzo za to dziękujemy! To najlepszy film na CZcams wyjaśniający, jak rozwiązać ten problem. To jest dokładnie to, czego potrzebowałem :)
You are welcome! Happy to help.
Very detailed. Thank you for sharing. This was a tremendous help😊.
You are so welcome!
Definitely trying this!! Awesome precise video
You've got this!! This is one of those DIY projects that can save you a lot of money over calling a plumber.
Thank you Roscoe!!!!! I could not afford a new sink and I found a cheap little pack of various O rings at a flea market fix it guys stand. It has the ones I need! And I am not plumber efficient. LOL But I can do this. THank you so much
Happy to help! Glad you got it all fixed up :)
Thanks. Feeling confident like a plumber.
You’ve got this! No problem :)
Thanks for the easy instructions.
You're welcome! Happy to help :)
I'm so grateful for this video. We've been living with a minor leak for months because our faucet has a gold colored finish and they're very hard to find these days. I usually hate working on plumbing, but this went fine (other than the shutoff valves being frozen - glad my brother recommend Kroil). I I can't believe there was nothing in the manual for this faucet about these o-rings :(
you are so welcome! Thank you for commenting. I love hearing the success stories!!
This is so helpful! Thanks for posting this! 😁
No problem! Thank you for supporting my channel 😄
@@RoscoReviews will a crescent wrench 🔧 work instead of those big red ones I don’t have
To remove the collar off of the top, it depends on the brand of faucet. Sometimes there is a hexagon shape on top that you can grab with a crescent tench. But, often it’s a smooth sort of dome shape. This will take a pipe wrench or a pair of adjustable pliers large enough to grab it.
Thank you!! Thanks to you, my leak is fixed. While my faucet is different, thanks to you, I was able to avaid purchssing a new faucet like I thiught I may have to. Thank you, thank you!
Awesome! Nice work. I always love hearing the success stories.
Thanks from Hungary ! I needed Your Video !
You are welcome! Thanks for watching :)
Excellent video! Thank you, need to do this exact thing.
No problem! Glad I could help :)
These mixers are great, so reliable and rarely leak. Run for decades no problems, don't know about the chinese cheapies but the older ones made in Australia are great.
I have a bunch of these in my rentals. They have held up pretty well.
Great job! Thanks for the video.
Thanks for watching!
Perfect video. Thanks man!
Thanks! Happy to help :)
I might actually try this myself. It looks relatively easy. Thanks for this!
No problem! It’s a pretty easy fix. You can do it!
I can't wait for mine to leak!
Ahhhh....you just saved me a bunch of money.
Thanks SO much for the instruction! 😊
Awesome! That's why we do this. I love hearing the success stories!
thanks for the demo and info, have great day
Thanks, you too!
Thank you Sir!!
I need to do that in my kitchen.
No problem 😌
I have the exact same faucet. Now to follow your procedure. Your video is the very one I wanted to see and thank you for making it.
You are very welcome! Glad I could help :)
What on earth is a faucet
seriously, this is terrific ~ thankyou
You are very welcome!
Excellent job...thank you
Happy to help!
Thanks. Excellent video
You are welcome!
Thank you so much for this !
You're so welcome!
Fingers crossed our replacement goes this easy! Off we go!
You've got this! just remember to turn off the water before you start. just in case.
Brilliant...excellent explanation thanknyou🎉🎉🎉❤
Glad I could help 🤗
Thankyou! Very straightforward. No Bla-Bla-Bla with long "ancient histories"
No problem! Glad I could help :)
Thanks Rosco ! I really do appreciate it Bud ! I
Happy to help :)
Couple extra tips:
1. A pick works better than a screwdriver to remove the o-rings. Less potential damage to the groove and easier removal of the o-ring.
2. Silicone in the groove BEFORE re-installing the o-ring allows better silicone coverage.
3. Soak the chrome parts (spout, retainer ring, etc.) in vinegar to remove the scale and deposits so it looks better and functions better. Any scale left inside the spout where water has been leaking past the o-rings will tear up the new o-rings faster.
Very good suggestions.
Very nice, indeed! Thank you for the video.😀
My pleasure! Thanks for watching :)
Thankyou you're very helpful
No problem. Happy to help!
Rosco rules ! Merci pour le conseil !
Thanks! No problem :) happy to help.
Thanks...Really appreciate the Video
You’re welcome! Glad I could help.
Excellent thanks
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Thank you!
No problem! Glad I could help :)
Thanks from Poland :)
No problem! I was just in Europe a couple of months ago, but I haven’t been to Poland yet. Hopefully some day!
