You want to check the water pressure at a faucet. But the spout has no hose threads. A standard gauge will not screw on. Good news. You still have several easy options. Quick Q&A Q: How can I measure pressure without faucet threads? A: Use an aerator adapter, a clamp-on faucet gauge, or test pressure… Continue reading No Threads? How to Test Faucet Water Pressure
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No Aerator? Fix a Slow Bathroom Faucet Fast
Your bathroom sink flow is weak. Your faucet has no aerator to unscrew. That is common on some faucets. The good news is you can often clean it. Why does the flow drops Many “no aerator” faucets still have tiny outlet holes. Some have a hidden screen in the spout. Hard water leaves mineral crust.… Continue reading No Aerator? Fix a Slow Bathroom Faucet Fast
How to Fix a Creaking Bathroom Faucet Cartridge
Question:My bathroom faucet was installed six years ago. Recently, it became difficult to turn on and off, and now it makes a horrible creaking sound. I found some advice online about using silicone lubricant on the o-rings in the cartridge, but I couldn’t find anything for my exact model. I managed to remove the handle,… Continue reading How to Fix a Creaking Bathroom Faucet Cartridge
How to Identify a 6-in Frost-Free Outdoor Faucet
How to Identify a 6-in Frost-Free Outdoor Faucet(plumbing101.i234.me) — You have a frost-free faucet (a sillcock or wall hydrant) about 6 in long, and you’re trying to find the brand and model. That helps you get the right replacement parts or stem kit. Here’s how to go about it. Q: What features help identify the… Continue reading How to Identify a 6-in Frost-Free Outdoor Faucet
How to Fix Stuck Faucet Stems
How to Fix Stuck Faucet Stems Struggling with stuck faucet stems after replacing seats and springs? Learn why stems won’t depress and how to get your old faucet working again. Fixing a dripping faucet can turn into a bigger challenge than expected. Many homeowners find that after replacing seats and springs, the faucet stems no… Continue reading How to Fix Stuck Faucet Stems
Fixing a Bathroom Sink Faucet Leak
Fixing a Bathroom Sink Faucet Leak Is your bathroom sink dripping under the handle? Learn why faucets leak from underneath and how to fix or replace them the right way. A leaking bathroom sink can be frustrating, especially when the source is not the pipes but the faucet itself. In many cases, water can drip… Continue reading Fixing a Bathroom Sink Faucet Leak
Fix Low Flow on Kohler Bathroom Faucet
Fix Low Flow on Kohler Bathroom Faucet Dealing with low water flow on a Kohler widespread faucet? Learn if the restrictor can be removed and explore faucet options with removable restrictors. Low water flow from a bathroom faucet can be frustrating. Many modern faucets, including the Kohler Sundae widespread model, use built-in restrictors to meet… Continue reading Fix Low Flow on Kohler Bathroom Faucet