Faucet Stem Replacement

Written By: Tristan Norris
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Faucet Stem Replacement

Difficulty

Easy

Steps

10

Time Required

10 minutes

Introduction

In this guide, I'll walk you through replacing a leaking faucet stem for a Delta water faucet. Don't worry, it's easier than it sounds! We'll cover it in about 10-11 simple steps, using only three common household tools and a brand new faucet stem. Let's get started!

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    • Turn off the water supply.

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    • Pry off the faucet cap with a spudger.

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    • Unscrew the knob with either a Phillips or a flathead screwdriver, depending on your faucet.

    • Remove the knob from the faucet.

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    • Use a wrench to remove the nut from the faucet stem.

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    • Remove the faucet stem using pliers.

    • Removing the stem can be very difficult so make sure you are stable and have control.

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    • Use a paper towel to soak up any excess water in the area where the stem was located.

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    • To replace the new stem, simply push it down into the hole.

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    • When the stem is installed, screw in the nut over the stem with pliers.

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    • Apply the knob and screw into the stem.

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    • Lastly, Turn the water supply back on and watch the magic happen!

Conclusion

I hope this guide was simple and easy to follow. If you have any questions, feel free to leave a comment below, and I'll get back to you as soon as possible.

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