Why is my new Moen cartridge leaking?

The seat can become damaged with use so that it no longer fits correctly into the hole in the cartridge, which allows water to leak. The O-ring may also become cracked and cause a leak. The best rule of thumb is to replace all of the inside parts of a faucet at the same time so that you get a good seal.

Why is my new shower cartridge leaking?

When water drips or drizzles from a shower head, there is a problem with the shower faucet (valve). In most cases, inner seals are worn, or parts have become corroded or clogged with hard water deposits. And the rubber O-rings and gaskets that seal connections between moving metal parts wear down with time and use.

Can you put a Moen cartridge in backwards?

If the hot and cold are reversed, the supply lines are reversed or the cartridge is installed upside down, remove and rotate the 1222 cartridge 180 degrees. To install the 1222 cartridge, see 1222 Cartridge: Single Handle Shower- PosiTemp.

How do you fix a dripping faucet cartridge?

Spread a thin layer of plumber’s grease around the cartridge. Push the faucet cartridge into the faucet, aligning it with the notches. Then tighten the large retaining nut with the wrench and replace the handles. Kits containing faucet repair parts are readily available at hardware stores and home centers.

Why does my shower drip hours after I turn it off?

If your shower keeps dripping long after you’ve shut off the water, you’ve probably got a bad valve. It’s an easy repair you can do yourself in less than an hour.

Why does my faucet drip after I turn it off?

The faucet valve (working parts) is housed in the handle and controls the on/off, volume, and temperature control. Over time, a faucet valve can lose its ability to make a water-tight seal, so water will drip out even in the off position.

What happens when a shower cartridge fails?

If the cartridge wears out, your shower valve won’t function properly. (Indicated by leaking or seeping water.) The rubber rings and parts around the shower valve may need to be replaced, as these shower components are susceptible to breaking, corrosion, or dry-rot.

What should I do if my Moen shower cartridge is still leaking?

Make sure it is genuine Moen brand. Everything that keeps the faucet from dripping is in the cartridge so if it still leaks you did something wrong or need a good stem. (You must log in or sign up to reply here.) Should a tile with a hairline crack in a shower floor tile be replaced? Replaced cartridge; worked briefly, now new leak.

Is the Moen faucet still leaking after installation?

Update: After the installation of the model 1225 cartridge, the faucet works without any leaks from the stem. With the addition of a new knob the whole fixture is working better than new.

What’s the difference between the old and New Moen cartridges?

I think the old brass body was 1225, and the new plastic body is the 1125-B. The 1225-B was the solution to the single handle crossover problem. I’ve never researched it, but that’s what one of my origonal journeymen told me???

What kind of cartridge is the Moen 1225?

The 1225 is the Danco replica (plastic, the B is Brass) of the original MOEN 1200 (always brass, btw) cartridge. The divertor is built into the design of this cartridge – which is why diversion never works quite right with the 1225 installed.