How to Fix a Leaking Bathtub Faucet | The Home Depot

[@Emperor-Wild-Man]

Before you disassemble the faucet handle (the part you take out the "screw) you should first place a rag over the drain, so if you drop the screw it will not go into the drain. Otherwise, you may have to call the plumber to retrieve the screw. LOL.

[@ladybugsarah6671]

Good idea.. thanks for the heads up

[@athomepei]

They did put a towel down however did not explain why they were doing it!

[@IsaacCollis-v7k]

Learned that the hard way. 😂

[@withKaren]

😅😅hahaha

[@CodyRideaux]

I actually just completed this. With the right tools and parts it took me less than one hour. Few prices of advice for beginners like myself: 1. The part he’s uses in this video is a Moen 1222. Got mine at Home Depot but I believe Amazon has some as well. 2. The Moen 1222 cartridge comes with the silicone so no need to buy a separate one. 3. I had to remove the large circle part from mine. It was attached with caulking and a foam behind the circle piece. All you need to do in order to remove it is was a scrapper or a knife to remove the caulking. After that, you can just unscrew it but this step is only needed if you are unable to access the pin just by removing the first few parts before you have to remove the pin. Happy to provide more advice for anyone that may need it.

[@cmbooks2000]

Thank you. This is important information that should have been included in the clip. This video suc...eh...leaks.

[@Chelsea123Chii]

I came on here to try to fix my shower. After watching the tutorial I felt helpless. Then after reading your comment I thought... He should be a plumber. You could make serious $!

[@japposaurusrex]

What large circle part are you talking about? Currently stumped as I can not take out the original cartrige out.

[@walker9298]

Thanks for the video. It took about 35 min. to install. It feels real good knowing I didn't have to call a plumber and get robbed.

[@mercedesbardales2933]

@walker9298 I hope I get mine off because the plumber asked for $550 I almost died like are you serious and I had the parts.

[@Chelsea123Chii]

Can you fix mine?? 😂

[@YoMateo.]

Whoever's reading this, i pray that whatever you're going through gets better and whatever you're struggling with or worrying about is going to be fine and that everyone has a fantastic day! Amen

[@Nollieflipp]

Thank you. I needed this man. Sending love and prosperity your way 🙏

[@axelbahena1505]

Amen brother

[@1w598]

Annoying comment. Not the time or place for this. Just pray that I get the $700 I need to have my shower fixed.

[@theboy7036]

@@1w598 best of luck to you and my leaks

[@MiguelGonzalez-nw6rq]

Thank you brother just needed this!! Amen to you ❤

[@midge91]

Where's the video on how to spend four hours trying to get the handle screw out with every Allen key known to man kind? I gave up and sold the house.

[@Chelsea123Chii]

They're gonna be pissed when they take a shower and the faucet leaks... 🤣

[@Jason-tf4qw]

At home depot customer service desk.

[@2Days16Hours]

Ok so, I just had to replace my cartridge in my Moen tub faucet. I had the Moen 1222 type cartridge. Luckily this video was exactly what I needed. HOWEVER, it was not as easy as the video showed. I got the cartridge about 1/3 of the way out, and CRACK! The cartridge broke right off! I had to chip the rest of it out carefully. That took about 2 hours. Once I got that taken care of, I followed the installation from the rest of the video and it was a breeze. NOTE!!! Make sure that once you have the cartridge in and the retaining clip in place, turn the water on so you know where the off is before you put all the other pieces back on. I did not do that, and when I turned the water on, with the handle in the off position, the tub was running full force. Good luck everyone.

[@ThePyrotopia]

How did you manage to chip it out having a similar problem currently 😬

[@2Days16Hours]

@@ThePyrotopia I used needle nose pliers and a small screwdriver. Carefully carefully so as not to damage the seat of the faucet. Little by little I broke the pieces off and pulled them out until I got to the rubber seal. Once you tear out the old seal, it should collapse in on itself and come out easy after that. Case in point, use whatever tools you can to help. Good luck

[@maryb5553]

Which size Allen did you use. I just can't seem to get the handle off and it's really frustrating. I have tried many sizes? Any suggestions on how to get it off. Nothing seems to turn the screw 🪛

[@hattienewton9165]

Very helpful you make it look so easy I have a leak in the tub was going to call a plumber not I can do this my self thank you for your easy instructions I can save me a lot off money

[@DingLu-fy2rr]

Many thanks to this video. I followed it to replace the Moen 1222 cartdridge for my shower faucet successfully. My only suggestion is that the video should show in more details how to reinstal the retaining clip: It is a bit tricky to insert the cartridge in a precise position so that the retaining clip can slip into the "neck" of the cartridge.

