Most Common Source Of Outdoor Faucet Water Leaks | 5 Minute Fix

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Most of us have an outdoor faucet that leaks when we run the water but this is an easy fix and at most will cost you a couple dollars and a few minutes of your time. I will walk you through the 2 most common sources of leaks and how to fix them in this video.
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[@ruthiscurly]

I was about to call a plumber and was gritting my teeth for the expense. Tightened the packing nut, no more leak!! Thanks so much. 65 years old and happily handy here.

[@Impatient_Ape]

When using a wrench to tighten the hose connection, don't squeeze the clamps more than you need to just hold the connector and make it turn. If you squeeze too hard, you can bend the connector "out-of-round", which increases the probability of leaks.

[@rsdrum9208]

I thought I was facing a major plumbing project to replace both my outdoor hose spigots that were leaking. After watching this, it was about a 30 second fix to just tighten the packing nut. No more leaks. Thanks Scott! Really appreciate your videos.

[@rogerk1710]

2 different issues here. Washer at the hose connection is always missing or rotten washer. Easy. Water spraying from the stem is almost always loose packing nut that a half to full turn of the wrench fixes. Worst case is new packing or replacement of the hose bib. My experience with apartment maintenance. And contracting. Im a licensed California contractor. Good video and thank you

[@jrperes2021]

I love how thorough you are and how clear your videos are ... thank you

[@mp6814]

Thumbs up for your work & thanks. Tightening fixes it for me, essentially always. I think I replaced the packing material 13 years ago when we bought the house. We also use a quarter-turn valve for everyday use, so that the main valve is opened and closed once or twice a year.

[@hassanbazzi3545]

I had this problem before and it was a packing nut and what a relief that was. I periodically change the the rubber washers on the hose. Great video. Thank you for sharing

[@jeffc412]

As always, Scott offered the clearest and most concise fixes to everyday home maintenance topics. Mine started to leak and it took me but 10 sec to slightly tight the nut holding the bib together as Scott suggested, try this easy way first before you run to the store for parts... i almost did !!

[@bill5096]

Tightening the nut did the trick. Super easy and quick resolution. Thought I was going to have to turn the water off and disassemble the faucet. Took me longer to grab a wrench then it did to actually fix it. Packing nut tightened and no more leak. Thank you!

[@JTstuff1]

dude, I bought a house 2 months ago and I've been watching a ton of your videos thanks bro

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Awesome, congrats on the house and best of luck on all the projects 🙌

[@alanwilliams1663]

I thought I was going to have to replace the whole thing. Thanks for saving my Saturday!!

[@markamarkam]

Two of our outdoor faucets were leaking at the handles - I was ready for a hassle DIY repair for each. But this 20 second repair for each fixed it. Thanks!!

[@Naturallystated]

Hooray!! No more handle leak! I had been thinking I was going to have to sweat off the soldered faucet and replace it. It is a non-standard size too. Much thanks! 👍👍👍👍

[@JettaTDI2005]

Hey Scott, I normally go out every year around March to change the washer inside the stem and also replace the washer that belongs to the hose and to the vacuum break connection. Doing that each year to make sure that we have no issues or no leaks.

[@user-en4fs1ft4d]

Yea!!! Fixed both my worrying dripping faucets by your advice. Just tightening that nut! Good, clear instructions!! Thanks!

[@toadranger50]

I was just going to buy a rebuild kit today and tightening it stopped the leak just fine for now. Thank you.

[@cyndycampbell732]

Thank you for your video. Tightening the packing nut fixed our leak. We truly appreciate your expertise.

[@ShawnC22002]

I had one just a couple weeks ago that - after using it for the first time in months, when I turned it off it was leaking bad/practically squirting from around the stem/packing nut. I went ahead and tried my hand at desoldering and soldering a new one in its place. A tip that I learned the hard way was that using MAP gas instead of regular propane made all the difference!