@@RoscoReviews it turned out that to get to the seals I had to dismantle the entire tap :D Of course, the seals purchased earlier also have a different size. the fun continues on Monday. Poland is nice place to visit, there is a lot to see :)
I need it too, thank you for your video.
You are welcome! Glad I could help :)
Good show thanks
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Thanks for sharing ❤❤❤
No problem! Happy to help :)
Just a big thanks!!
Glad it helped!
Life saver! Thanks. We have same model. Will be doing this as soon as I buy the silicone grease, the rubber rings, and the sediments filter mesh or whatever it's called (ours broke...)
No problem. Glad I could help!
Thanks! 👍🏻
No problem! Thanks for supporting my channel 😀
Beautiful stuff. I am now a subscriber. Two things I liked about the video:
1. No background music while you were talking and explaining everything. That allowed me to watch and listen and pay attention to what you were saying. I wish all YT would knock it off with background music when they are talking. It is extremely distracting and annoying. I've been told people like the music. Beats me as to why. Unless it is a music video or a dance video, we don't need any music to listen to an aviation person telling us about aviation incidents and related matters or a DIY channel when the host tells us how to do something.
2. You explained the process in clear and easy-to-understand steps to the point that I was thinking, hey, even I could do it. I bought a house and will be moving later on this month, so I am hoping to not to have to use this skill for a while. But it is good to know about.
Thank you.
Thanks for the feedback! I agree with you on the music. I’ve put it on some videos before but I think with the DIY instructional videos, it kind of gets in the way.
Thanks for the support :)
Thank you.
No problem. Glad I could help :)
Nice job. I do have one thing I always do is to put the drain plug in until all the little parts are secured. I’ve had to take apart more than one drain to learn that.
Yeah. For sure! I have mentioned that in other videos. But I neglected to say something in this one. It’s always a good idea to cover the drains. Fishing out screws is a pain.
@@RoscoReviewsIt's the little things in life that bite you in the you-know-what. Thanks for the reminder (you too, tcbink).
Hi, very EZ, thanks!!!!
No problem! Glad I could help :)
Greate narration think you chef
Thanks! Happy to help.
Thank you so much
You are very welcome :)
Reminds me of my old builders grade sink and faucet that came with my house as new construction in 1980. Instead of repairing the leaky faucet I bought a new cast iron Kohler sink and a new Kraus faucet. Removed the old sink and faucet as a unit and had the new sink and faucet already hooked up. All I had to do was apply some plumbers putty along the perimeter of the countertop, drop the sink in place and make the connections to the water shutoff valves. So much easier than crawling under the sink trying to remove the hardware for the faucet.
Yeah. If you are wanting to upgrade anyway. Then when it starts leaking is a good time to do it.
Good job
Thanks 😊
Thank you
You're welcome! Happy to help :)
We need this to eliminate leaks in our homes
This is a really common one that pretty much everyone has to deal with eventually.
Thanks!
You are awesome! Thank you :)
One small tip Rosco. Put the plug in the sink, or cover the hole. Just in case you drop any small item in there.
Yes! For sure. Always cover the drains. Fishing screws out of there is extra work. Lol
Good video!😎👍🏻
Thanks! Happy to help :)
Great, thanks, been wondering how to solve that. I've found lanolin grease to be a good alternative to plumbers grease. Doesn't tend to wash away over time anywhere near as fast, lasts for quite a number of years.
That’s interesting. I’ve never tried that. I have seen some “food grade” lanolin products. So those should be safe for this kind of application.
Bad advice. The National Rubber Compatibility Chart says it's not recommended for nitrile butadiene rubber, which most o-rings for plumbing applications are made of. Lanolin contains small amounts of acids and alcohol.
@@mikecee3058 Thanks for looking into it. I've been using it for around 25 years in domestic applications and never had to change out any of the o-rings. I've re-greased some of them after ten years or so and not noticed any unusual degradation. CRC Lanocote for example seem to be pretty adamant it doesn't harm rubber or neoprene and contains no acids so for myself I'm happy to carry on using it because of its superior longevity. However if that's what the chart says it would be prudent to follow its recommendation.
@@mikecee3058 I hate to ask but I must what about using petroleum jelly does that ruin the o-rings.? That's the only grease that seems around my house.
Good video!
Thank you 😊
thanks sir i love it
You are so welcome! Happy to help.
Great repair demonstration!
Well done
Thanks! Glad I could help :)
Thank you sir!
You are welcome!
Thanks
You’re welcome!
