Fix leaking dripping taps - Plumbers DONT want you to know !!!

[@billshowto]

Make sure the main water supply is turned off first👍👍👍👍

[@edithflood631]

So glad you mentioned to turn off mains water stopcock at front of residence. This is an awesome video covering beginner washer replacement, intermediate refacing seats, and advanced replacement of tap seats for DIYers. Thank you so much.

[@billshowto]

⁠you’re very welcome 👍

[@aravinamehau3699]

A great suggestion.

[@gav6808]

Also put the plug in the sink or bath tub so nothing goes down the drain! Many people dont do that and they lose things.

[@cheezypotatobakez1728]

HELP 😢 PLEASE! I followed your video on how to do a simple washer change and now when I turn the bath taps on, water is coming through the wall.... What have I done wrong?

[@Bugsquash]

Bloody brilliant Bill. My dad (retired plumbing industry) was very disappointed when I told him I fixed it myself with this videos help. He had even gone to his shed to get his old tool box.

[@joartym6649]

A big thank you as I'm on the brink of having to change my bathroom sink washers myself 🤦‍♀ girl power to the rescue. I have to rummage through my fathers tool box to find the needed tools do most of the task. Watched this job done many times as a child so wish my luck 🤞

[@Anarchsis]

Thanks Bill, my mums shower has a continual leak and the plumber said there was a damaged tap seat- scratched exactly as in your example, now I know how to fix thanks to you. You’re a gentleman and a scholar!

[@deanragg5551]

Magic. Thanks for this video. The new tap seat is what i was hoping for. Never new you could do that. You have saved me a plumber bill. Thank you so much.

[@billshowto]

You’re welcome 👍

[@geoff1520]

Your a legend I Had no idea that you could simply tap in a new valve face

[@tatski2274]

I finally fixed our leaking shower after so many tries. Thank you Bill!

[@marklawrance6590]

Missed a few tips here. Turn off the water first. Open the tap valve as it makes it easier to remove spindle. When you tap a thread as in for the new seat always go 1/2 turn forward and 1/4 turn back. This will clear the debris and make it easier to tap the thread. You also need a slow revving drill such as a cordless drill to reseat as too high a speed would cut too much out.

[@stephenleonard6214]

Another great, helpful video. Well done Bill. Your explanations are perfect, not over complicated and give confidence to the home handyman that they could do just about anything around the home.

[@billshowto]

You’re welcome 👍

[@mupdog9697]

Finally the solution. I had a micro crack in the seat and I have tried reseating this about 4 times and feared I was getting close to flogging it out for good. This has fixed the problem. You are a legend Bill.

[@amandab3946]

Tap spanner! Thank you for using the name so I don’t have to walk around Bunnings showing teens a screenshot of some metal hexagon

[@yandipurnawan]

Thanks Bill. You are a legend. I find your videos are very practical and useful. All explained in a very thorough and straight to the point DIY friendly way.

[@billshowto]

You’re welcome, glad I can help👍

[@johntojnar7070]

Keep putting these simple and informative videos out Bill… fantastic work mate!!

[@billshowto]

👍👍👍

[@johnsean3948]

Love it. If you added a part about installing quarter or half turn taps, that could save even more money and effort for homeowners.

[@billshowto]

That may have to be a separate video. I’ll add it to my list 👍

[@star_fossil]

Yes please

[@myOpinion771]

Cheers mate, been following you for awhile. Always a pleasure👍

[@billshowto]

👍👍👍👍

[@robotsnthat]

Great video Bill, I love the knock-up you made, excellent stuff. I was amazed 20 years ago when I came to Australia, that these old fashioned taps were still a thing. Ceramic washer taps were unheard off 😂

[@spangas5799]

As always, easy-to-follow instructions and valuable information. Thanks for sharing.

[@cailltelorgaireuaighean7399]

Thanks Bill. Great video that I will share with my daughter. Can you make a video comparing the various materials used in hot & cold tap washers. There are so many choices, cheap & expensive, soft & hard, plastic & brass stems. Some wear out quickly.

[@catsurreal1655]

Thanks for your video. I've never experienced a plumber actually flushing the taps after reseating, so now I know why I have to keep getting them back to fix dripping taps! Ceramic disc taps are the way to go though.

[@user-rm1um7hi7r]

Always great new innovations out there and blokes like you put them out for us to see👍

[@eunicehehir6374]

Thanks so much @billshowto I'm an elderly lady and my husband no longer can do handyman work. I'm excited to learn from you. I'm so very sad my husband is no longer able but it does mean I now get a chance to do things. Blessings and Thanks 😊❤😊

[@rjclarkeePincadeRebel]

superb video, id defo recommend turning off mains and flushin a toilet or running a tap to remove any system pressure!!

