Repair Leaky Shower Faucet

Поделиться
HTML-код
  • Опубликовано: 29 окт 2024

Комментарии • 295

  • @apollyonzorz
    @apollyonzorz 9 лет назад +276

    Love this video, its not a sterile and clean like other instructional vids. its messy, nothing cooperates, and he hurts himself, just like what i go through when i fix stuff.

    • @kidherder
      @kidherder 8 лет назад +2

      I totally agree. I was trying to think how to say the same thing. One thing I was wondering was if it would have been worthwhile to use a wire brush or a Scotchbrite pad to clean the gunk off the valve stem before adding the washers. Since it worked I guess not.
      Thanks

    • @thegreatbaruc8741
      @thegreatbaruc8741 6 лет назад +2

      Dude nice video. Try wearing some gloves next time. Thanks this video helped out a lot

    • @rwkde
      @rwkde 6 лет назад +4

      I'm having the same type of plumbing day! Thanks for sharing....nice to know I'm not alone!!!

    • @kylepark176
      @kylepark176 4 года назад

      lol yep same:)

    • @butterification
      @butterification 3 года назад

      True!

  • @David-fg4nu
    @David-fg4nu 8 лет назад +124

    This is the most realistic tutorial I've ever seen

    • @earcamera
      @earcamera 4 года назад +6

      I would expect more cursing! Lol

    • @butterification
      @butterification 3 года назад +2

      True! Blood 🩸 and all 😓

  • @JohnGemhunterDX
    @JohnGemhunterDX 10 лет назад +47

    When removing or installing always have stem in open position so you don't damage washer retainer cup. Also,when old washer is missing look in port (hole) for old washer pieces before you reassemble. Good job!

  • @caseypaleos3266
    @caseypaleos3266 8 лет назад +35

    great video from someone who is clearly (a) a regular, intelligent guy that (b) understands the basic laws of physics well enough to explain this process in simple, direct manner without a ton of jargon, so that it makes sense to people coming in with no prior knowledge, like me. i wish all instructional videos were like this! thank you!!

    • @Makify1
      @Makify1  8 лет назад +1

      Thank you for the compliment! I'm glad you liked the video.

  • @26greyhound
    @26greyhound 10 лет назад +47

    I truly enjoyed the reality of this repair. I learned what I think I'll need and appreciate you spilling blood on my behalf. ;0)

  • @kaliko70
    @kaliko70 9 лет назад +10

    Thanks Makify1! That was a really down-to-earth video for "regular folks" like us, and the fact that you showed the way these things usually go (like things being stuck etc.) is refreshing; most pros like to show the optimum scenario only, which is never really what you get when you try and do these kinds of things yourself. Thanks again for sharing.

  • @jugosa73baby
    @jugosa73baby 11 лет назад +7

    This is such a great video-the cut on the finger, stubborn handle...who can not relate! Thank you

  • @aryan1313ful
    @aryan1313ful 12 лет назад +1

    the seals are new...i think i need to change the seats too, but i should ve asked my question after finishing watching your video because right at the end you showed that i should turn on the water before putting the handles back on ...i did this (the latter) and thats what made the water come out...they were turned back on, glad you showed this..you are very very helpful. i haven t changed a fawcett in over 20 years and that was only once.....lol

  • @LC-py3yf
    @LC-py3yf 2 года назад +1

    A down to earth real video on how things are done and what could go wrong do go wrong.

  • @DYIIdeas
    @DYIIdeas Месяц назад

    Great job! I'm teaching my son how to do this repair. He thinks it's cool that his mom is showing him plumbing stuff. Thanks for the very through video.

  • @Makify1
    @Makify1  12 лет назад +4

    I'm glad my video was helpful. That means a lot. I'm glad you figured out what was wrong. I know how frustrating it is to go through the whole process, turn the water back on, and it find that the faucet is worse than before! lol

  • @userbc44
    @userbc44 8 лет назад +9

    Thanks for the video, unlike some others, your experience was true to what really happens!!

