Expert Contributor Written by Ryan Corbett, Master Plumber Dream Team Home Services
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Signs Your Faucet Is Broken
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ost faucets require little maintenance, so it’s easy to keep those fixtures working correctly for a long time. Every faucet, however, eventually gets to a point where it meets the inevitable fate of needing to be repaired or replaced. Here are 6 signs that it’s time for some faucet maintenance or replacement.
Squeaking Handle If the faucet handle squeaks when turning the water on and off, it means parts in the interior are worn out, and the faucet will eventually become unusable.
Worn-Out Parts A faucet has many small parts that may corrode or wear out over time. Damaged washers, O-rings, valve seats and seals are often a direct cause of annoying faucet issues.
Irregular Discharge When your water stream comes out of the spout at an unusual angle and makes sputtering sounds, your faucet is likely damaged.
Improperly Installed Parts Parts that are not installed correctly — or are the wrong part altogether — can cause dripping. For example, if the washer is too large or small, the faucet will leak. Unexplainable Water Meter Increase Not all faucet leaks are obvious. If you haven’t used water for several hours but your water meter increased, indicating water usage, that means you have a leak somewhere.
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Dripping and Leaking If your faucet is still spurting water when the handle is all the way off, it’s a sign of a leak.
A broken faucet can be a nuisance no matter where it is in your home. These water fixtures are critical for your everyday needs, so as soon as you notice any of the above signs, the malfunctioning faucet should be fixed or replaced. Even a slow drip can cause your water bill to increase and it can also cause damage to your home. M