[@moejoe7782]

Thank you Bill a very well-made and perfectly explained video.

[@billshowto]

You’re welcome 👍

[@sandman6588]

Cheers mate! Appreciate your input and insight on such a simple repair that almost anyone can do. 👍🏼

[@marktxxx]

I knew the first 2 tips but had no idea about the last. Great to know. Thanks for your insights.

[@billshowto]

You’re welcome 👍

[@hannahbinion5854]

Thanks a million, it's so easy and quick to do as long as you have that Tap Spanner. Annoying drip now gone after replacement washers.

[@mugez92]

Thanks Bill, another informative video. Coming from a first time home builder, your videos are always my go to when it comes to home improvement 🤙🏻

[@billshowto]

Unfortunately the way new houses are being built including mine, maintenance and repairs come much quicker than they should. Hope all goes well👍👍👍

[@jeffbradley8783]

Great building advice for the many Bill, always awesome.

[@aimaction7393]

FANTASTIC, AND EXTREMELY WELL PRESENTED. SIMPLY EXPLAINED DIFFICULT ACTIONS. I LEARNT A LOT. GREAT JOB. I ACTUALLY HAVE A MASSIVE LEAKING TAP, AND NEED TO RESEAT THE COLD WATER. THE PLUMBER MADE IT WORSE.

[@billshowto]

You’re welcome 👍

[@antoinetooma2471]

Great Mate. That is exactly what i needed. Tried to shave but that did work so I am going to do exactly what you have shown us.

[@jackdawg4579]

cheers Bill, very timely. I have a set of taps that are leaking again that I did the tap seats in years ago, I'm hoping another go with the reseating tool will do the job, but that hydroseal looks like a game changer if it doesnt!

[@billshowto]

👍👍👍

[@scudest438]

Great video I've done steps 1 and 2 for years to fix my taps but always thought how can I fix a tap fitting which has been refinished multiple times, never knew about the rethreader kit!! Will keep that in mind, if I ever get that far up s*^t Creek!!

[@joekool5005]

Good job. That kit's been around for years. Haven't had a tap where I've had to go that far, but it's a good s option if required. There's one leak which is rare but you can add it to your list and that is the spindle o-ring.

[@billshowto]

I have done a few videos on this but on shut off valve’s. Exactly the same process but I’ll add it to the list in case people can’t find them👍

[@Harry_Bl44346]

Great demo

[@worstbadguy]

You’re life saver ! Love your channel

[@zacj63]

Thanks Bill for this excellent plumbing lesson👍👍

[@billshowto]

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[@coreyjessop1329]

Bro you are the man!!

[@chlobeth]

Thanks Bill, I knew you would had a video on this. Great work like Always. Now onto the toilet running 😁

[@mrgmrg9375]

This is gold , thanks heaps mate, this is the exact problem I have!!!

[@bbking0064]

Very well explained. Well done!

[@richyearle007]

Well done Bill..You only need to view the size of Plumber's advertisements to conclude many charge like wounded Bulls..

[@murphyrp01]

Quality content and video Bill.

[@billshowto]

👍

[@DAZZA1933]

Thanks mate your videos are fist class so professional.I am surprised you don’t have any sponsors. 👌👍😊

[@The_Handyman_Can]

Top video mate. I’ve not seen these kits before. I thought the only option was just to reseat the old one. I recon teflon tape might be the go instead of lock tight though, as who knows, the replaced seat might need replacing again in 20 or so years. Thanks for sharing!

[@Gordon_L]

Loctite 567 .

[@cccollected1]

Awesome presentation!!

[@erinkinsella2827]

Thanks for this, super helpful

[@ajaykarratha]

Great video Bill. Very helpful

[@rodbritton360]

Just a shout-out... Man, these are seriously impressive how-to videos.

[@tassie7325]

Cheers Bill. You are a life saver 👍

[@Lachy1100]

Fantastic vid Bill 👏 thanks heaps for sharing

[@7divad37]

Nicely done!

[@latiffabdul]

Thanks Bill. Great video.

[@vicpower677]

This is so helpful - thank you

[@jonathanmagic5633]

Thankyou, I'm going broke buying new washers that don't make any difference, will try the drill reseater tool as my hand driven one does SFA.

