How to Fix a Leaking Bathtub Faucet

How to Fix a Leaking Bathtub Faucet | The Home Depot

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A leaky bathtub faucet is more than an annoying drip. The gallons of water wasted by a leaking faucet can add up to higher water bills and can break down the interior faucet parts. Repairing a leaky faucet is generally an easy fix. Find more help with our plumbing playlist: thd.co/3fmVoV5
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0:00 How to Fix a Leaking Bathtub Faucet
0:21 Step 1: Shut of Water Supply
0:44 Step 2: Remove Faucet Handle
1:02 Step 3: Replace Cartridge
2:08 Step 4: Check Faucet Spout
2:20 Tools & Materials
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@Emperor-Wild-Man 8 ай бұрын

Before you disassemble the faucet handle (the part you take out the "screw) you should first place a rag over the drain, so if you drop the screw it will not go into the drain. Otherwise, you may have to call the plumber to retrieve the screw. LOL.

@ladybugsarah6671 3 ай бұрын

Good idea.. thanks for the heads up

@athomepei 2 ай бұрын

They did put a towel down however did not explain why they were doing it!

@walker9298 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for the video. It took about 35 min. to install. It feels real good knowing I didn't have to call a plumber and get robbed.

@mercedesbardales2933 4 күн бұрын

@walker9298 I hope I get mine off because the plumber asked for $550 I almost died like are you serious and I had the parts.

@2Days16Hours 4 ай бұрын

Ok so, I just had to replace my cartridge in my Moen tub faucet. I had the Moen 1222 type cartridge. Luckily this video was exactly what I needed. HOWEVER, it was not as easy as the video showed. I got the cartridge about 1/3 of the way out, and CRACK! The cartridge broke right off! I had to chip the rest of it out carefully. That took about 2 hours. Once I got that taken care of, I followed the installation from the rest of the video and it was a breeze. NOTE!!! Make sure that once you have the cartridge in and the retaining clip in place, turn the water on so you know where the off is before you put all the other pieces back on. I did not do that, and when I turned the water on, with the handle in the off position, the tub was running full force. Good luck everyone.

@ThePyrotopia 5 сағат бұрын

How did you manage to chip it out having a similar problem currently 😬

@2Days16Hours Сағат бұрын

@@ThePyrotopia I used needle nose pliers and a small screwdriver. Carefully carefully so as not to damage the seat of the faucet. Little by little I broke the pieces off and pulled them out until I got to the rubber seal. Once you tear out the old seal, it should collapse in on itself and come out easy after that. Case in point, use whatever tools you can to help. Good luck

@hattienewton9165 Жыл бұрын

Very helpful you make it look so easy I have a leak in the tub was going to call a plumber not I can do this my self thank you for your easy instructions I can save me a lot off money

@stephanieeldridge1754 4 ай бұрын

Amen! Thank u so much for ur prayer.

@kaijunior4339 Жыл бұрын

Thank you!!

@vardankaribyan7814 Жыл бұрын

Hi there thank you for the video explanation how to do the job in the easy steps and thank you Home Depot and thank you to the members who created the video God bless you all.

@dennismcdaniel1 4 ай бұрын

My faucet is really old, how do I find out what replacement faucet I need?

@nitajoesplaytherapy4639 8 ай бұрын

Thank you !

@DingLu-fy2rr 8 ай бұрын

Many thanks to this video. I followed it to replace the Moen 1222 cartdridge for my shower faucet successfully. My only suggestion is that the video should show in more details how to reinstal the retaining clip: It is a bit tricky to insert the cartridge in a precise position so that the retaining clip can slip into the "neck" of the cartridge.

@lolli2943 Жыл бұрын

What I’d like to know if how do you know it’s the cartridge that’s the problem?

@KC-hd4lc Ай бұрын

If I'm replacing bathroom fixtures (spout, handle, shower head etc), will the leak be corrected or do I still need to replace the cartridge?

@JDO-bp3qu 6 ай бұрын

This internal valve is stuck. Won’t budge! Tried soaking it in WD-40. Still nothing. We have very corrosive water in our area. Already replaced it once about 6 years ago. Do I call plumber?

@karijudy2858 Жыл бұрын

Doing it to 2 faucets today!