  • @Mr.SkiLz6000
    @Mr.SkiLz6000 11 лет назад +2

    I FIXED MY LEAKY FAUCET BY MYSELF! thank you so much for posting this video. Everything worked out GREAT and this leak is gone. I called a plumber who wanted $175 to repair my faucet.

    • @SiLL-E-Meat
      @SiLL-E-Meat 4 года назад

      Did you tell 'em "Hit the road Jack!"

  • @kristencarlson6340
    @kristencarlson6340 2 года назад

    Thank you for making this accessible to someone who previously thought it was rocket science

  • @Makify1
    @Makify1  11 лет назад +6

    I'm glad you like the video. If the handle is really stuck you'll probably need to use a handle puller. Nearly all hardware stores carry them in the plumbing section and they cost $10-20. Good luck!

    • @BIGHOWKID
      @BIGHOWKID 2 года назад

      ThankYou for helping me

  • @kellyprophete8574
    @kellyprophete8574 7 лет назад +1

    Appreciate the down home intelligence and thorough explanation. Now I feel like I can take a look at MY situation and evaluate
    the scope of the endeavor. Everyone needs to chill about the state of age or cleanliness of the surround. Get a grip - not everyone is "repairing" brand new bathtub fixtures. I specifically avoided choosing clips that looked this unrealistic because I was fairly certain that age brings with it different unexpected challenges that are not strictly mechanical as a new install/replacement. Thanks for keeping it real.

  • @suzl8584
    @suzl8584 2 года назад

    this video helped me fix my running faucet, I just finished and no more running water!!! thank you so much!

  • @michaelpacman
    @michaelpacman 6 месяцев назад

    I just love how real this video is. I'm gonna try to tackle this job myself but first I gotta find where to buy that hex socket tool thingy he used.

  • @nitehawk86
    @nitehawk86 10 лет назад +1

    Good call on popping the handle off, this was exactly what I had problems with.

  • @sergiomuniz350
    @sergiomuniz350 6 лет назад

    I gave this video a thumbs up because this is what really happens when your repairing stuff

  • @agems56
    @agems56 9 лет назад +12

    I can't wait until your next video project, how to tile and grout your tub surround!

  • @milicadjukich4416
    @milicadjukich4416 7 лет назад +1

    i need this done, but its my cold water, it happened before we moved in and now its happening again, they had to go through our dining room wall to get to it! Great video!

  • @danicanovakovic9090
    @danicanovakovic9090 10 месяцев назад

    Thank you for taking the time to speak to us 🇺🇸💕

  • @irishjack3224
    @irishjack3224 12 лет назад

    I had this exact issue at home and was totally lost! never touched plumbing pretty much my whole. Your video walked me right through my issue...Thank you so much for spending the time to add this to youtube.

  • @whiterabbit201
    @whiterabbit201 8 лет назад +1

    Good vid! I'm buying a old home built in 1951 with all the original fixtures and all of them leak. I'll be busy fixing those old stem and seat valves! Alot of Lowes and Homer Depots no longer carry the bits you need but the old Ace Hardware on the edge of town still does!
    Again, good video!

    • @Makify1
      @Makify1  8 лет назад

      +Mike White Thank you! Good luck

  • @MaureenDunlap
    @MaureenDunlap 11 лет назад

    I repaired both of my bathroom's leaky faucets - thanks to you! I did end up springing for the $10.50 to get the faucet handle puller tool though. After struggling with the first one I ran out and bought it. Makes it a snap to get the old handles off.

  • @beckynbrodie
    @beckynbrodie 11 лет назад +1

    Thank you for posting this video. After buying tools and a brand new stem (mine was in terrible condition) I was able to fix the old faucet on the tub. You video was very informative and very easy to follow. Thanks again!!!

  • @flagface4
    @flagface4 11 лет назад +1

    As a plumber here in Florida I'd say good work! You saved yourself a good bit of coin.

