Most Common Source Of Outdoor Faucet Water Leaks

Most Common Source Of Outdoor Faucet Water Leaks | 5 Minute Fix

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Most of us have an outdoor faucet that leaks when we run the water but this is an easy fix and at most will cost you a couple dollars and a few minutes of your time. I will walk you through the 2 most common sources of leaks and how to fix them in this video.
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@ruthiscurly 2 ай бұрын

I was about to call a plumber and was gritting my teeth for the expense. Tightened the packing nut, no more leak!! Thanks so much. 65 years old and happily handy here.

@Impatient_Ape Жыл бұрын

When using a wrench to tighten the hose connection, don't squeeze the clamps more than you need to just hold the connector and make it turn. If you squeeze too hard, you can bend the connector "out-of-round", which increases the probability of leaks.

@rsdrum9208 11 ай бұрын

I thought I was facing a major plumbing project to replace both my outdoor hose spigots that were leaking. After watching this, it was about a 30 second fix to just tighten the packing nut. No more leaks. Thanks Scott! Really appreciate your videos.

@JTstuff1 Жыл бұрын

dude, I bought a house 2 months ago and I've been watching a ton of your videos thanks bro

@EverydayHomeRepairs Жыл бұрын

Awesome, congrats on the house and best of luck on all the projects 🙌

@smiggee 4 күн бұрын

Tightened the packing nut did the trick. Thanks! Now the timer is set and lets see how it goes.

@edwardholwerda5091 Ай бұрын

Thank you it's been doing that for 5 years and it's really bothered me. People like you making these videos make the world better.

@jrperes2021 2 ай бұрын

I love how thorough you are and how clear your videos are ... thank you

@alanwilliams1663 10 ай бұрын

I thought I was going to have to replace the whole thing. Thanks for saving my Saturday!!

@jeffc412 8 ай бұрын

As always, Scott offered the clearest and most concise fixes to everyday home maintenance topics. Mine started to leak and it took me but 10 sec to slightly tight the nut holding the bib together as Scott suggested, try this easy way first before you run to the store for parts... i almost did !!

@bill5096 2 ай бұрын

Tightening the nut did the trick. Super easy and quick resolution. Thought I was going to have to turn the water off and disassemble the faucet. Took me longer to grab a wrench then it did to actually fix it. Packing nut tightened and no more leak. Thank you!

@mp6814 Жыл бұрын

Thumbs up for your work & thanks. Tightening fixes it for me, essentially always. I think I replaced the packing material 13 years ago when we bought the house. We also use a quarter-turn valve for everyday use, so that the main valve is opened and closed once or twice a year.

@rogerk1710 Жыл бұрын

2 different issues here. Washer at the hose connection is always missing or rotten washer. Easy. Water spraying from the stem is almost always loose packing nut that a half to full turn of the wrench fixes. Worst case is new packing or replacement of the hose bib. My experience with apartment maintenance. And contracting. Im a licensed California contractor. Good video and thank you

@hassanbazzi3545 Жыл бұрын

I had this problem before and it was a packing nut and what a relief that was. I periodically change the the rubber washers on the hose. Great video. Thank you for sharing

@markamarkam 10 ай бұрын

Two of our outdoor faucets were leaking at the handles - I was ready for a hassle DIY repair for each. But this 20 second repair for each fixed it. Thanks!!

@Naturallystated Жыл бұрын

Hooray!! No more handle leak! I had been thinking I was going to have to sweat off the soldered faucet and replace it. It is a non-standard size too. Much thanks! 👍👍👍👍

@glenq6233 Жыл бұрын

Exactly what I needed to know, you made me look like a genius to my wife, thanks!!

@BobPond-fm6xt Ай бұрын

Yes sir u fixed it. The packing nut needed to be tightened. No more dripping. Thanks so much. You saved me from calling a plumber. Appreciate it!

@andrewolson6440 Ай бұрын

OMG, I can't believe it. It was just as simple as tightening the rings from where you turn the spicket on and off. I'd replaced the downstream parts a couple of years ago and that fixed that leak. Thanks for suggesting tightening, I was thinking it was the washer. This took me less than a minute verses shutting off the water and disengaging the valve. Appreciate the simple fix!!!

