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How to fix leaky garden tap?

hi all

i I have a leaky tap, I’ve tightened it as much as I can with my hand and don’t really want to use my spanner in case I crack something or break it. I’ve seen some threads saying to turn main water supply off and removing the tap, going to bunnings to find the ideal one. I’d love to try it but what do i screw out? Just below the lever or the part connecting to the water supply?

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julian_96

Also I’ve seen tips on kinetic tape - should I get it? It’s only $1 and I assume would help with the fit of the tap?

julian_96

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/44757#Comment_44757

Hi all

ive found my main water supply (front of house) turned it off and made sure my water wasn’t running before removing the old tap with a spanner and bringing it to bunnings. Matched the size of the insert and bought some kinetic tape! $18.95 cost compared to a $99 callout plumber (not including labor or materials!)

MitchellMc

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/84498#Comment_84498

Hi @julian_96,

I'm so sorry for the delay in my reply. You've done an awesome job, and replacing the tap is what I would have suggested. I'm glad you got it sorted.

Well done.

Mitchell

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