[@stephanieeldridge1754]

Amen! Thank u so much for ur prayer.

[@vardankaribyan7814]

Hi there thank you for the video explanation how to do the job in the easy steps and thank you Home Depot and thank you to the members who created the video God bless you all.

[@dennismcdaniel1]

My faucet is really old, how do I find out what replacement faucet I need?

[@ashirtthatjusthaspantswrit3806]

Take the old one into a plumbing repair store and have them look up what you need. It’s been six months and I hope you found an answer before now, but if you haven’t I hope this helps

[@lolli2943]

What I’d like to know if how do you know it’s the cartridge that’s the problem?

[@Chelsea123Chii]

My question.

[@homerenomom9341]

This is so helpful and feels really doable. We have two leaky faucets that really need fixing. Are there different cartridges and how do I know which one to buy if so? Thanks so much!

[@lolli2943]

Take the cartridge to the store

[@jApe678]

Check the brand of your shower and take that to the store. With the brand you’re able to get the exact one

[@kevinnorton8967]

​@@lolli2943 the video says that the cartridge removal tool comes with the new cartridge so how can I remove it and take it to the store if I don't have the tool that comes with the new one?

[@hervedelnorte7928]

@@kevinnorton8967 I was having the same thought. Maybe some can be removed with standard tools of some sort.

[@crimsoncrisp8708]

At home depot most cartridges are free

[@karijudy2858]

Doing it to 2 faucets today!

[@wesd832]

Did it work?

[@timc1341]

Plumber here: All I can say is good luck finding a replacement cartridge! That is assuming you can get the original cartridge out in the first place, which is not always easy. Basically there are about 10 thousand different cartridges out there, and home depot carries maybe 10 of them....and many of the cartridges look extremely similar but have one TINY difference from yours and won't fit as a result. When a customer calls about a leaking tub spout, I tell them I'm almost certainly going to open up the wall and replace the entire shower valve because cartridge hunting is a wild goose chase and it will take less time for a shower valve replacement than a cartridge replacement. If the customer doesn't like that, I give them another option: Find me the exact replacement cartridge and I will replace it for the price of a service call.

[@Swi2thMummbles]

But why need to open the wall if MAYBE opening the face plate might be enough to work on it? Just a curious question from a regular person.

[@timc1341]

@@Swi2thMummbles Good question From my experience it's rare that opening the face plate will provide enough space to actually change the shower valve. Always of course remove the face plate first to see if it's possible, but it probably won't be.

[@lolli2943]

Stop bullshitting people

[@chrish2495]

So the vavle needs to be replaced entirely? A new handle and new cartridge of a different brand won't work with the old valve?

[@dmark2639]

​​@@chrish2495 Basically, it's easier and cheaper (because less labor) for a plumber to replace the whole matched assembly of mixing valves and cartidge than to spend time searching for the exact cartridge your particular setup needs. If you want to save money, you can spend your time finding an exact replacement cartridge (same brand, same part number) and either replace it yourself or let the plumber replace the cartridge with the one you sourced.

[@WiSeNhEiMeR-1369]

Thanks COOP ...

[@tristangarcia2437]

Great video. However, my cartridge required excessive pulling force to remove it. Still stuck and need better tools to grip it. Vise grip here we go!

[@donnavaresi4171]

Simplified. Good instruction..used to think leaky faucet was out of my thinking capabilities, just have to know how faucet works. Female fear!

[@elbmcook]

Be brave girl, you can do this!!!😊

[@EileenG-w2s]

I like the Robogrip instead of a visegrip, it comes with plastic tips to cover the jaws so they don't bruise or scratch. The 10" robogrip is the only one I use, the pair that comes with the 7" is made with a smaller grip that is not big enough for an adult hand.

[@JDO-bp3qu]

This internal valve is stuck. Won’t budge! Tried soaking it in WD-40. Still nothing. We have very corrosive water in our area. Already replaced it once about 6 years ago. Do I call plumber?

[@cluracan2670]

Are cartridges universal fit?