[@pwpaulwest]

Great Video. Thanks

[@yarpos]

helps at times to open the tap a turn before you try to loosen the spindle, then you are just working on the thread minus any pressure/friction from the washer

[@privateryan3593]

I love this channel I have learnt so much I can do myself around the house. Thanks Bill ! :)

[@nickdurrant4283]

Let's get straight into this guys, let's do this 👌

[@billshowto]

👍

[@chriscflint]

Great video, I have ordered all the bits shown in your video and I trust you will get an Amazon affiliate link. I did not know about the reseat replacement damn good idea. Cheers

[@AlaFefe]

Great tutorial for the girls, thanks.

[@billshowto]

👍

[@Murls]

Ripper video Bill, thanks.

[@billshowto]

You’re welcome 👍👍👍

[@sapphodesigns2377]

Great video Bill❤

[@LoCoWi]

Great video! Thank you.

[@HaveANiceDay-pb6nb]

Thanks Bill! Followed your steps and it worked perfectly! :):) :):)

[@RANDALL_MARS]

Legend. Super easy to follow. 👍

[@RichL_WA]

Thanks Bill 👍🏻 awesome 👏

[@alanwood4968]

We took the head of put in the reseating tool then put a new washer job done as good as new.

[@shirleyhenriksen2026]

Thank you so much Bill 👍

[@billshowto]

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[@richierich1283]

Same here A big thank you bill . Ho a do you close and out door tap but is still Water is dripping .?

[@billshowto]

I have made a video on that exact problem 👍

[@edover50]

Super good video Bill!

[@carlosmu9552]

Great plumbing video, just gotta question, how did u remove the old seat?

[@lyndacatch4554]

I wondered why I had metal shavings coming out of my shower head, now I know I had a useless plumber 🤦🏻‍♀️ thanks for this 🫶🏻

[@mixedbag7126]

it could also be leaking at the handle, spindle - you can change the little o-ring(s) in there if the handle drips. 👍☺☺

[@sunnyheart4749]

hi mate, your video is really helpful, thanks. Can you add a link of socket spanner you used in the vedio? I couldn't find the right one on the market😅

[@beena8510]

Thanks

[@alaricomanju7280]

Too easy. Awesome video. Subscribed

[@losingmyparadigm8261]

You're a legend

[@M_a_r_ke]

with the tap seat replacement, it may still leak if the threads were made a little loose, and you can fix that with a bit of thread sealer

[@sukhbindergill9220]

Thanks 🙏

[@mattypurcell]

I've been putting up with the ensuite cold dripping for months... Ill have a rack this week, Legend cheers 🍻

[@billshowto]

👍👍👍

[@mattypurcell]

I ment crack at it 🤣

[@Paul-L125]

👍 Don't tell a plumber 😂

[@billshowto]

Lol, they’re all watching too👍

[@Jont4mysay]

Great video thank you. Does the new seat simply sit over the old one after the new thread has been created?

[@tunein2life681]

Thank you!! 👍

[@billshowto]

👍

[@user-sy1ul1tt1b]

Love it great job

[@lazkajer8918]

Thank u so much man i fixed my shower but the tub is a priblem i i put in the new seat but spout is still leaking could it be the spout???

[@davidwright1752]

I have found is easier to reseat then put new 1/4 turn ceramic tap good for 100 years. Just clean the seat up with the tool no need for the insert if putting in the ceramic tap. Has its own seat. Bit expensive though. But I was desperate very old house.

[@andrewgooch5587]

Is it a different repair if it's a single tap (mixer)?

[@chuckmaddison2924]

My seat is worn. There is about 1.5 mm of metal above pipe. The erosion is about 1mm above good metal. I'm wondering if still possible.

[@Asad-2166]

Excellent

[@felipemelo8605]

Mate amazing. 🎉

[@RossDCurrie]

The hardest part of the process so far has been that my tap cover does not just screw off lefty loosey, with 40 years of corrosion :)

[@1Humanoid]

Thank you

[@NazifNB]

perfect,thanks mate

[@armacdee]

Hi Bill, don't forget to tell everyone to turn their main water tap off before they attempt this.

[@billshowto]

👍

[@iranjanijayawardhena9384]

after replacing the valve when I close the tap I have to tighten the tap so hard. does this means it's a worn out tap seat

[@Penfolds5]

I did this year's ago and made it go from a drip to full flowing water that I couldn't turn off. Ended up costing 1000 to get a plumber to fix it. Not sure what I did wrong or how they fixed it without removing tiles

[@mets23q]

Hey bill can you still shave the seat on the hydro seal or does it have to be the original seat?

[@tysont2380]

Can you do a video about old taps that have the hot ans cold coming out of 2 separate outlets

[@rickfromhove3324]

Mate just joined your channel. Love your work ! Cheers

[@nickhayden]

legend - great vid

[@bradolufson]

With that last tool....how many times do i spin it or do i spin until it wont anymore? Thanks