@makingdowithwhatyouget.9188 Ай бұрын

bless you, for making this video, saving me the headache and ruining my foundation, each time I turn my water hose on water is licking and even dripping to the basement. My Son had to search on youtube on how to fix and found you. you saved us money, time my poor foundation of my home wow. thank you so much!!!

@landofevolution9757 Ай бұрын

I was keeping a bucket under hose to catch water for years 😂

@rondamiller3126 2 ай бұрын

Tightening the nut worked! I’m a 75 year old woman with just an adjustable wrench. Thank you so much!

@user-en4fs1ft4d 11 ай бұрын

Yea!!! Fixed both my worrying dripping faucets by your advice. Just tightening that nut! Good, clear instructions!! Thanks!

@toadranger50 10 ай бұрын

I was just going to buy a rebuild kit today and tightening it stopped the leak just fine for now. Thank you.

@berryconway4296 Жыл бұрын

A 1/4 turn did the trick on the packing nut. Many thanks for all the clean water your saving.

@taxi317 Жыл бұрын

I always tighten the packing nut just enough to stop the leak and then cycle the valve shut and then back open. Over tightening the packing nut can lead to so much friction that the stem will actually shear off.

@ShawnC22002 Жыл бұрын

I had one just a couple weeks ago that - after using it for the first time in months, when I turned it off it was leaking bad/practically squirting from around the stem/packing nut. I went ahead and tried my hand at desoldering and soldering a new one in its place. A tip that I learned the hard way was that using MAP gas instead of regular propane made all the difference!

@JettaTDI2005 Жыл бұрын

Hey Scott, I normally go out every year around March to change the washer inside the stem and also replace the washer that belongs to the hose and to the vacuum break connection. Doing that each year to make sure that we have no issues or no leaks.

@jchambers462 23 күн бұрын

I made a quick tighten and I am leak free. Thanks!

@cyndycampbell732 24 күн бұрын

Thank you for your video. Tightening the packing nut fixed our leak. We truly appreciate your expertise.

@caseyrussell1976 10 ай бұрын

I was expecting a major project. This video saved my weekend. Just tightening the packing nut did it! Thank you!

@EverydayHomeRepairs 10 ай бұрын

Always nice when projects are easier than expect. Just wish that happened more often 😅

@beckymoore5938 2 ай бұрын

As a single mom hours away from family, this was so helpful! Thank you! All I had to do was tighten the nut, although I’m pretty sure I need a washer for the extra adapter. Thank you for explaining what the adapter is, because I had no clue.

@davidcooper8808 11 ай бұрын

Packing nut was loose like you said. Keep the stuff coming. Thanks

@Love-me-tender 9 ай бұрын

Many thanks. Fixed two leaking faucets in < 10 minutes. 👍

@debrac2023 10 ай бұрын

Yay!! I just fixed my years-long leak by tightening the packing nut! I couldn't really afford to have someone come fix it. And I was afraid to deal with it. I could envision breaking off the pipe in the wall and creating a real huge mess for myself. Thanks!

@mjj1434 6 ай бұрын

That’s what I worry about as well.

@budgetaudiophilelife-long5461 Жыл бұрын

THANKS SCOTT…🤗 SHARING PRACTICAL ADVICE…OVER THE YEARS I HAVE FOUND THAT BOTH WORKED,👍💚💚💚

@daveorourke8447 Жыл бұрын

Don't have an issue currently but alway enjoy the awesome information so I am better prepared when the situation arises. Great job keep these videos coming. I appreciate all that you do. You have helped me a ton on many videos. My next project is the paver stones after watching your videos. Thanks. Dave

@EverydayHomeRepairs Жыл бұрын

Thanks Dave, I appreciate all the support 👊

@jacksnedden25 7 күн бұрын

OMG!! Thank you for this info!! I had 2 outdoor spigots that leaked from the knob and this fixed it!! Hitting that Sub button!! Thanks again!!

@ncooty Жыл бұрын

Suggestion: When tightening a fitting, use another tool to counter the rotation rather than stressing the pipe or mounting hardware.

