2007-01-13 07:45:22 · 4 answers · asked by a b 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
the leak is in the faucet. i hate to see water being wasted. help!
2007-01-13 09:06:49 · update #1
You need to fix the faucet.
The fix will either be a rubber gasket, an O ring, or a cartridge - depending on your faucet.
Keeping it leaking offers a rich source of food for bacteria, and leaves pesky hard water deposits on sink.
These are rather easily done on a DIY basis. If you need additional help, return to Y!Answers, or go to your local library -- they have excellent DIY manuals available -- great graphics.
You can also visit various DIY sites => This Old House, Bob Vila, Danny Lipford, Ron Hazelton, Hometime, etc.
Good luck
2007-01-14 17:08:37 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Where is the leak? The drain pipes, or the faucet, the seal on the edge of the sink?
Post and edit and I'll try to help
If it a faucet with two handles that you turn then replace the washer, if it's the one handle type you can get a kit to replace the O-rings and seals. MAKE SURE YOU SHUT THE WATER OFF, trust me, it'll make a mess, and yes I did it once.
It you can't get a kit it's not that hard to replace the whole thing. We had an off brand faucet and that's what I ended up doing.
Good luck
2007-01-13 16:18:17 · answer #2 · answered by Richard 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If it is leaking around the drain, a simple sealant should do unless it is cracked. Worst case is replacing the basin (sink). It just depends on where the leak is originating from.
2007-01-13 16:10:20 · answer #3 · answered by Chi Guy 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
replace the rubber seat .
2007-01-13 17:38:12 · answer #4 · answered by pomohud 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