[@jApe678]

No, each brand has its own. Although there’s a universal one, it’s best advice to buy the one with your own shower brand

[@patbailey6797]

Never ever just that simple😂

[@JeronimoStilton14]

Is a two handle system a different process? Or is it just going to have two cartridges?

[@chaunceybillips2533]

What if it still leaks

[@KC-hd4lc]

If I'm replacing bathroom fixtures (spout, handle, shower head etc), will the leak be corrected or do I still need to replace the cartridge?

[@sonicatyt1082]

I turned on my faucet and just like a cartoon, it shot up in the air

[@ehmkebrandsurfboards]

Those things rarely come out that easy. Sometimes you need to buy the cartridge puller. Fairly expensive for a one time use. Make sure it works with the model you’re pulling.

[@aduanabaokubi7429]

Finding difficulty taking the faucet handle out with the Allen key. Any suggestions?

[@DingLu-fy2rr]

You need to have a whole set of Allen keys to try the right size for this.

[@luisgq69420]

What if we have two faucets?

[@A_LoadedPotato_]

My cartridge was old ('92) so I thought that was causing the leak. Instead, i found out that the screw that held the handle in place was too long. So when you fully screw it in, it pulls the handle out a little bit, causing a very small leak. Just wanted to share incase I could help someone. Hope ya'll fix your leaks 🤙🏻

[@kaijunior4339]

Thank you!!

[@LauncherSpiderMk7]

Plumbers really want like $400 dollars to do this. I'm gonna take my chances and give it a go.

[@1w598]

Sooo, why is the plumber saying he needs to cut a hole in my bedroom wall to do THIS??

[@johnerikangladalagunes1390]

He might want to replace the whole mixing valve, not just the cartridge.

[@yeaman6490]

My plumber wants 1500 for this. Im not an expert in this area but thats too much

[@RErnie-gv1hv]

@@yeaman6490 About 10 times too much. Get estimates, ask friends/relatives, check BBB, etc.

[@angelr.8504]

As a Plumber, I had a customer hire some guy from HD to replace the cartridge, when he couldnt remove the seat inside the mixin valve he Tried every tool in his bag and Damaged the valve itself. In those cases the whole thing needs to be replaced. And walls (preferably Drywall) need to be opened. This however is an extreme case. But ive seen It

[@sppss617]

@@yeaman6490 wow! Horrible. Sorry to hear this. It just continues to remind me how liars 🤥 many of them men are. Paying $1,500 should give you a new bath tub, shower 🚿 and labor included and a nice hot lunch too with extra money remaining. 🤷🏻‍♂️ 🤦🏻‍♂️ do your research my friend!

[@MsFred58]

Mine is not this type. Has 2 turn on handles.>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

[@willmallory9085]

If you have an electric hot water heater, the leaky faucet will spike the electric bill too.

[@shanew7361]

Electric is for fools.

[@RErnie-gv1hv]

It is not a hot water heater.

[@Daniel-rw2gy]

No because faucets turn from cold to hot so it’s not hot water

[@GladysGrace001]

Having the exact same issue and the water that’s steadily leaking it’s definitely hot. So I’m concern about it spiking the meter.

[@AngieSancheez]

So the water still drips after turning the main water line

[@DGM9600]

My faucet looks nothing like this

[@angelusmortis3256]

What do you do when you just bought the faucet from home depot installed it and it's leaking within the first 5 minutes of install?

[@angelusmortis3256]

And it's not the pipes my work is solid... you asshats sold me defective shit!

[@Chelsea123Chii]

Me clicking this video thinking this will be a piece of cake: ...Naw this is some witch-wizard algebraic sh**...

[@chrisftsd6378]

What if I’ve done this and it’s still leaking?

[@WestyC]

Probably call the plumber at that point

[@jeriurban6180]

Im doing this right now, but my gosh my metal barrel will not budge.

[@mercedesbardales2933]

I can't seem to remove the screw to remove the handle any suggestions?

[@maryb5553]

I'm having the same issue. Did you figure it out? I have many different sizes of Allen wrench parts but nothing seems to be working

[@mercedesbardales2933]

@maryb5553 nothing has worked and I even tried the wd40. Now my shower is also dripping and I can't get that one off either. It's frustrating.

[@Aldawg69]

I found the right size Allen wrench to loosen the screw in the center of the faucet handle but it doesn't budge, even when trying to turn the Allen wrench with pliers. Any suggestions?

[@Revzone1]

Me too come on people any suggestions?