@wesd832 Жыл бұрын

Did it work?

@homerenomom9341 Жыл бұрын

This is so helpful and feels really doable. We have two leaky faucets that really need fixing. Are there different cartridges and how do I know which one to buy if so? Thanks so much!

@lolli2943 Жыл бұрын

Take the cartridge to the store

@jApe678 Жыл бұрын

Check the brand of your shower and take that to the store. With the brand you’re able to get the exact one

@kevinnorton8967 Жыл бұрын

@@lolli2943 the video says that the cartridge removal tool comes with the new cartridge so how can I remove it and take it to the store if I don't have the tool that comes with the new one?

@hervedelnorte7928 Жыл бұрын

@@kevinnorton8967 I was having the same thought. Maybe some can be removed with standard tools of some sort.

@crimsoncrisp8708 10 ай бұрын

At home depot most cartridges are free

@aduanabaokubi7429 Жыл бұрын

Finding difficulty taking the faucet handle out with the Allen key. Any suggestions?

@DingLu-fy2rr 8 ай бұрын

You need to have a whole set of Allen keys to try the right size for this.

@tristangarcia2437 Жыл бұрын

Great video. However, my cartridge required excessive pulling force to remove it. Still stuck and need better tools to grip it. Vise grip here we go!

@x4EVERxMINEx Жыл бұрын

So my faucet has been leaking like more than that and now there's water leaking from somewhere onto my floor or under my floor boards and it's coming from the restroom.

@donnavaresi4171 Жыл бұрын

Simplified. Good instruction..used to think leaky faucet was out of my thinking capabilities, just have to know how faucet works. Female fear!

@elbmcook Жыл бұрын

Be brave girl, you can do this!!!😊

@user-lq5px2zq1j 11 ай бұрын

I like the Robogrip instead of a visegrip, it comes with plastic tips to cover the jaws so they don't bruise or scratch. The 10" robogrip is the only one I use, the pair that comes with the 7" is made with a smaller grip that is not big enough for an adult hand.

@chaunceybillips2533 Жыл бұрын

What if it still leaks

@angelusmortis3256 2 ай бұрын

What do you do when you just bought the faucet from home depot installed it and it's leaking within the first 5 minutes of install?

@angelusmortis3256 2 ай бұрын

And it's not the pipes my work is solid... you asshats sold me defective shit!

@cluracan2670 Жыл бұрын

Are cartridges universal fit?

@jApe678 Жыл бұрын

No, each brand has its own. Although there’s a universal one, it’s best advice to buy the one with your own shower brand

@Aldawg69 6 ай бұрын

I found the right size Allen wrench to loosen the screw in the center of the faucet handle but it doesn't budge, even when trying to turn the Allen wrench with pliers. Any suggestions?

@Revzone1 6 ай бұрын

Me too come on people any suggestions?

@maryb5553 4 күн бұрын

@@Revzone1Me too.

@maryb5553 4 күн бұрын

What size is it? I've tried several and it's getting frustrated

@midge91 2 ай бұрын

Where's the video on how to spend four hours trying to get the handle screw out with every Allen key known to man kind? I gave up and sold the house.

@RunawayOrange Жыл бұрын

I don't think the site listed the right part to replace. instead it shows optional which, i think most household would have already like wrench teflon. otherwise its nice to see what is inside the after screwing the switch

@patbailey6797 3 ай бұрын

Never ever just that simple😂

@ehmkebrandsurfboards Ай бұрын

Those things rarely come out that easy. Sometimes you need to buy the cartridge puller. Fairly expensive for a one time use. Make sure it works with the model you’re pulling.

@AngieSancheez Жыл бұрын

So the water still drips after turning the main water line

@swargamprashanth4774 6 ай бұрын

What is the size of the wrench used in the video..?

@maryb5553 4 күн бұрын

I'm having same issue. Did you ever figure out what size? Bive tried several different sizes

@luisgq69420 3 ай бұрын

What if we have two faucets?

@thcy-jy9jw 5 ай бұрын

What happens if the hot water won't come out and u turned all the valves open

@MsFred58 Жыл бұрын

Mine is not this type. Has 2 turn on handles.>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

@chrisftsd6378 Жыл бұрын

What if I’ve done this and it’s still leaking?