  • @facedspaced
    @facedspaced 11 лет назад +1

    Thanks a bunch, been dealing with a leaky faucet for too long now. Time to take action!

  • @atomicnectar
    @atomicnectar Год назад

    Thank you so much I was ready to burn the whole house down but your video saved me so much time and stress this is definitely something anyone can do at home great video mate!

  • @esmerk
    @esmerk 9 лет назад +1

    Great Video! Sorry about the stuck handle and cut hand. I did laugh though because your video has all the mishaps I experienced when I worked on my valves (prior to watching your video). Even though I finished already, I'm glad I found your video because you have some handy wrenches I didn't know about that would have made this job much easier! Thanks for posting!

  • @old300texan5
    @old300texan5 3 года назад

    Glad to know I'm not the only one that has issues when repairing something. Great video. I would have probably tried to fix the broken tile pieces too and wound up at the emergency room.

  • @mrni748
    @mrni748 11 лет назад +3

    Thank you so much! This made my DIY repair so incredibly simple. Good job, sir.

  • @walterberrios6333
    @walterberrios6333 11 лет назад +2

    Hey thanks so much for this video! I was able to fix the leaking shower faucet in my home. It was my first time so I didn't know how to do it and your instruction helped me a lot. I did brake the stem when I took the faucet handle out 'cause it was stuck so I ended up replacing the whole stem and a new handle. I also had to buy the valve socket wrench. Total cost: $32 which I think it was worth it and much cheaper than what a plumber would had charged me plus I had a lot of fun doing it myself.

  • @steelskillz23
    @steelskillz23 11 лет назад

    Great video!! Way to keep going after cutting yourself..shows the viewer that they need to take caution while working with the stems. I hate watching videos where they do a lot of out takes and make projects look easier than they really are. I've done this several times & was actually looking for a seat repair video but watched this one because it was so realistic. Good job!

  • @craeli
    @craeli 11 лет назад

    good work, i like the fact that you talk real, and not compicated. i found your video imformational, and amusing thx for sharing.

  • @lovermonkey
    @lovermonkey 11 лет назад

    Just wanted to thank you for the video. Not good at fixing things in the house, but video really helped in fixing it. Mine was different, but as you said, same difference. Thanks again.

  • @WhisperFilmsLtd
    @WhisperFilmsLtd 11 лет назад

    Agreed...and a new first aid kit stocked with band-aids. I specially liked the bloody paper towel. I'd hire this guy. He didn't let a little blood stop him from finishing the job.

  • @eastbaycali8566
    @eastbaycali8566 7 лет назад +1

    Wow. Your video is awesome and easy to follow. I have the exact same problem. Gonna try and fix it myself!!! Thank you.

  • @MichelLe-xz3lz
    @MichelLe-xz3lz 6 лет назад

    Great video. That would be my exact situation. Real world old leaking tap. Not really knowing how to do it. Learning as I go. Hurting myself. Great step by step video, good explanation and like ither viewer said, it’s not as sterile as other “professional “ videos, where they demonstrate on a new tap.

  • @UnderaRockGaming
    @UnderaRockGaming 8 месяцев назад

    Another soul has been helped by this video. Good chap

  • @webshootah777
    @webshootah777 7 лет назад

    Nice vid just what I was looking for I have an older home in the country pretty much same bathtub faucet setup and I have a hot water leak and wanted a quick tutorial before I went on to fix it...thanks

  • @tommyroberts8012
    @tommyroberts8012 8 лет назад +2

    Great video. Sorry you poked your finger. This is what I call a handy man, not some dumb asses been doing the same few things over and over and most of all wrong and don't even know it. When you question their way of doing things, their famous answer is..."I have been doing this for 30 years and never had any issue."

    • @dawhoda1
      @dawhoda1 8 лет назад

      Tommy Roberts "Sorry you poked your finger" this dude says Lol why Don't you give it a kissy for him

  • @glenharper3136
    @glenharper3136 9 лет назад +31

    I don't really think the silicone caulk will help keep the water out with the big chip out of the tile!