Good job Men 😊
Thanks. Happy to help :)
Thank you very much. I want to point out when I took the top o ring out, it was extremely loose. Not knowing that its expansion after years of use was the cause of the leak, I went out to buy an "identical" ring only to find that it does not solve the leak problem. Fortunately, someone from Home Depot later gave me the correct size for free and told me about the expansion and I finally stop the leak.
This is good information. It was really nice if Home Depot to get you the correct size for free!!
My faucet doesn’t seem to have that set screw in front and of course no brand marking !
Very informative and a job well done. Suggestion put a strainer plug or a small piece of cloth on the drain hole so to prevent something falling in the drain. Thanks again
Yes! It is always a good idea to plug the drains. I should have mentioned that in the video. Fishing out the pieces isn’t fun. lol.
Very nice
Thank you! Happy to help :)
Thank you, and the helpful commenters! Trying to sell a house and this saved me money!!!!😊
Awesome! Good to hear. Glad we could help 😄
Thanks. I have the same model and after 40 yrs of use it’s starting to leak around the base. I have seen some people push up the handle as they run the water and that is a No No. Release your hand from the handle when the water is running. The pressure on the handle causes more problems down the road. Also put something in the sink tub like a cloth to keep small parts from falling into the drain. Lesson learned on that here. Thanks again
Wow. 40 years is a good run! Where I live we have really hard water and it tends to make all of the rubber seals on pretty much everything wear out in 10 years or so.
Suggest soaking the parts with calcium build up in vinegar while putting on O rings etc. removes build up easily. Also use Channel lock to remove top retention ring vs. large pipe wrench
That could be very helpful particularly if you live in an area with really hard water.
Channel locks could work, a strap wrench also works well and might save the finish on the pieces.
To change that o ring not need water off
Good job,,men
Thank you 🤗
Thanks for your Video. I forgot buy the slime vial and I have Vaseline replace 😄. Again Thank you very much.
No problem! Happy to help :)
Excellent video ! But I can't help it, but I gotta say that for many, the fun begins when you start bending allen keys and the screw is seized !
Getting the handle off is often the hardest part. I have even had the cartridge break off trying to pull the handle off after I had removed the set screw. They can get pretty stuck on there.
Cool Allen wrench
Thanks! 🔧
Nice
Thanks for watching! I hope it was helpful :)
Is MUCH better to get a brand new faucet 😁😁😁😁😁😁
New faucets are nice. But they definitely cost more than a couple of o-rings. 😂
Depends on the budget!@@RoscoReviews
Thanh you
Your welcome :) happy to help.
Thank you so much it worked like a charm exactly as you. Did I did and I'm back in business not a drop of water? It's dropping anymore god bless
Awesome! Glad I could help :)
Cover those two drains to prevent screw drop into them, very important
Yes! This is always a good idea.
Great job!
Can you do you next video on changing the seals and guides on a 1990 Mercedes? Thanks in advance.
Haha. If I can find one here, I’m in!
@@RoscoReviews I got tried of waiting for you so I did it myself and now my facet is leaking-----damn!
I put these types of stickshift faucets in a few years ago, but I wish I had just fixed and stuck with my old Delta two-knob kind. They had lasted several decades and were easy to adjust the desired water temperature. I don't like fumbling with this single handle type.
I guess I’m kind of the other way. I grew up with the single handle faucets, so that’s always been my preference. It probably just depends on what you are use to.
Can you still get the spare parts for your Delta? If yes, please provide the info. Thank you.
Thank you for this video! What if it is leaking even when off under spout and base?
It’s thought to say without looking at it. But it could be coming from the cartridge. Or it’s possible that the faucet itself has started to leak somewhere and it may be time to replace it.
Now i can fix my moen kitchen faucet leaks, then charge my landlord for repair. Thanks for sharing
Nice! Good luck. It’s a fairly straightforward fix. You’ve got this!
I love the way that Allen screw came right out. Well, I have been trying every way suggested to turn a stuck Allen screw.
But I have not tried a drill bit to start a hole and then use a left-handed screw to withdraw the Allen screw. Does that sound right
to you ? Otherwise, it looks like I'll just have to buy one whole new faucet, ouch, $$. Thanks for your suggestions, Art
I’ve had those set screws be pretty stubborn. If you have an Allen head screw that is stripped out, then a removal tool is probably the best bet. And I think that is what you are referring to when you say left handed screw. I wouldn’t think you would need to drill it first though. I would turn to the drill after the removal tool didn’t work.
