Tips for Replacing Worn Valve Seats: A Do-it-yourself Plumbing Project
Here are step-by-step instructions for replacing worn valve seats as a do-it-yourself home project.
Make sure that the valve seat can be replaced. Not all valve seats can be replaced. To make sure that you can replace a worn valve seat, make sure there is a square or hexagon slot that will fit a screwdriver. If so, you can replace it. If not, you will have to resurface the seat with a seat dressing tool.
Prepare the work area. You can prepare to replace the worn valve seat by blocking the drain opening. You can use a cloth to block the drain.
Turn off the water. Before you replace the worn valve seat, you'll have to turn off the water. To get started locate the main water supply and turn off the water by shutting off the valves.
Remove the Faucet Handle. Take off the handle cap and unscrew the screw that holds the faucet in place.
Remove the Water Pump Valve. Remove the compression valve with a pair of pliers. Put washes and o rings to the side for later use.
Remove old valve seat. Using a snug fitting wrench to remove the old valve seat, turn the wrench counterclockwise. Loosen up a stuck valve is stuck by applying spray lubricant or a penetrating oil.
Purchase a new valve seat. Take the original valve seat to the hardware or home improvement store to match it up with a replacement duplicate valve seat. This will ensure that you will have a perfect fit.
Replace valve seat. Before you install the new valve seat, lubricate the threads with spray lubricant. Replace the valve seat in the faucet using a seat wrench. Turn the wrench clockwise to reassemble the valve seat in the faucet.
Reinstall the Faucet. Before you put the faucet back together, flush out the system to remove any debris. Use a cloth to cover the hole. Gently turn on the water to flush the system. Reassemble the faucet by installing the compression valve, faucet handle and handle cap.
Check for leaks. Turn the faucet on and check for leaks. If there are no leaks, you've just successfully completed replacing worn valve seats.
Published by Candice W.
Candice W. is a writer from Michigan. Her interests are writing, entrepreneurship, real estate, watching movies, trying new foods and bargain shopping. She also goes by the name MrsWrite. View profile
- An Inside Look at Auto RepairYou don't always see everything that goes on in an auto repair shop. The author has an insider's look that separates the good from the bad, and how repairing cars is different today than in the old days.
- Tips on Repairing a Cartridge FaucetThis article has a few tips you can use when repairing a leaky cartridge faucet in your kitchen or bath.
How to Reduce Your Fuel Consumption by 10 to 20 PercentPositive and practical steps to reduce your Gasoline consumption and costs.- Used Car Spotlight: BMW 3-Series (2005 - Present)If you are thinking of buying a used BMW 3-series this guide will tell you everything you ever wanted to know and more.
Check Vehicle Sounds to Find the ProblemListen to your vehicle, and when it's making sounds that aren't normal, check into the source. You might find out it's nothing to worry about, but you could find a serious vehic...
- Stop Those Leaky Pipes Cold
- How to Repair a Leaky Single-lever Ball Faucet
- Properly Checking and Testing Engine Compression
- Tips for Repairing a Ball Type Faucet
- Repair a Bathroom Ball Joint Faucet Leak with These Easy Steps
- Repairing a Compression Faucet
- Used Hybrid Spotlight-(2004-2009 Toyota Prius)
3 Comments
Post a Commentthanks again - still have that bathroom project ahead of me after Christmas -- it will integrate a lot of these how-to guides.
Well done! You made it easy to understand.
Great step by step directions!