  • @khorne0
    @khorne0 7 лет назад

    Thank you so much for this! You provide an actual real life repair. So informative. Keep this stuff up!

    • @Makify1
      @Makify1  7 лет назад

      I'm glad you liked the video!

  • @Roopull
    @Roopull 11 лет назад +1

    Awesome video... I have to be honest. I chuckled a little when you couldn't get the handle off, but only because I've been there! Your video was linked under my video of basically the same repair. Do you have your videos monetized? If not, you should! 57 thousand views in about a year would buy you at least one dinner a month!

  • @antmax
    @antmax 8 лет назад +1

    Thanks for the video. I have an old 50's house with slight leaking. Everytime I try some plumbing I discover I don't have a tool that makes the job easy. So I end up calling out our friendly plumber. First time I didn't have a pipe wrench. Second time I discovered there was a tool called a nipple extractor. Now I'm better prepared and know I need those socket wrench things. The neighborhood hardware store usually carries whats needed for older period houses. So should be good with your instructions. Much appreciated.

  • @airethor
    @airethor 4 года назад

    Awesome. I had to use an awl (with a rag at the butt for my hand) to be short enough to reach around mine, pop! Off just like yours!

  • @johnnylivingston4313
    @johnnylivingston4313 6 лет назад +1

    The most helpful video i've seen,thanks Sir

  • @moonlightdragon1504
    @moonlightdragon1504 7 лет назад

    talk about a straightforward.thats how i like it.professional made videos just show clips most of the time instead of real time deals and they skip important factors.irritates me.thanks for the good video...but unfortunately the threads were badly worn so i have to buy a new stem system for it...oh and to those hating on how his tub is so dirty,its a possibility that its just stained or worn.I had to live in a couple of houses with tubs like that.poor people like us have to live with what we have.

    • @Makify1
      @Makify1  7 лет назад

      I'm glad you liked the video. The tub was very old and it was a rented apartment so I didn't have much control over it.

  • @melsinTN
    @melsinTN 3 года назад

    OMG I could NOT get my knobs off just like you and didn't know what to do! Thank you so much for this video, this saved me hundreds of dollars in plumbing fees!

  • @jewelsbergen
    @jewelsbergen 11 лет назад

    I checked a couple of other videos and yours was the best. I'm still struggling to get the knobs off. My fingers and hands aren't large enough to push and pull the knob like you did. Any suggestions? Love your video though. Great job. Very very helpful. Thanks so much.

  • @tbraun84
    @tbraun84 11 лет назад

    I really appreciate the reality of this video. The majority of us will probably have the same problems, and these probably wouldn't be thought of or covered in a "scripted" demo video.

  • @northperthplumbers00
    @northperthplumbers00 9 лет назад +3

    Nice video! Very informative and helpful!

  • @MadSocial
    @MadSocial 3 года назад

    You didn't even try to sugarcoat it. Plumbing jobs suck on old fixtures/faucets. I have to do this same job because both tubs in the house are leaking the same way. I had a plumber show up saying he wanted to saw off the old faucets, cut a hole in the fiberglass, and redo the 3 to 1 and put some designer cover over the big hole. All of that for 3500. I told him to go pound sand. I just didn't want to stress myself out about this plumbing job, but after that BS... I'll take it on any day. Again thanks for making a real video.

  • @LazyHermit
    @LazyHermit 11 лет назад

    You sacrificed your finger to ensure quality and independence among humanity. And for that I thank you.

  • @howmon69
    @howmon69 11 лет назад

    Great video, there was blood, drama, and a good ending. You may just win the award for the oldest, ugliest tub too. lol. I can't talk, mine is at least 50 years old and Pink like the sink and toilet. (original equipment). I'm planning a complete remodeling of the bathroom in a few weeks. Wish me luck.

