How To Replace An Outside Tap (Quick & Easy DIY)

[@tomlipfriend17]

Absolutely brilliant, literally took 5 mins. The first time a DIY video is exactly as easy as it looks. Thanks for making this video!

[@FixitwithFowler]

I'm glad the video was helpful. Thanks for your comment 👍

[@stevegardner6792]

I was about to book a plumber to replace my outside tap. Having watched your excellent video, I am going to try to do it myself first! Thank you.

[@FixitwithFowler]

It's a really easy process. Definitely get some liquid ptfe as it makes the job so easy to line the tap up straight!

[@DebbieMason-Smith]

Your video has given me the confidence to give changing my leaky outside tap a try!

[@FixitwithFowler]

Hi, it's really straightforward. Just take your time, and if you have any questions, just send me a message!

[@cherillmoore7156]

Loved your clear precise instructions. I've now changed my tap. Thank you cherill

[@FixitwithFowler]

Hi Cherill, Thanks for your comment 👍. I'm glad the video has helped you with your tap. Don't forget to look at my other videos, and if you like what you see, please consider subscribing 😁

[@KevinEgan-r5d]

Many thanks for this simple, instructive, and very effective description!

[@FixitwithFowler]

Hi, thanks for your comment. I hope you managed to sort your outside tap!

[@Catty3-vb8rh]

Too easy mate thanks for that. Had a look at your ptfe video as well. Took me about 5 mins after watching both.

[@FixitwithFowler]

Im glad the video has helped you change your tap. Thanks for your comment!

[@user-fr1qe9zk6c]

Very useful I successfully changed the tap after watching this thank you

[@FixitwithFowler]

That's brilliant, im glad the video helped you out!

[@aks9815]

Thank you very much. This is precisely the video I was searching for. The instructions are exceptionally clear and have instilled in me the assurance to replace my garden tap, resulting in potential financial savings.

[@FixitwithFowler]

That's brilliant to hear, im glad the video has helped you change the tap yourself. Thanks for your comment and positive feedback 😀

[@suefowler8005]

Good advice for anyone who doesn't know Steve xx

[@FixitwithFowler]

Thanks 😊

[@stoperation]

Worked a treat in a really annoying tap that had been dripping for years! Took 10 minutes!!

[@FixitwithFowler]

That's really good to hear, im glad you managed to replace your tap!

[@williamcollett4726]

Very informative Steve, keep up the good work 👏

[@FixitwithFowler]

Hi William, Thanks for your comment!

[@kirstie467]

Need to fix old Mum’s outdoor tap, probably worth replacing the whole tap rather than fiddling with the internal [?] washer. After watching this video, I [a non-DIYer] feel confident that I can do the change for her … watch this space 😊

[@FixitwithFowler]

It is so easy, i highly recommend getting some liquid ptfe instead of ptfe tape! You can get it from screwfix! Let me know how you get on!

[@Gillby47]

Very clear instructions thank you.

[@FixitwithFowler]

I'm glad it was helpful! Thanks for your comment 👍

[@ElizabethClarke-nx1lw]

Looks easy I will give it a go.

[@FixitwithFowler]

Hi, it's really easy to do. Just take your time and ensure the water is off before you remove the tap. Let me know how you get on!

[@darrenmcfadden1426]

Top lad Steve 👍

[@FixitwithFowler]

Thanks, i hoped the video helped!

[@sumisumi-by8xv]

If i turn off that tap for the water coming into the property, will that drain the whole system including boiler radiators? Sorry if it's a silly question but I'm definitely not a handyman

[@FixitwithFowler]

It won't drain the system, but it will stop anty mote water coming into the property.

[@DAVIDJCARON]

Hi, I fiited a new brass tap outdoors. But when screwed tightly in place it is pointing to 3 o'clock position, not downwards. I was told to buy PTFE tape, which I added, but tap is still at 3 o'clock position when tight, so I have to leave it looser to get it at 6 o'clock position.. Now water leaking so far, but not ideal. Any advice? If I use liquid PTFE, will it still not be the same??

[@FixitwithFowler]

Hi, that is a common problem with ptfe tape, that's why in the video I use liquid ptfe. You can tighten it virtually all the way up and then leave it in the correct position. Once it cures, the tap will be set in place!

[@DAVIDJCARON]

@@FixitwithFowler Thanks.. It's amazing that the tap is not threaded in such a way so as to point downwards when tight! Who would want a tap pointing any other way??!! :)

[@FixitwithFowler]

@DAVIDJCARON I know exactly what you mean. That would make sense, and then the garden tap would sit correctly!

[@johnadey7331]

I think i would have held the fitting with a pair of grips in case it tried to turn the pipe even when solder joint you can break it. would have cut the pipe out and fitted a Hose union 360mm back plate to secure the tap.

[@FixitwithFowler]

You can't get grips on the pipe it was too close to the wall and as i used liquid ptfe there was very little pressure on the pipe. Thanks for your comment!

[@johnadey7331]

@FixitwithFowler it was its removal especially if boss white and hemp used 20 years ago not all taps fitted with PTFE

[@FixitwithFowler]

This one was!

[@mehmetkilinc3938]

Thanks many

[@FixitwithFowler]

No problem, I hope you managed to change your outside tap!

[@mumreloaded]

If no water coming out at all when tap is turned on, is it likely just tap needing to be replaced? The builders used one of those self tapping kits when they put it in so if I have to change the whole thing, I’d have to change the pipe they tapped into right? And guessing that’s not a DIY job

[@FixitwithFowler]

Hi, there could be a few issues. Does the outside tap have an isolator valve inside a cupboard or something? There could be a problem with the actual tap itself, in which case you could just replace the tap.

[@simonm9503]

Anyone have the issue where the tap won’t tighten nicely to an upright position? Mine wants to sit at 45deg

[@FixitwithFowler]

That's why I use liquid ptfe. You can just tighten it up until it's a 90° then leave it to set. If you use ptfe tape then that is the problem you have described!

[@DrDubliny]

My new tap keeps tightening upside down, what’s the solution?

[@FixitwithFowler]

Do you mean once you've fully tightened up the tap into the thread? If so, i suggest you use liquid ptfe. You can then tighten the tap nearly all the way until the tap is in the upright position. Leave for 24 hours, and it will set with the tap in the correct position.

[@DrDubliny]

@@FixitwithFowler I mean when I fully thread it it always points upwards rather than correctly downwards, no matter how I try (with or without the liquid PTFE)

[@FixitwithFowler]

@DrDubliny if your using liquid ptfe and not ptfe tape you don't need to fully tighten the tap

[@DrDubliny]

@@FixitwithFowler thanks mate. Great help!

[@sheilaholt-j4e]

Doe's anyone know why the pressure on my outside tap has suddenly dropped.Only been in 18mths?

[@FixitwithFowler]

Have you protected it over winter? I would say the tap body inside the tap has failed. Easy to replace the tap but make sure the tap has a non return valve

[@sheilaholt-j4e]

@FixitwithFowler thank you will try it but it did have a cover on all winter also turned the water off as it's got it's own isolator

[@FixitwithFowler]

You can get the tap from Amazon or screwfix for about £10 amzn.to/4ap2akC

[@farukatasever2933]

👍👏🎖

[@FixitwithFowler]

Thanks for your comment!