[@maryb5553]

​@@Revzone1Me too.

[@maryb5553]

What size is it? I've tried several and it's getting frustrated

[@swargamprashanth4774]

What is the size of the wrench used in the video..?

[@maryb5553]

I'm having same issue. Did you ever figure out what size? Bive tried several different sizes

[@Herbsaiyan]

Okay, but why is the handle adapter stuck even after I removed the screw in the center 😭

[@ayosirsnow]

The adapter doesn't come off after I remove the screw! Anyone else have that issue?!

[@thcy-jy9jw]

What happens if the hot water won't come out and u turned all the valves open

[@rogerthevirgin7592]

So what if I live in a apartment and can’t turn off the water supply….

[@jasonbecker4997]

It’s the landlord’s problem then.

[@LauncherSpiderMk7]

If you're not paying a water bill, just report it to management and then forget about it lol

[@fredfrancisco6840]

I'm American & don't know how to do this but he can. U need to show a busted old rust faucet & struggle at it.

[@LoneJalapeno]

What if you don’t shut off the water?

[@Greg_Buckingham]

You’re gonna get wet 😫

[@kevinhenderson9788]

Do it and find out

[@Nomoneyforgolf]

Too bad not all faucets looks like this

[@chocolatehotsauce1]

But i dont have a screw on my knob😒

[@billpeirce7127]

What is warranty on them??? Bought one 2 months ago and now the new one is leaking.🤬🤬🤬 Was hoping it would last longer then a cpl months!!!👎👎👎

[@michaelanthony679]

So this wasn’t fixing the leaky faucet but putting on a new one, big difference

[@Peggy-gf8ip]

I have one faucet and two knobs the hot water knob on one side and the cold on the other side and it's my hot water that's leaking so how do you fix that sure doesn't show it in his video dammit

[@x4EVERxMINEx]

So my faucet has been leaking like more than that and now there's water leaking from somewhere onto my floor or under my floor boards and it's coming from the restroom.

[@MikeOShay]

lol my faucet doesn't have any of this shit

[@jackierostow9537]

I don't know what cartridge I need. It seems that you pulled out the old cartridge with a piece from the new cartridge (straight from its packaging). If you are not a plumber you will likely not know what the cartridge you need. You should mention that. Otherwise, this becomes a very confusing video. Maybe leave veideos to the pros who give some DIY tips along the way.

[@jenniferlopez7958]

You see I watched this but I still don’t want to do it 😅 but I will 😢

[@doublerr2096]

Plumer

[@alexavalos76]

How could I know what cartridge do i need??

[@nathanzink5283]

It’s easiest to bring the old one to the store with you to compare

[@alexavalos76]

@@nathanzink5283 I'll do that man .. thanks

[@RunawayOrange]

I don't think the site listed the right part to replace. instead it shows optional which, i think most household would have already like wrench teflon. otherwise its nice to see what is inside the after screwing the switch

[@jasonpark1556]

My bathroom faucet has three handles, I'm fucked beyond belief since they decided to do a certain faucet and call it a day

[@LauraGreerYbanez-r6y]

It would have been an awesome video but the words covered everything he was doing so I couldn't see what he was doing

[@Empower-Master]

Hooah

[@kwamezulushabazz]

That's a lot, LOL!

[@phatmanlovescake]

Why not Just turn the water valve off untill you need to shower again

[@EileenG-w2s]

tubs and showers have no shutoff valves, you need to shut off the main water valve into the house.

[@cmbooks2000]

This is not good instruction at all. How would someone know what new parts they might need? The actor just happened to have the defective part on hand

[@ghopperii]

This doesn't really help people who have a hot and cold handle.

[@manhands5255]

I was trying to find a video about how to change the valve but 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@nbaoldgirl]

I’m a single woman can I do this on my own or should I hire someone? I feel like with KZbin I can do it but I don’t wanna fuxx anything up 😂😂😂 my faucet is leaking! 🚨

[@WhoIsElKabong]

Watch the video and use your best judgment... Most people who can turn screws and follow a hand full of steps should be able to do this.

[@nbaoldgirl]

@@WhoIsElKabongWhatever. It’s fixed! Bye

[@KeekCat]

How come you guys don't sell soundproof windows

[@IsraelIsLikeWater]

The windows aren’t the only materials allowing sound to pass.

[@satishsinghkushwaha2809]

Fake

[@nitajoesplaytherapy4639]

Thank you !