[@budgetaudiophilelife-long5461]

THANKS SCOTT…🤗 SHARING PRACTICAL ADVICE…OVER THE YEARS I HAVE FOUND THAT BOTH WORKED,👍💚💚💚

[@berryconway4296]

A 1/4 turn did the trick on the packing nut. Many thanks for all the clean water your saving.

[@andrewolson6440]

OMG, I can't believe it. It was just as simple as tightening the rings from where you turn the spicket on and off. I'd replaced the downstream parts a couple of years ago and that fixed that leak. Thanks for suggesting tightening, I was thinking it was the washer. This took me less than a minute verses shutting off the water and disengaging the valve. Appreciate the simple fix!!!

[@wilsonpatx]

Tightening the packing nut worked for me. Thanks!

[@edwardholwerda5091]

Thank you it's been doing that for 5 years and it's really bothered me. People like you making these videos make the world better.

[@kriskafowlski4463]

Thanks Scott. Another great, very well explained video.

[@DIY_Howie]

This solution worked GREAT!!! Thanks for the Video

[@mrgopalrao]

Your suggestion helped in stopping dripping, thank you

[@shadgallaway7082]

The packing nut did it for me! Thanks for posting this! I’ll definitely be checking out your other videos.

[@davidcooper8808]

Packing nut was loose like you said. Keep the stuff coming. Thanks

[@daveorourke8447]

Don't have an issue currently but alway enjoy the awesome information so I am better prepared when the situation arises. Great job keep these videos coming. I appreciate all that you do. You have helped me a ton on many videos. My next project is the paver stones after watching your videos. Thanks. Dave

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Thanks Dave, I appreciate all the support 👊

[@caseyrussell1976]

I was expecting a major project. This video saved my weekend. Just tightening the packing nut did it! Thank you!

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Always nice when projects are easier than expect. Just wish that happened more often 😅

[@taxi317]

I always tighten the packing nut just enough to stop the leak and then cycle the valve shut and then back open. Over tightening the packing nut can lead to so much friction that the stem will actually shear off.

[@frankgonzalez2726]

Thanks for your video I had that problem on water leaking when I turn on the water valve for years I was about to replace the valve , by watching this video all I had to do was tighten the valve problem solved saved me money and time appreciate! your help...

[@KayKoz223]

Thank you for the quick fix. I tightened the Packing Nut and it stopped dripping. It is harder to turn it on and off. But it stopped dripping. Wow.

[@MarkGonzales-cz4xv]

Excellent! Thanks for getting to the point quickly.

[@BobPond-fm6xt]

Yes sir u fixed it. The packing nut needed to be tightened. No more dripping. Thanks so much. You saved me from calling a plumber. Appreciate it!

[@beckymoore5938]

As a single mom hours away from family, this was so helpful! Thank you! All I had to do was tighten the nut, although I’m pretty sure I need a washer for the extra adapter. Thank you for explaining what the adapter is, because I had no clue.

[@gessen1958]

Thanks for the tip! Can't believe I thought I had to replace the faucet! I just tightened up the outer nut and leak it gone!

[@drew2000four]

I had both of those issues and they are now both fixed. Thanks!

[@georgeriverasr.6298]

Great job, just enjoy your videos. They are very informative. 😊😊

[@Love-me-tender]

Many thanks. Fixed two leaking faucets in < 10 minutes. 👍

[@sammicerise8553]

Fabulous! I will try tightening the nut. I hope that is it!! Wonderful

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

🤞

[@andreyeampierre2377]

Thanks for the assist. I just tightened the packing nut and fixed the issue

[@johnyealland8218]

I really like the silicone hose washers sold by Lee Valley. They compress easily and get a good seal. I've been using them for a couple years and they seem to last and stay flexible. Great videos by the way, thanks.

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Hey John, thanks for the feedback 👍

[@bonnpoland]

Man... you just saved me a lot of time and money! Thanks!!! Liked and Subscribed!