@DIY_Howie 5 ай бұрын

This solution worked GREAT!!! Thanks for the Video

@mrgopalrao 7 ай бұрын

Your suggestion helped in stopping dripping, thank you

@stevenfaulkenberry5156 Ай бұрын

Just tightening the packing nut behind my handle solved my problem. Thanks 1 million.

@KayKoz223 13 күн бұрын

Thank you for the quick fix. I tightened the Packing Nut and it stopped dripping. It is harder to turn it on and off. But it stopped dripping. Wow.

@wilsonpatx Жыл бұрын

Tightening the packing nut worked for me. Thanks!

@gessen1958 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for the tip! Can't believe I thought I had to replace the faucet! I just tightened up the outer nut and leak it gone!

@MarkGonzales-cz4xv Ай бұрын

Excellent! Thanks for getting to the point quickly.

@frankgonzalez2726 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your video I had that problem on water leaking when I turn on the water valve for years I was about to replace the valve , by watching this video all I had to do was tighten the valve problem solved saved me money and time appreciate! your help...

@johnyealland8218 Жыл бұрын

I really like the silicone hose washers sold by Lee Valley. They compress easily and get a good seal. I've been using them for a couple years and they seem to last and stay flexible. Great videos by the way, thanks.

@EverydayHomeRepairs Жыл бұрын

Hey John, thanks for the feedback 👍

@kriskafowlski4463 11 ай бұрын

Thanks Scott. Another great, very well explained video.

@shadgallaway7082 5 ай бұрын

The packing nut did it for me! Thanks for posting this! I’ll definitely be checking out your other videos.

@drew2000four 11 ай бұрын

I had both of those issues and they are now both fixed. Thanks!

@maryhoffman2547 14 күн бұрын

Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us. Just tightening the nut was it! Looks like many others as well. Thank you!!!

@Joevillan2 Жыл бұрын

Tightening the packing nut did the job. Thank you for creating your videos!

@blakefontana23 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video! Tightening behind the knob solved my leak & saved me $

@andreyeampierre2377 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for the assist. I just tightened the packing nut and fixed the issue

@sammicerise8553 Жыл бұрын

Fabulous! I will try tightening the nut. I hope that is it!! Wonderful

@EverydayHomeRepairs Жыл бұрын

🤞

@gabrconc 2 ай бұрын

Incredible…. I fixed mine just as you said, tighten it! Thanks a lot. I was about to replace it unnecessarily.

@EverydayHomeRepairs 2 ай бұрын

Always nice to find a fix that is easier than expected 👍

@Namita.Makeup 20 күн бұрын

Oh my goodness, thank you for this video. I almost called the plumber and then saw this video, leak fixed by tightening the packing nut.

@btlan6121 4 ай бұрын

Very good instruction... this old woman is going to try without calling a plumber! thanks.

@1Darkvictory Жыл бұрын

I have tightened the seat before and this does work, you have to be careful not to over tighten it as it may damage the threads/shaft. I like the anti syphon attachment, I am going to have to look into that. Be Well

@Onionpatchkid 11 ай бұрын

Good grief. I've had buckets under 2 hose bibs collecting the dripping water for 3 years. I saw this video, grabbed a crescent wrench and fixed them both in 2 minutes. Thank you! Gotta love KZfaq videos. A plumber would have charged me $300.

@zofo264 20 күн бұрын

I just tightened the nut under the turn valve and problem solved!

@bonnpoland 3 ай бұрын

Man... you just saved me a lot of time and money! Thanks!!! Liked and Subscribed!

@ericgill3312 3 ай бұрын

Wow i fixed mine. It just needed tighten. Thanks for the video 😊

@chris_manyjacks 6 ай бұрын

Thank you for your his video! I have guests coming to stay in the RV and I didn’t notice I had a leak. Just a little tightening and fixed!!

@EverydayHomeRepairs 6 ай бұрын

Got to love the easy fixes 🙌 enjoy the holidays.

@louisrubin5581 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for that tip about the 4th minute. That fixed my leak.

@Ashley172 14 күн бұрын

Omg thank you so much!! I am trying to set up a water timer so I can go on vacation and the water spigot kept leaking!! You’re the hero!!

