1. After you have the stems out you should be able to find the washer on the "inside" end. If it is nicked, torn or brittle it is likely the cause of your drip. Even if it looks brand new, go ahead and replace it. You've already come this far. You can get replacement washers at almost any hardware store. Sometimes you may want to replace the whole stem, especially if the handle end is stripped out. It's best to just take the stem with you to the store and see if you can match it up. Most Do It Yourself stores have replacement stems for many popular brands. If your valve has a center diverter valve to switch the waterfrom the tub spout to the shower head the same process applies. Many times it is easier to replace the diverter stem than to repair it. This really depends on the design of the stem.
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3. If you are faced with a large portion of drywall damage due to water than the first step is to get rid of all of the affected material. If necessary use a handsaw or other tool to make the job easier. While doing this, be very observant to spot, any mold or mildew. If you find any then this material must be removed immediately as well. When you are done, thoroughly clean all surfaces.
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7. One other common design that is considered "washerless" was made famous by Delta and copied by several other makers. It uses little "cup" seals that fit over springs recessed in the back of the valve body. The springs press these "seals" against the cartridge and regulate the flow through little tapered openings in the cartridge. If you have one of these and it's dripping, changing these springs and seals will usually correct it. Here's a tip. Once you have the cartridge out of the way, insert a phillips screwdriver into the seal and pop both the seal and spring out. Stick the new ones on the end of the screwdriver to help guide them into place. This is especially helpful if you don't have long slender fingers.
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9. water line repair To avoid this, make sure your toilets screws are always tight and repair any leaks right away. A new wax ring should also be installed any time the toilet is removed such as if you happen to be replacing an old toilet with a newer model that you liked such as a more modern KOHLER brand. Replacing your toilets wax ring is pretty simple to do and can pretty much be done in less than an hour by the average person.
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11. You don't want to be paying your plumber to clear the area before they start work particularly if you are paying an hourly rate. Empty cupboards and make sure there is nothing that may cost the plumber time and you money gaining access to the job.
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13. plumber works Let's take a methodical approach and start with controlling drips. Even if you don't consider yourself handy around the house, fixing drips is one of the easiest do-it-yourself jobs you'll find. Go room-by-room through your house and examine all water sources for drips. This includes faucets, shower heads, hose bibs - anywhere water comes out. Repair any drips that you find. This may require a quick trip to the hardware store for replacement aerators, washers, or other plumbing items.
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15. water line repair Next, the cartridge needs to be removed. Turn off the water, either from the shower, if possible, or the main plumbing line of the home. You will need to either turn the nut, or pull off the pin, depending on the fixture. Remove the cartridge carefully to prevent damage. Then, if it is not damaged, and just dirty, remove any mildew. If it is damaged, you should take this opportunity to replace the unit.
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17. The procedure is to pump a liquid in the damaged area. Is it really fixed? Not in my opinion, it's like applying a bandage on a wound that will never heal. It's still cracked. They just try to hide it with a liquid.
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