A torx bit worked better for me than the Alan wrench
Great video! I am still waiting for my plumber to fix my leaking kitchen faucet, not sure if he forgot me or not. In two days my first rental guests arrive for the summer. My leak is also dripping under the sink towards the front up under the "hole" of the faucet mount, is this the same issue by any chance? I am sure you won't be able to help me in time, but I am a 62 yr old lady who is desperate to get this fixed and now. Thank you! Your video is by far the best I have watched so far.
If it’s dripping underneath the sink only when the faucet is on and flowing water. Then there is a good chance that it is the same issue.
@@RoscoReviews, thank you! This morning I fixed it! Yes, leaking underneath stopped as well. So relieved, though I did go out and buy another "Delta" faucet, just in case. Feel the power of a new O-ring....!!!! Thank you again for a great video, this one helped me the most. Woot! Woot!
Awesome!! Nice work! glad you were able to get it fixed :)
If you don't have any plumbers grease, l have used Vaseline on the rings. Use some fine steel wool to clean up the faucet and remove water deposits.
Good advice!
Once i unfastened the handle i found out that my large nut was loose. Once I tightened the nut all was working good. No leaks and I did not need to replace anything. Mind you ....I had to tell the wife that it was a major repair and took me hours to fix. So she made me a steak dinner with mashed potatoes and gravy and apple pie.
Haha. Nice work! A job well done. 😂
Pathetic.
Since I bought a Price Pfister lifetime guarantee faucet 30 years ago, I contacted them to find out how to get the spout off(couldn’t get it to budge). They wanted a picture of the faucet and sent me a brand new one, free of charge. I’m guessing that is why you can’t find replacement parts in stores.
That is awesome of them to stand by their guarantee!
What the hell is a faucet?, when it's around from the video it looks like a tap to me and to every other person in every country in the world. What's wrong with you yanks
If there's water leaking then the cartidge probably should be replaced. There should be no water getting in there and the O-ring replacement might be temporary. Moen and Delta give free replacements of the cartidge - bring the one you take out to Home Depot and they provide the cartridge at no cost or call the manufacturer. The Moen replacement include a new cap and Allen wrench. The Allen key that worked for me is 3/32".
This is good advise. If you are opening up the faucet anyway, its not a bad idea to go ahead and replace the cartage anyway. especially if you can get the parts for free!
@@RoscoReviews The
I'm kinda handy k,,,,,butknowing and seeing what you just did helps one hellova lot....
Awesome! happy to help :)
I looked very closely at the top part of my leaky kitchen faucet, and I can’t find that little pin that you’re supposed to loosen first to start what’s supposed to be an easy repair ! My doctor says you can also use Vaseline jelly on the O-rings when I’m replacing them ? Is he correct? My local Ave hardware said to bring in the old rings and they’re pretty sure they have them in stock. They also told me that O-rings come in hundreds of sizes, so it’s important to make sure you get the right size. BTW my old faucet is a Moen brand if that really matters.
Moen is a good brand. I highly recommend them. Some of the Moens the screw is on the top. The top cap pops off and there is a screw underneath it.
Most hardware stores keep a good selection of sizes.
Vaseline is probably better than nothing. The hardware store should have the silicone grease too, and it’s pretty cheap.
Any recommendations if the screw for the Allen wrench is stripped?
You could try the rubber band trick. Where you sort of shove a rubber band (needs to be the wider kind) between the Allen wrench and the screw. Then it will have the rubber in there to help it grab.
Another option would be to put a little bit of supper glue on the end of the wrench. Stick it in there and wait a few minutes for it to set up. Then try to unscrew it. If that works you will probably have to throw out the screw. But if it’s stripped than you probably don’t want it back in there anyway.
What kind the material or name tube (white and blue) he have push on while o ring push already?
I think you are referring to the silicone grease. I put a link for it in the description of the video. it helps the neck of the faucet turn smoothly and increases the life of the seals.
One of the reasons to live in an apartment. Someone else can fix it!
Haha. That’s actually exactly what my job is. 😂
When I move the faucet spigot, the handle rotates with it.
I am glad I saw this video, I didn't know how easily this came apart. What would cause the spigot and the handle to rotate together?
Your faucet mounting nut below sink top may be loose , if o rings become seized and stuck it can turn the entire faucet left and right
I would tighten the nut underneath and replace the O-rings. I would bet that would solve the issue.
Very helpful video. I had to call a plumber because the seals were shot and frankly easier to replace the whole unit than obtain the seals and i was under pressure. Frankly not impressed with the design of the taps.
Yeah. Sometimes, depending on the age of the unit, it’s easier to replace the whole thing than to try to fix it.