Is this your problem?
- Steady drip from the spout with handles fully off
- Water leaking from the handle base when running
- Squeaky or stiff handles alongside the drip
- Water stains or mineral buildup around the faucet base
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What to do right now
Identify the drip type
Spout drip = worn cartridge/washer. Handle-base leak = O-ring or packing. Knowing which helps the pro bring the right parts.
Shut the local valves
Turn the hot and cold supply valves under the sink clockwise. This stops the drip while you wait for repair.
Note the brand if visible
Cartridges are brand-specific (Moen, Delta, Kohler...). A photo of any logo helps the pro bring the exact part.
Don't overtighten
Cranking handles harder wears parts faster and can crack handles. If it's dripping with normal force, the part is done.
Call for the fix
Call (844) 699-1165. Cartridge and washer replacements are quick, affordable visits — often under an hour.
Stay safe
- Turn local supply valves off before any DIY attempt.
- Don't use excessive force on stuck handles — they snap.
- If the shutoff valves under the sink are frozen or leaking themselves, leave them alone and call.
Mistakes to avoid
- Ignoring the drip for a year — the water bill quietly exceeds the repair cost many times over.
- Buying a 'universal' cartridge that doesn't fit your faucet.
- Overtightening handles daily — it accelerates wear.
- Replacing the whole faucet when only a $15 cartridge failed (though very old faucets can merit replacement).
What to tell the plumber when you call
Have these answers ready — it gets you the right pro faster and a more accurate quote.
- Where the drip is: spout, handle base, or under-sink connections
- The faucet brand if you can see a logo
- Kitchen, bathroom, tub, or shower
- How long it's been dripping and whether it's worsening
- Whether the under-sink shutoff valves work
Not quite your problem?
| Spray from a supply line under the sink | Supply line leak — shut the valve → |
| Low flow rather than dripping | Pressure issue → |
| Leak at the shower head | Same family — mention 'shower' on the call → |
Leaking Faucet — FAQs
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