@HRHTheDukeOfWindsor 2 ай бұрын

Wow! Just tightening the packing nut fixed it! Thanks for starting with the basics. Now I am going to have to go back to Home Depot and return all these brass fittings. LOL

@amalhasan6180 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much stay blessed

@alexandrepoirier1500 Жыл бұрын

...well it was simple as that...1/8 of a turn and problem solved.... Thanks !

@seanpurvis5052 Жыл бұрын

Excellent video. Thanks

@georgeriverasr.6298 Жыл бұрын

Great job, just enjoy your videos. They are very informative. 😊😊

@donnabaker6215 11 ай бұрын

Just tightening the packing nut fixed mine. Thank you!!

@stuartsw 2 ай бұрын

Packing nut worked a treat. Saved me a trip to Home Depot.

@chrisgaucher9056 Ай бұрын

Thanks! Just tightened the packing nut and all is good.

@dianebarnes755 10 ай бұрын

Just tightened the packing nut and i fixed the leak, thanks so much

@user-jt1on2ei7r 8 ай бұрын

Worked great! Thanks!

@rachelkoehler1473 Жыл бұрын

Tightening the packing nut worked for me!

@KISSUSMC1986 Ай бұрын

Yes Sir! I just had to tighten the packing nut and we're good to go. Thank you for the video.

@EverydayHomeRepairs Ай бұрын

Nice! Always good to get an easy one every now and then.

@zekenzy6486 Жыл бұрын

Great Video. Thank you for sharing

@davidraichel7554 3 ай бұрын

My leak is at the faucet handle. Possibly packing but. I will tighten and let you know. Thanks for the tips. 🙏

@tenzinlama7310 Жыл бұрын

Thank you. I try mine one

@PonyTamer Ай бұрын

WOW THAT WAS MAGIC! Saved me lots of time and $$$ thank you. Grateful!!

@EverydayHomeRepairs Ай бұрын

Happy to help!

@johndavis6596 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video! Just needed to tighten the nut here to fix my leak.

@christiancharkowski7987 9 ай бұрын

Easy, fix. All it took was to tighten that bad boy up. I wish I would have done that a couple months ago. Thanks for the quick and easy tutorial.

@photographybya7602 11 ай бұрын

I wasn’t sure what type of washer to buy so I appreciate the link.

@EclecticEstke 2 ай бұрын

Thank you! Fixed my facet

@redeaglewhoflieshigh8825 Ай бұрын

It was the nut! Needed very little tightening. Thanks

@BE2001 Ай бұрын

It was the packing nut for me. Thanks!

@jegrand 11 ай бұрын

Tightening the packing nut did the trick, thanks!

@brian1204 Жыл бұрын

I actually replaced some 1960s era faucets with some new ones a couple of years ago. I had issues where hand tightening wasn’t enough but using the leverage of a wrench stopped the leak.

@kb3hha 8 ай бұрын

My faucet looked like a small fountain whenever it was turned on. I was expecting a fix to require replacing the entire faucet. Searched online for a guide to repairing or replacing the faucet and found your video. Tightened the packing nut and no more fountain from the faucet. It's also good to know you have a video on how to rebuild the faucet when it reaches the point where tightening the packing nut no longer works. This was a simple fix, but it always feels so satisfying when I fix a nagging issue like this.

@skateboardkid420 9 ай бұрын

Thanks! you just saved me so much time and money

@shuitaoyang Ай бұрын

Man, you saved me! Did the exact same thing and it is working great

@EverydayHomeRepairs Ай бұрын

Awesome, helping homeowners save time and money is our laser focus 💯

@liviubeleuta4227 2 ай бұрын

That’s all it was for me, just tightening the nut. Thanks for the informative video.

@thecatholicunschooler6507 Ай бұрын

You are very direct thank you so much

@shaun9156 10 ай бұрын

thanks, helped me fix it.

@ahmedmusa9821 Жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@hpeteacher9445 Ай бұрын

Thank you for your video! I power washed my townhouse and my frost proof spigot started to leak. It is similar to your’s. I had to take the handle off to tighten the packing nut. It was plastic so ai used a socket and was careful not to over tighten it. I didn’t have to call the plumber and pay him to fix it.

@ascienceguy-5109 Жыл бұрын

Just as you said, for me replacing hose washers and tightening the packing nut usually solves the leak problem, but I always keep in my kit packing material, and valve seat washers, just in case.