  • @smilingene
    @smilingene 11 лет назад

    Thanks very much, this video was really helpful to me, I am grateful for your clear instructions. I hope your finger is all better!

  • @kobla0331
    @kobla0331 6 лет назад

    Great job bro. I fee very confident I can also do something in the house without having to pay someone. Thanks bro.

  • @Mr.man712
    @Mr.man712 6 месяцев назад

    This guy is a hero!

  • @kennethlay9288
    @kennethlay9288 6 лет назад

    Excellent video. Do you have anything on the same set up (American Standard) addressing how to replace the diverter valve?

  • @basque1978
    @basque1978 11 лет назад

    My leak is coming out of the Hot Water handle itself, instead of the shower head. I am assuming the repair is the same and will attempt it.. Thanks.. u made it simple.
    btw.. u have really nice hands, thumbs.. (I used to hire hand models).

  • @sylvdlcr
    @sylvdlcr 11 лет назад +1

    For this type of faucet with 3 knobs, how would you go about fixing low water pressure, I have low water pressure for the hot water in my apartment, told the maintenance here but for some reason they won't fix. I wanted to do it myself but do you have to cut off the water to do that?, I don't even know where the water cut off valve is? I have not been able to enjoy hot water showers because there is not enough hot water pressure.

  • @boparmy
    @boparmy 11 лет назад

    I'll research a link for you to repair broken ceramic tile around faucets so you can tackle that next, lol. Anyway, great video, realistic for sure, blood was involved, like most of my home improvements. Thanks Again

  • @christopherbenefield3827
    @christopherbenefield3827 6 лет назад

    Very helpful video, i was wondering if you could tell me what brand of shower knobs this is?

  • @susanmclaughlin2586
    @susanmclaughlin2586 9 лет назад +1

    Worked like a charm. Thanks

  • @kencallaway3122
    @kencallaway3122 11 лет назад

    Forget what the negative simpletons say my man, this vid was great! It was informative, effecient, well shot, well sait and entertaining. What else should a human request in an how to vid? Anyway, BIG thanks from me, now I dont have to pay a plumber, I can prevent my water waste and cost and save myself a lot of trial and error. Be well.

  • @Makify1
    @Makify1  11 лет назад

    Most hardware stores sell whole kits for various stem styles but you can also just buy individual o-rings and seals if you don't need to replace everything.

  • @surge1899
    @surge1899 11 лет назад

    Nice video I have the same problem and needed to what tools to use for the stem removal because i also have tile. Thanks.

  • @David62
    @David62 11 лет назад +1

    Thanks for the information. Really helped me out.

  • @everythinghomerepair1747
    @everythinghomerepair1747 7 лет назад +10

    It was still dripping, you needed to replace the valve seat.

  • @nursingzombie6479
    @nursingzombie6479 4 месяца назад

    The holes in your faucet wrench are slotted for a screw driver: for torque. Thx for vid!

  • @Makify1
    @Makify1  11 лет назад

    Low pressure could be caused by a broken stem but might be an issue with the plumbing somewhere else in the building. If the problem is the stem, then you can follow this video but you will need to turn off the water. There is usually a shut-off valve located behind the shower plumbing. Look for a panel or opening on the other side of the wall that the faucet is on. This is sometimes hidden in a closet or behind a panel.

  • @Jossuevaca
    @Jossuevaca 10 лет назад

    Thank you for all the help.

  • @jisungchoi7511
    @jisungchoi7511 4 года назад

    He's like Chuck Norris. No stunt double.

  • @VIVEKKUMAR-nk2no
    @VIVEKKUMAR-nk2no 5 лет назад

    Nice demonstration. Thanks

  • @quocducnguyen
    @quocducnguyen 11 лет назад

    Thanks a lot for the video. Time to fix mine this weekend.

  • @Roopull
    @Roopull 11 лет назад

    I have a similar video and noticed that there are no ads on yours. Are not monetizing your videos? I was going to click an ad as a thank you...