@WestyC Жыл бұрын

Probably call the plumber at that point

@YoMateo. Жыл бұрын

Whoever's reading this, i pray that whatever you're going through gets better and whatever you're struggling with or worrying about is going to be fine and that everyone has a fantastic day! Amen

@Nollieflipp Жыл бұрын

Thank you. I needed this man. Sending love and prosperity your way 🙏

@axelbahena1505 Жыл бұрын

Amen brother

@1w598 Жыл бұрын

Annoying comment. Not the time or place for this. Just pray that I get the $700 I need to have my shower fixed.

@theboy7036 Жыл бұрын

@@1w598 best of luck to you and my leaks

@MiguelGonzalez-nw6rq Жыл бұрын

Thank you brother just needed this!! Amen to you ❤

@timc1341 Жыл бұрын

Plumber here: All I can say is good luck finding a replacement cartridge! That is assuming you can get the original cartridge out in the first place, which is not always easy. Basically there are about 10 thousand different cartridges out there, and home depot carries maybe 10 of them....and many of the cartridges look extremely similar but have one TINY difference from yours and won't fit as a result. When a customer calls about a leaking tub spout, I tell them I'm almost certainly going to open up the wall and replace the entire shower valve because cartridge hunting is a wild goose chase and it will take less time for a shower valve replacement than a cartridge replacement. If the customer doesn't like that, I give them another option: Find me the exact replacement cartridge and I will replace it for the price of a service call.

@Swi2thMummbles Жыл бұрын

But why need to open the wall if MAYBE opening the face plate might be enough to work on it? Just a curious question from a regular person.

@timc1341 Жыл бұрын

@@Swi2thMummbles Good question From my experience it's rare that opening the face plate will provide enough space to actually change the shower valve. Always of course remove the face plate first to see if it's possible, but it probably won't be.

@lolli2943 Жыл бұрын

Stop bullshitting people

@chrish2495 Жыл бұрын

So the vavle needs to be replaced entirely? A new handle and new cartridge of a different brand won't work with the old valve?

@dmark2639 Жыл бұрын

@@chrish2495 Basically, it's easier and cheaper (because less labor) for a plumber to replace the whole matched assembly of mixing valves and cartidge than to spend time searching for the exact cartridge your particular setup needs. If you want to save money, you can spend your time finding an exact replacement cartridge (same brand, same part number) and either replace it yourself or let the plumber replace the cartridge with the one you sourced.

@LauncherSpiderMk7 Жыл бұрын

Plumbers really want like $400 dollars to do this. I'm gonna take my chances and give it a go.

@DGM9600 Жыл бұрын

My faucet looks nothing like this

@willmallory9085 Жыл бұрын

If you have an electric hot water heater, the leaky faucet will spike the electric bill too.

@shanew7361 Жыл бұрын

Electric is for fools.

@RErnie-gv1hv Жыл бұрын

It is not a hot water heater.

@Daniel-rw2gy Жыл бұрын

No because faucets turn from cold to hot so it’s not hot water

@GladysGrace001 Жыл бұрын

Having the exact same issue and the water that’s steadily leaking it’s definitely hot. So I’m concern about it spiking the meter.

@ayosirsnow Ай бұрын

The adapter doesn't come off after I remove the screw! Anyone else have that issue?!

@rogerthevirgin7592 Жыл бұрын

So what if I live in a apartment and can’t turn off the water supply….

@jasonbecker4997 Жыл бұрын

It’s the landlord’s problem then.

@LauncherSpiderMk7 Жыл бұрын

If you're not paying a water bill, just report it to management and then forget about it lol

@mercedesbardales2933 10 күн бұрын

I can't seem to remove the screw to remove the handle any suggestions?

@maryb5553 4 күн бұрын

I'm having the same issue. Did you figure it out? I have many different sizes of Allen wrench parts but nothing seems to be working

@mercedesbardales2933 4 күн бұрын

@maryb5553 nothing has worked and I even tried the wd40. Now my shower is also dripping and I can't get that one off either. It's frustrating.

@jenniferlopez7958 8 ай бұрын

You see I watched this but I still don’t want to do it 😅 but I will 😢

@doublerr2096 3 ай бұрын

Plumer

@alexavalos76 Жыл бұрын

How could I know what cartridge do i need??

