Why is my Kohler faucet leaking?

Temporary leak: Dirt or debris has collected in the aerator, the screen located at the end of the spout. This drip lasts for a minute or two after the faucet is turned off. Continuous leak: The valve/cartridge under the handle that controls the flow of water has worn out.

Why is my bathroom faucet leaking at the base?

The leaking occurs when the faucet is turned on. If it’s a double-handle sink, turn the water on and look for water around the base of the faucet. This type of leak can be caused by a cracked or dried up O-ring.

How do you fix a leaking bathroom faucet with two handles?

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1. Turn both water supply lines to the faucet OFF.
2. Loosen the set screw on the faucet handle.
3. Take the faucet handle off.
4. Remove the retaining clip/nut.
5. Pull cartridge out. ( use pliers to pull up and out)
6. Drop in a brand new cartridge.
7. Install the retaining clip/nut.
8. Put faucet handle back on.

How do you remove a Kohler bathroom faucet handle?

Hold the handle with one hand. Using your other hand, turn the skirt, the decorative flared piece below the handle, counterclockwise. A strap wrench may also be used, taking care to protect all finish surfaces. Remove any remaining components to expose the valve.

How do I remove an old Kohler tub faucet?

With the hex key inserted into the set screw, twist it counterclockwise just enough to loosen the screw’s grip on the pipe. You don’t need to remove the set screw completely. Once the screw is sufficiently loose, the tub spout can be pulled forward until it’s completely off the water pipe.

How do you stop a tub faucet from dripping?

One is by removing the different seals along the stem by taking out the retaining screw on one end. Another way is to replace the whole valve system. Take note that replacing the diverter tub spout is one method that should fix the leak. The diverter tub spout is able to control the flow of water from the faucet.