leaky tap

[dnash20]

Hi all, 2nd message of the day

Ive got a pillar tap in my kitchen which is leaking constantly. Ive dismantled it to check the seals etc and they look in good condition so i think may the tap is at fault or maybe the pressure if to high? When both taps r fully off i get a trickle of water coming out and if i turn the hot and cold tap on very slightly i end up with a drip. Any suggestions or tips?

Thanks

 

[Bernie2]

Sounds as though they may need reseating. You can buy a reseating tool that cuts the brass seating inside the tap to make the surface that the washer sits on smooth.

They are usually about a tenner. But if the taps are cheap or can be easily taken out it may be cheaper to get a new pair. Ask at your local Plumbers merchants not the sheds, they can be quite dear.

 

[stevetheplumber]

Hi all, 2nd message of the day

Ive got a pillar tap in my kitchen which is leaking constantly. Ive dismantled it to check the seals etc and they look in good condition so i think may the tap is at fault or maybe the pressure if to high? When both taps r fully off i get a trickle of water coming out and if i turn the hot and cold tap on very slightly i end up with a drip. Any suggestions or tips?

Thanks

real world answer is new taps most taps are cheap enough now i rarely even change a washer now taps are fecked before the washer wears out
in the bad old days getting taps ouy could be a nightmare now there easy to change so more cost effective to change
only time i overhaul taps now is if there exspensive or a nightmare to remove