Fix Delta Tub Faucet Leak

Shut off the hot and cold water supply valves which are usually silver knobs under the sink.

Fix delta tub faucet leak.

Pull the handle. Turn on the faucet to. And take a picture of the stem unit before you remove it with the channel locks. However you may also need to replace the entire stem if the handle is stiff when turning on the faucet if there is a leak around the handle when the faucet is turned on or if replacing the seat and spring doesn t stop the leak.

Turn on another faucet at a lower level to. Look to see whether the spout is dripping this is the most common cause of a leak. What you ll need to repair the faucet. Use either an allen wrench or phillips screwdriver to remove the screw holding the faucet handle in place.

How to fix a leaky faucet. Unscrew the delta faucet handle by hand and use an allen wrench to loosen the set screw that holds the handle body in place. 1 8 inch allen wrench needle nose pliers tongue and groove pliers screwdriver replacement parts if you have a lever handle style product you need rp61. Replace stem unit assembly 3 in diagram repair part rp1740 leaks from base of the spout.

Turn off the water in the house by closing the main water valve. Unscrew the stem unit nut with channel locks. Replace spray hose assembly 5 in diagram repair part rp31612 if spray head does not work or divert properly. If you have a knob handle you need rp188.

How to repair a leaking delta tub spout step 1. If it is you may just have to tighten the handle s. Then remove the faucet handle body and set it aside.