[@1Darkvictory]

I have tightened the seat before and this does work, you have to be careful not to over tighten it as it may damage the threads/shaft. I like the anti syphon attachment, I am going to have to look into that. Be Well

[@debrac2023]

Yay!! I just fixed my years-long leak by tightening the packing nut! I couldn't really afford to have someone come fix it. And I was afraid to deal with it. I could envision breaking off the pipe in the wall and creating a real huge mess for myself. Thanks!

[@mjj1434]

That’s what I worry about as well.

[@user-jt1on2ei7r]

Worked great! Thanks!

[@blakefontana23]

Thanks for the video! Tightening behind the knob solved my leak & saved me $

[@chris_manyjacks]

Thank you for your his video! I have guests coming to stay in the RV and I didn’t notice I had a leak. Just a little tightening and fixed!!

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Got to love the easy fixes 🙌 enjoy the holidays.

[@louisrubin5581]

Thanks for that tip about the 4th minute. That fixed my leak.

[@Joevillan2]

Tightening the packing nut did the job. Thank you for creating your videos!

[@HRHTheDukeOfWindsor]

Wow! Just tightening the packing nut fixed it! Thanks for starting with the basics. Now I am going to have to go back to Home Depot and return all these brass fittings. LOL

[@seanpurvis5052]

Excellent video. Thanks

[@ericgill3312]

Wow i fixed mine. It just needed tighten. Thanks for the video 😊

[@makingdowithwhatyouget.9188]

bless you, for making this video, saving me the headache and ruining my foundation, each time I turn my water hose on water is licking and even dripping to the basement. My Son had to search on youtube on how to fix and found you. you saved us money, time my poor foundation of my home wow. thank you so much!!!

[@landofevolution9757]

I was keeping a bucket under hose to catch water for years 😂

[@donnabaker6215]

Just tightening the packing nut fixed mine. Thank you!!

[@davidraichel7554]

My leak is at the faucet handle. Possibly packing but. I will tighten and let you know. Thanks for the tips. 🙏

[@glenq6233]

Exactly what I needed to know, you made me look like a genius to my wife, thanks!!

[@johndavis6596]

Thanks for the video! Just needed to tighten the nut here to fix my leak.

[@maryhoffman2547]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us. Just tightening the nut was it! Looks like many others as well. Thank you!!!

[@stevenfaulkenberry5156]

Just tightening the packing nut behind my handle solved my problem. Thanks 1 million.

[@chrisgaucher9056]

Thanks! Just tightened the packing nut and all is good.

[@Ashley172]

Omg thank you so much!! I am trying to set up a water timer so I can go on vacation and the water spigot kept leaking!! You’re the hero!!

[@brian1204]

I actually replaced some 1960s era faucets with some new ones a couple of years ago. I had issues where hand tightening wasn’t enough but using the leverage of a wrench stopped the leak.

[@rachelkoehler1473]

Tightening the packing nut worked for me!

[@skateboardkid420]

Thanks! you just saved me so much time and money

[@photographybya7602]

I wasn’t sure what type of washer to buy so I appreciate the link.

[@zekenzy6486]

Great Video. Thank you for sharing

[@gabrconc]

Incredible…. I fixed mine just as you said, tighten it! Thanks a lot. I was about to replace it unnecessarily.

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Always nice to find a fix that is easier than expected 👍

[@kb3hha]

My faucet looked like a small fountain whenever it was turned on. I was expecting a fix to require replacing the entire faucet. Searched online for a guide to repairing or replacing the faucet and found your video. Tightened the packing nut and no more fountain from the faucet. It's also good to know you have a video on how to rebuild the faucet when it reaches the point where tightening the packing nut no longer works. This was a simple fix, but it always feels so satisfying when I fix a nagging issue like this.

[@BE2001]

It was the packing nut for me. Thanks!

