If your shower faucet is old, leaking, or just looks outdated, you may be wondering: can I change a shower faucet myself? The good news is that in many cases, yes, you can. Replacing a shower faucet is a manageable DIY project if you’re comfortable with basic plumbing tasks. However, whether you can do it … Read more
If you’re thinking about upgrading your shower fixtures, you may be asking: can I replace a shower faucet without replacing the valve? The short answer is yes—sometimes. It depends on the type of shower system you have, how old it is, and what exactly you want to replace. In many cases, you can swap out … Read more
If your bathtub faucet won’t switch to the shower, it’s almost always a problem with the diverter
If your bath faucet leaks while the shower is running, you’re dealing with a very common plumbing issue. Instead of all the water going up to the showerhead, some of it keeps coming out of the tub spout. While it may not seem urgent, this wastes water, reduces shower pressure, and can increase your utility … Read more
If your kitchen sink faucet is loose from the countertop, you may notice it wobbling when you turn the handles, pull on the sprayer, or adjust the spout. While this might seem like a small annoyance, leaving it unfixed can lead to leaks, damage to the countertop, and even broken plumbing connections. Fortunately, tightening or … Read more
If your kitchen sink faucet is leaking from the hose, you’ve probably noticed water dripping under the sink, pooling in the cabinet, or even spraying when you use the pull-out or pull-down sprayer. This is one of the most common kitchen faucet issues. Left unchecked, it can cause water damage, mold, and wasted water. Fortunately, … Read more
If you’re installing a new faucet and find that the faucet hole in your porcelain sink is too small, you’ll need to carefully enlarge it. Porcelain sinks are strong but brittle, meaning the wrong technique can cause chips or cracks. Enlarging a faucet hole isn’t difficult, but it requires the right tools, patience, and safety … Read more
Installing a new faucet in a quartz sink sometimes requires drilling extra holes. Quartz is a beautiful, durable material, but it’s also hard and brittle, which means the wrong tools or technique can crack it. If you need to drill faucet holes in a quartz sink, it’s important to do it carefully and with the … Read more
If you’ve ever tried to tighten or install a faucet, you know the struggle: the space under the sink is cramped, dark, and nearly impossible to reach with standard tools. That’s why plumbers and DIY homeowners use specialized tools designed for the job. If your faucet is hard to get to under the sink, you’ll … Read more
If you’ve noticed green buildup on your sink faucet, you’re not alone. Many homeowners eventually spot green or bluish-green stains on faucets, handles, or around the spout. While it may look concerning, the cause is usually simple: mineral deposits, corrosion, or a reaction between water and metal parts. Left untreated, though, this buildup can damage … Read more