How to Fix a Leaky Faucet with a Single Handle Design

[chikito72]

cool

[Fighter11115]

how did i get here from ponies?

[SteveMcCormick1234]

That worked out great! Does Home Depot have the stuff? We don't have Lowes out here in Los Angeles.

Thanks!

Steve McCormick

[Lowes]

@SteveMcCormick1234 Glad you liked the video! You're in luck. We have a store opening Feb 9, 2012 at 4550 West Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90019, (323) 617-9570

Thank you for watching the Lowe’s YouTube Channel. –Lowe’s

[greenmarine5]

@Lowes

[jmooser1]

I'm stuck on step 2, taking the handle off once I get the screw out. Once I get the screw out, the handle doesn't come off. I actually broke a screw driver trying to pry it off... That's how much it doesn't want to come off. You suck for posting this video and making it look so easy.

[greenmarine5]

@jmooser1 keep in mind Lowes was giving an instructional video....not a FAQ or a secret tips video. It's up to the home owner to utilize common sense and inginuity.

[jmooser1]

@greenmarine5 Thanks, I'll keep that in mind. I did actually end up getting it to work. The metals had corroded together so even after I removed the set pin, they would not come apart. My point is that this is a common issue (I consulted other resources to determine if I was doing this properly.) And I think it would help if the video mentioned that it could be difficult to pry apart due to the corrosion.

[AugustusOakstar]

@jmooser1 yo there is a retaining ring to unscrew BEFORE the spout is free. Need to act a little more mature regarding your last sentence, I've got grandparents who don't need to be subjected bad mouthed whining, grow up. Please.

[MannerlyKracker]

Why did I just watch this? I dont even have a leaky faucet

[tmctv4me]

I had a 12 year old Moen cartridge type. After 12 years that cartridge is impossible to remove. Gave up and completely replaced faucet.

[odog502]

Thanks. I WAS going to get what I needed from Home Depot before I saw this vid. But since this was helpful I decided to show my appreciate by buying the parts from Lowe's instead(for all 3 leaky faucets). One other note. The cartridge shown at 2:05 doesn't necessarily come out that easy. See the two plastic lips that the retaining pin goes around? I had to use needlenose pliers to twist the cartridge by those lips to get it loose. It would not come out until I twisted it loose.

[emartin1222]

This is great if you have a brand new house with shiny new Lowe's parts. Has very little to do with the real world, however...most existing faucets have copper pipe threaded right into the faucet, few have manufacturing marks, and almost all of them will require a plumber to remove.

[swimpopy]

@emartin1222, your comment is not always true. Different parts of the country, different builders, and water quality all play a part. My house was built in 1983, decent water quality, and has galvanized pipe. I have no problem repairing faucets. My brother's home, built in 2004, has bad water quality, pex piping, and cartridges need replacing frequently and are hard to remove.

[tazzy191]

oh hello i followed your instructions and we fixed our tap . thanks a lot . we saved lots of money to pay a plumber .

[scart121]

A lot of things missing from this video. Number 1 should be saying what brand of faucet he's fixing. Not all faucet come apart as easy as he shows. For the Moen tub and shower faucet sometimes you need a Moen cartridge puller and if it is a brass moen 1200 cartridge you DO NOT change the o-rings. It is likely so old from about 1980's CHANGE THE ENTIRE CARTRIDGE to a NEW Moen 1200 or 1225. The 3rd faucet with the Moen Integra with 1255 cartridge. You CHANGE THE ENTIRE CARTRIDGE. NOT SEALS.

[butcherbronson1]

@scart121 I suggest making a video yourself. I doubt anyone will criticize your work.

[Skrash3r]

@butcherbronson1 LOL!  :)

[Evansmustard]

Thanks, this helped alot.

[kikers44]

The ball! ^_^