[@KISSUSMC1986]

Yes Sir! I just had to tighten the packing nut and we're good to go. Thank you for the video.

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Nice! Always good to get an easy one every now and then.

[@ericschwartz9982]

On my leaking spigot I just tightened the bonnet and the leak stopped. I'm sure someday I'll replace the bonnet packing and/or the washer at the base of the stem. Great video and thank you!

[@amalhasan6180]

Thank you so much stay blessed

[@dianebarnes755]

Just tightened the packing nut and i fixed the leak, thanks so much

[@PonyTamer]

WOW THAT WAS MAGIC! Saved me lots of time and $$$ thank you. Grateful!!

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Happy to help!

[@hpeteacher9445]

Thank you for your video! I power washed my townhouse and my frost proof spigot started to leak. It is similar to your’s. I had to take the handle off to tighten the packing nut. It was plastic so ai used a socket and was careful not to over tighten it. I didn’t have to call the plumber and pay him to fix it.

[@ascienceguy-5109]

Just as you said, for me replacing hose washers and tightening the packing nut usually solves the leak problem, but I always keep in my kit packing material, and valve seat washers, just in case.

[@EclecticEstke]

Thank you! Fixed my facet

[@redeaglewhoflieshigh8825]

It was the nut! Needed very little tightening. Thanks

[@crystalBall9287]

Perfect timing LoL I have a leaky stem and almost bought a new outdoor spigot. I'll give this a shot and see if it works.

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

For sure, not sure I ever found a leak you cant's fix with a rebuild kit or a simple flat washer. Best of luck on your project!

[@jegrand]

Tightening the packing nut did the trick, thanks!

[@stuartsw]

Packing nut worked a treat. Saved me a trip to Home Depot.

[@tenzinlama7310]

Thank you. I try mine one

[@christiancharkowski7987]

Easy, fix. All it took was to tighten that bad boy up. I wish I would have done that a couple months ago. Thanks for the quick and easy tutorial.

[@joet8488]

Thank you. I am able to stop the water leak that has bothered me for a while.

[@thecatholicunschooler6507]

You are very direct thank you so much

[@shuitaoyang]

Man, you saved me! Did the exact same thing and it is working great

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Awesome, helping homeowners save time and money is our laser focus 💯

[@meadrockbreaker796]

Gotta love that packing nut! thank you for the vid

[@user-pq9sc8xt6e]

I had 3 hose faucets leaking. Tightening the connection worked 100% on two of them. Significantly reduced the leak on another. Seems like the nut part is a bit stripped on the one that did not stop 100% so it limited my ability to tighten. May need to replace just that part I am thinking. Thanks for keeping me from going to much more expense and time and shutting off the water to the house etc.!

[@alexandrepoirier1500]

...well it was simple as that...1/8 of a turn and problem solved.... Thanks !

[@jaguaresed]

Nice man thank you

[@ncooty]

Suggestion: When tightening a fitting, use another tool to counter the rotation rather than stressing the pipe or mounting hardware.

[@victorzak505]

Just tighten the spicket part worked like a charm

[@Onionpatchkid]

Good grief. I've had buckets under 2 hose bibs collecting the dripping water for 3 years. I saw this video, grabbed a crescent wrench and fixed them both in 2 minutes. Thank you! Gotta love KZbin videos. A plumber would have charged me $300.

[@zofo264]

I just tightened the nut under the turn valve and problem solved!

[@andyparker6883]

Just needed tightened. Thanks

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Always like the easy fixes 🙌

[@liviubeleuta4227]

That’s all it was for me, just tightening the nut. Thanks for the informative video.

[@shaun9156]

thanks, helped me fix it.

[@writer95]

Worked. Thanks.

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Great!

[@rzh3443]

Every spring, I have to fuss with the packing nut on my Prier frost free faucet. I used a Sharkbite FF faucet on my other outlet and no issues . I always replace rubber washers with new every spring.