  • @ih8tusernam3s
    @ih8tusernam3s 11 лет назад

    I like the B&W edits.

  • @noname-wl7qs
    @noname-wl7qs 10 лет назад +3

    2:07 tip stubby screw driver and a quick clamp
    place screwdriver like u did put quick clamp behind handle and compress against screwdriver

    • @noname-wl7qs
      @noname-wl7qs 10 лет назад

      so i have a moen single lever temp true or what ever it is called
      the original cartridge was in and very stuck i was able to get the metal center out of the cartridge but the outer part was plastic
      in an act of desperation i jammed a 3/4 inch wood bit in put in drill turned in reverse and backed it out! it worked

  • @davidhutchinson1236
    @davidhutchinson1236 9 лет назад

    I have an older hardware on my bathtub. It has two handles which do not have the plastic cover piece over the screw. There is a small hex nut on the backside of the handle. I have tried clockwise and counter clockwise, (gently) to get it loose with out success. Please advise me on how to remove the hot/cold handles. (what do I hold the handle with btw when I crank on the nut?)

  • @spicolip2334
    @spicolip2334 4 года назад +1

    green water nice, btw did you just guess that it was that handle that was dripping?

  • @savarsharma
    @savarsharma 11 лет назад +3

    Like this video. Very real. Thanks for sharing.

  • @skywatcher2062
    @skywatcher2062 10 лет назад

    Crystal clear nice instruction/help. great going.thanks.

  • @aryan1313ful
    @aryan1313ful 11 лет назад

    omg.. I would love to buy your old bathroom .. too bad you may have gotten rid of it all by now.. love the vintage pink

  • @michaelevans5237
    @michaelevans5237 6 лет назад

    did you inspect the corroded valve seat, did you remove any debris in the valve seat ...old washer debris perhaps?

  • @christophersmartt6013
    @christophersmartt6013 5 месяцев назад

    I have a faucet exactly like that installed in my shower, probably 15yrs old already. What is the "O" ring #?

  • @rickmunroe1955
    @rickmunroe1955 10 лет назад

    Thanks for making it look easy.

  • @19471919
    @19471919 5 лет назад

    What about the gaping hole where the tile is missing...lol No shower usage? I think you should have replaced the seat also...did you check it?

  • @MrDisneyCollector
    @MrDisneyCollector 12 лет назад +1

    why didn't you fix that big hole by the handle while you had everything off? I think I can do this now watching you. Good idea to cover the drain so things won't fall in there. I'll rember that. Hope i don't cut myself

  • @pavy415
    @pavy415 6 лет назад

    Can you still do it without stopping the water supply? I do not have access to stop it

  • @michellemercado6753
    @michellemercado6753 3 года назад

    Amazing! Thanks for this video! So helpful!

  • @sa550z
    @sa550z 2 года назад

    I know this video is old, but thank you all the same.

  • @youngcarolyn1
    @youngcarolyn1 11 лет назад

    Thanks for the video. We have had the same issue ongoing for I don't know how long. We have gone through this whole process several times, but the leak keeps coming back and the washers keep disintegrating. Any advice?

  • @carlosrojas3964
    @carlosrojas3964 11 лет назад

    Este video es de gran utilidad porque nos enseña cosas utiles en nuestra vida cotidiana que no aprendimos en la Universidad. GRACIAS.-

  • @deedeewinfrey3181
    @deedeewinfrey3181 6 лет назад

    Damn those sharp screwdrivers.

  • @27Drynn
    @27Drynn 11 лет назад

    Great video,What kind of wrenches are those???

  • @vibra64
    @vibra64 10 лет назад

    What is the tool called for loosening the stem? Can I rent it from Home Depot? I only need it for this job. Are there any other tools you can use?

  • @mrrich5466
    @mrrich5466 4 года назад

    What make and model is your faucet and part number for your replacements

  • @ronholla6739
    @ronholla6739 11 лет назад

    this guy wins