@nathanzink5283 Жыл бұрын

It’s easiest to bring the old one to the store with you to compare

@alexavalos76 Жыл бұрын

@@nathanzink5283 I'll do that man .. thanks

@1w598 Жыл бұрын

Sooo, why is the plumber saying he needs to cut a hole in my bedroom wall to do THIS??

@johnerikangladalagunes1390 Жыл бұрын

He might want to replace the whole mixing valve, not just the cartridge.

@yeaman6490 Жыл бұрын

My plumber wants 1500 for this. Im not an expert in this area but thats too much

@RErnie-gv1hv Жыл бұрын

@@yeaman6490 About 10 times too much. Get estimates, ask friends/relatives, check BBB, etc.

@angelr.8504 Жыл бұрын

As a Plumber, I had a customer hire some guy from HD to replace the cartridge, when he couldnt remove the seat inside the mixin valve he Tried every tool in his bag and Damaged the valve itself. In those cases the whole thing needs to be replaced. And walls (preferably Drywall) need to be opened. This however is an extreme case. But ive seen It

@sppss617 Жыл бұрын

@@yeaman6490 wow! Horrible. Sorry to hear this. It just continues to remind me how liars 🤥 many of them men are. Paying $1,500 should give you a new bath tub, shower 🚿 and labor included and a nice hot lunch too with extra money remaining. 🤷🏻‍♂️ 🤦🏻‍♂️ do your research my friend!

@Peggy-gf8ip Жыл бұрын

I have one faucet and two knobs the hot water knob on one side and the cold on the other side and it's my hot water that's leaking so how do you fix that sure doesn't show it in his video dammit

@LoneJalapeno 4 ай бұрын

What if you don’t shut off the water?

@Greg_Buckingham 2 ай бұрын

You’re gonna get wet 😫

@kevinhenderson9788 17 күн бұрын

Do it and find out

@fredfrancisco6840 Жыл бұрын

I'm American & don't know how to do this but he can. U need to show a busted old rust faucet & struggle at it.

@kwamezulushabazz 2 жыл бұрын

That's a lot, LOL!

@michaelanthony679 11 ай бұрын

So this wasn’t fixing the leaky faucet but putting on a new one, big difference

@Empower-Master Ай бұрын

Hooah

@sonicatyt1082 19 күн бұрын

I turned on my faucet and just like a cartoon, it shot up in the air

@Nomoneyforgolf 11 ай бұрын

Too bad not all faucets looks like this

@jasonpark1556 Жыл бұрын

My bathroom faucet has three handles, I'm fucked beyond belief since they decided to do a certain faucet and call it a day

@billpeirce7127 2 ай бұрын

What is warranty on them??? Bought one 2 months ago and now the new one is leaking.🤬🤬🤬 Was hoping it would last longer then a cpl months!!!👎👎👎

@KeekCat Жыл бұрын

How come you guys don't sell soundproof windows

@IsraelIsLikeWater Жыл бұрын

The windows aren’t the only materials allowing sound to pass.

@jackierostow9537 6 ай бұрын

I don't know what cartridge I need. It seems that you pulled out the old cartridge with a piece from the new cartridge (straight from its packaging). If you are not a plumber you will likely not know what the cartridge you need. You should mention that. Otherwise, this becomes a very confusing video. Maybe leave veideos to the pros who give some DIY tips along the way.

@phatmanlovescake 11 ай бұрын

Why not Just turn the water valve off untill you need to shower again

@user-lq5px2zq1j 11 ай бұрын

tubs and showers have no shutoff valves, you need to shut off the main water valve into the house.

@LauraGreerYbanez-r6y 10 сағат бұрын

It would have been an awesome video but the words covered everything he was doing so I couldn't see what he was doing

@nbaoldgirl 6 ай бұрын

I’m a single woman can I do this on my own or should I hire someone? I feel like with KZfaq I can do it but I don’t wanna fuxx anything up 😂😂😂 my faucet is leaking! 🚨

@WhoIsElKabong 2 ай бұрын

Watch the video and use your best judgment... Most people who can turn screws and follow a hand full of steps should be able to do this.

@nbaoldgirl 2 ай бұрын

@@WhoIsElKabongWhatever. It’s fixed! Bye