How to fix dripping leaking mixer tap
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- Опубликовано: 2 май 2022
- This is how to fix a leaking dripping mixer tap. This one little trick will allow you to open up the tap to replace the cartridge. The cartridge is also known as a ceramic disk or disc and is basically the washer inside you tap which also allows you to switch from hot to cold via a lever . The concept i show you in this video can be applied to the vast majority of mixer taps. Whether you call it a mixer tap or a faucet its the exact same thing. For more DIY and how to videos LIKE COMMENT and SUBSCRIBE.
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Had to get the multipliers around the tap handle, with a soft cloth not to scratch it, to get it off. Felt like it was welded on after 11 years of gunk buildup inside there. Thanks for the to-the-point video 👍👌
Was feeling apprehensive about doing it myself but you made it soo simple. Thankyou for encouraging me to give it a go. Job done😊
Fair dinkum Bill all these little tips go straight into the brain-pan and when I'm called on for minor repairs by my grown kids, the grandkids ask, "Hey Grandad, how come you can fix anything?" "Because I'm a genius that's why."
Great presentation, Bill. Bring on the drips! 👏🏼👏🏼
Another very useful video, thanks Bill
I had no idea that this was possible, thank you so much for this how to video.
Perfect timing. Have a the exact one in my kitchen with a leak. Will save me a bit of $ and do it myself
Thanks Bill, very helpful!
It’s great! The fact that I have been watching your awesome how to’s & now want to go look for things to go fix! Super that you { soothingly} have taken the time to teach so much! Saved most all & subscribed & sent to my girlfriends so they can too! Thank you truly!
Thank you. I can fix my tap this weekend now
Brilliant 👍 I have often wondered what I would do the day my mixer starts leaking 😳 Now I'm not worried at all 😉
Thanks Bill for this awesome video, so insightful and useful. I dig all your videos.
Glad I can help people diy and save some money 👍
Thanks Bill sorted easy!
Good video. Short, to the point. Thanks.
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thanks Bill....another good vid mate
As always thanks Bill saving us all money. Cheers!
We all need the extra money these days 👍
@@billshowto Very true 👍
Thank you so so much you have saved me hundreds $
You made it so simple a task that really scared me was completed in no time at all 👍👍
Thanks Bill! Legend.
For an older mixer that has been in use for a while, suggest a screwdriver for levering mixer off and pilers for removing cartridge.
Cheers
Top job again Bill…thanks heaps.
You’re very welcome 👍
Good timing Champ 🏆 Thanks for the help.
You’re welcome 👍
Hot dayum, you rock! Thank you for the clear and concise instructions! I've liked and subscribed :)
Excellent, thank you.
Thanks Bill, I have those exact taps in my house, None of them leak thankfully but if they do I will know how to fix them. 👍
Not as common as regular tap washers but now you know just in case 👍
Thank You Bill.
Your always welcome 👍👍👍
Keep 'em coming Bill. Loving the vids brother!
I’ll do my best 👍
Thank for the tip
Thanks Bill, no need to get my plumbers licence now!
Legend! Always wondered about my mixer! I’ll do it myself now. Cheers 🍻
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2 tips as well - 1. put never-sieze or vaseline on the new tap threads thats saves them bonding/corroding when scum gets in there (and it will). 2. If you have high water pressure get a tap that says it can handle the said pressure, i have had a few fail quickly because of the high pressure OR install a PLV (pressure limiting Valve) which is the best bet - 350kpa is a good option. i did this for the kitchen tap, needed 2 valves (1cold, 1 hot) plus i put stop/shutoff valves under the sink so didn't have to turn off the mains to change the mixer.
Great video... that coloured sticker was definitely horizontal at the start though 😂
Thanks for the vid
Absolute bloody legend mate 👍
Glad I can help👍
Great video as usual. It’s quite criminal for these whole cartridges to need replacing instead of just that tiny little three ringed seal!
Yes, true. I've been at this place (in Poland) I've been renting barely 7 months and during this time the whole cartridge needed replacing twice. In UK, all I had to do was change the rubber seal perhaps once every 5 or 6 years if that.
Wow, thank you. The only thing that I could not see is the two holes at the back, it looks like three holes to me. But will find out when I unscrew the tap. I usually take a photo so I don’t forget or lose it. Many thanks again. You saved me lots of money!
The three larger holes are what the cartridge seal up against. The two smaller divots at the back will be to position the cartridge correctly 👍
@@billshowto Thank you so much. All fixed and going without the dreaded drip!👍
Thank you sooooo much
Thank you as always Bill. You are a bloody legend mate! Shit after I typed this I read the comments below. Oh well it's now duplicated, and it will stay..
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So good now I don't have to call a plumber to repair my mixer tap yaaay !!!
Another great vid 👍🏽
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Thank you so much
Absolute superstar
Wow cool!! Love your vids
Bill, you should do a bloopers video 🤟🏽
Lol trust me there is more bloopers than actual footage.
Thanks mate,
Hey Bill. Any tips on how to reduce water hammer in my pipes?
I've been looking at the Douststop Anti Hammer Water Control Valve at Bunnings but I'm not sure if it works or if its just a gimmick.
Cheers
Great video 👍👍👍
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cheers mate
Thank you
Legend
Merci👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼👍👍👍👋👍👍💥
Nice one, I too have that tap. Not leaked as yet but if it does.......
You’re all sorted👍
Any suggestions to get the top part of the tap off? I've taken the screw out completely, tried WD40 in and around the tap and some not-so-gentle persuasion with a rubber mallet but it just doesn't want to budge.
I only have an occasional slight leak at the moment so I've just been living with it but I imagine I'll have to sort it out at some point.
For £20 you could just replace it..but if you’re desperate to save a few quid, try a cloth and some grips, work it clockwise and anti-clockwise to try and free it or you can also use a strap wrench, very good for no damage removal….and more wd-40 or similar…good luck!
Hey Bill - if you take requests, I'm having troubles with my sach windows (they have the springs not the counter weights). Also wondering about best way to service the toilet which is getting backed up a couple of times a week, but doesn't appear to be 100% blocked. I was thinking of trying drain cleaner.
I usually don’t work on sash windows particularly older timber windows as many times the timber is rotted at the base and gives me too much work for a small job. They spirals can be adjusted from the base of the window by unscrewing the plate and twisting it as needed. Regarding the toilet most likely an issue with the sewer and may need to be cleared with a better . Sounds like possible tree roots👍
Another tip is always have the plug in the sink or bathtub so nothing falls down the drain.
Lol very true👍
I was looking for this comment before adding it. Those hot/cold caps are specifically designed to pop out and down drain holes 😂
After removing the old cartridge I noticed the cavity started to fill slowly with water. I replaced with new cartridge but water still seaps out. Is the entire mixer tap stuffed?
Hi Bill, how do you adjust a kitchen mixer tap that slowly falls down and turns off?
Replacing the cartridge will also resolve this issue 👍
@@billshowto thanks Bill I will source some!
Ta, sorted
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Can this be done without turning the water meter off?
If you have a shut off valve under the sink you can shut it off from there. If not you will have to turn the main water supply off 👍
having problems here. where is that small screw that attaches the handle? I cant remove the handle😫
What if the top part can't come off
Did you use a Hex Key set to undo the top part of the tap?
Depends on the style of tap, could be hex, flat or Philips 👍
@@billshowto Hex did the job. Thanks. Video was very helpful.
Has anyone tried to service/fix the failed cartridge?
Trying to change it now the bloody handle won't jiggle out after I removing screw with allen key??
Could have a bit of gunk built up. Just wiggle it side to side slowly from all angles till it comes loose
Thank you
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