Outdoor tap leaking Australian sized tap washer replacement

Stop this outdoor tap from leaking and wasting water, It's a job anyone can do - let me show you how.
I really don’t want to wrestle with it just trying to stop this outdoor tap from dripping, until now I’ve refrained from using this garden tap because it’s so hard to turn off tight enough to not leak.
But today we fix it, partly inspired by the fact that I’m installing a retractable hose reel next to it.
If you want to see how to Install a retractable hose reel on a brick wall click this link:
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If budget allows, replace the washer with a brass tap washer rather than a plastic one, they definitely last longer in my experience amzn.to/3y6GQwT
If your tap has been leaking from the around the tap handle or the 'spindle', this is an easy fix, I'll show you how to change the o’rings using a repair kit amzn.to/3k6vQtZ
Poly grips/channellock pliers; amzn.to/2VWoZeF
Adjustable wrench/spanner or Shifter amzn.to/3y0YVft
O'rings; amzn.to/3jwAmDo
Fibre washers; amzn.to/3dv06MB
Tap lubricant; amzn.to/3jsrf6J
is the spindle seized? Try soaking it in this permeated super penetrant, It’s what I use. amzn.to/3IdzaPb
...And that’s a job well done, this is definitely a job you can knock off the list, its cheap and easy, no more drips and that saves water.
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00:00 How to stop an outdoor tap from leaking
00:28 Turn off the water mains supply to a house
00:38 How to remove spindle from outdoor tap
01:07 How to stop a tap leaking from around the stem of the handle
01:19 how to remove replace o'rings on tap
01:42 use teflon thread seal tape instead of fibre washer
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[@simplyivona]

You are a lifesaver and an amazing teacher. Like others you saved me from getting someone out to fix it.

[@InspireDIY]

Oh what a lovely comment to make Ivona, thank you🙂 Kent

[@screwge84]

Thanks legend! Less than 5 bucks and 5 min doing this for the first time. Saved a plumber call out and learned a new skill 👍🏻

[@InspireDIY]

Hey Screwge84, I’m glad this helped out mate🤙 sorry for the late reply. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you and yours. 🙂Kent

[@stronzo5000]

Just watched your video and changed my tap washer. Took less than 20 seconds to from start to finish. For some reason, it's just something I'd never done before Thanks man

[@InspireDIY]

Good on you Stronzo. Doing the job is quicker than watching the video🤣 Cheers mate. Kent

[@noompsieOG]

I think this video is the best video on KZbin , straight to the point and no wiffle waffle with “oh you could do this but if you do this you can possibly do this but don’t do this” or having to pause and repeat the same section of the video to understand what’s going on. I watched this video once and was able to fix my tap, I’ve come back to subscribe and leave this comment. I’m about to watch how to install the retractable garden hose and I’m kinda wishing I watched it before doing it on my own lol

[@InspireDIY]

Love your comments mate👌 thank you. Kent

[@weejada389]

Brilliant.Clear,simple, precise instructions.Not the usual shite we get from people who love the sound of their own voice and spout a lot of irrelevant details before embarking on incomprehensible instructions about the job in hand. Thank you for this video. I followed what you said and the job was complete in about 10 mins.😎

[@InspireDIY]

Thanks Wee Jada that’s awesome.. we’ll done👌 Kent

[@shakia000]

Thank you so much. So easy to follow. My tap was leaking and I didn’t want to have to call a plumber for such a small job, plus I can’t really afford it right now. I watched your video, bought a new wrench and the Fix a Tap pack from Bunnings and my tap is now fixed and I’m feeling like I will actually be able to do more things around the house. I paid a small fortune to have a plumber install a new kitchen tap not that long ago but I watched your video on that too and I will be doing that myself next time. I really appreciate the straightforward videos that cover everything in such a short time 😊

[@InspireDIY]

Oh shucks, that’s really sweet Liz. Thank you for the lovely comment …and we’ll done to you! 👍Kent

[@robkeithmusic]

And to think I was just about to call out a plumber on Boxing Day. You saved me a fortune. Thanks. 🙏

[@InspireDIY]

Well, Merry Christmas from me Rob Keith Music. Well done mate, Kent

[@PhattNat]

Tomorrow is Xmas eve im literally in your position right now hahaha

[@angushughes9833]

Absolute legend, thank you so much for this. I had our tap fixed within an hour, including a quick nip down to Bunnings to get a new washer. Instructions were super clear. Saved us a mountain of hassle!

[@InspireDIY]

Thanks for the lovely comment Angus, I’m glad it helped out ..and we’ll done on the repair mate! 🤙Kent

[@TheEquineJournalist]

Clear instructions on the 'How to . . . ' Thanks, Kent 🤩😉

[@InspireDIY]

Hey Lyn, I'm glad it helped - cheers for letting me know. Best of luck with the leaky tap fix.. Kent

[@danielnaqvi6092]

Absolute legend. Thank you so much. $7 bucks and 5 minutes of work to fix the problem. It was great to pass this knowledge onto my daughter.

[@InspireDIY]

Cheers Daniel, I'm glad it helped out mate, speaking of Dad's passing knowledge on... I get my daughters to review every DIY video I make before uploading - I'm sure they are learning stuff that may help in the future.. well done mate, all the best. Kent

[@qualow888]

Thanks mate. Just fixed the outside tap which leaked out of the handle. Thanks again. Simple, clear instructions and no 2 minute BS introduction. Awesome!!!

[@InspireDIY]

Haha thanks so much Qualow. Appreciate it mate🤙 Kent

[@kathrynallen]

Thank you. Great step by step instructions. My dripping outdoor tap is now fixed!

[@InspireDIY]

Oh well done Kathryn, I’m glad it helped! There’s another skill under your belt now👌 Kent

[@annad6519]

Thank you! With your helpful advice, I was able to fix my old leaking tap and feel amazing!

[@InspireDIY]

Well done Anna👌 thanks for letting me know that it helped! Kent

[@aly4318]

Thanks mate, new skill learnt in under 3 minutes. Saved a call out fee, dealing with the landlord and waiting on hubby to finally fix our leaking tap. Got it done and changed for a few bucks and problems solved.

[@InspireDIY]

Way to go Aly 👌well done. Kent

[@4bidn1]

This is how you do a tutorial! Straight to the point, clear instructions including other possible issues one could run into, no BS. Good stuff mate 👍🏼

[@InspireDIY]

Oh thanks so much Gregory, that’s very kind, and thanks for letting me know 👍 Kent

[@LeeValentine001]

Legend! Literally put up a hose reel today, got annoyed at the leaky tap (only when running, but still...), found this video and 30 mins later it's all sorted. Cheers!

[@InspireDIY]

Hey that’s awesome Lee, we’ll done mate🤙 Kent

[@ihearticypoles]

Thank you! I fixed my leaky tap all on my own thanks to your easy to follow video!

[@InspireDIY]

That’s awesome mate, thanks for letting me know it was helpful 👍👍Kent

[@GeekTutorials1]

Thanks mate - from one Aussie to another. Clear and simple.

[@InspireDIY]

Good stuff Geek, I’m glad it helped 🤙 Kent

[@vfraider2997]

Thank you SO much for your video! Saved me a call out fee from the plumber and it was all done in 10 minutes. Great tutorial!

[@InspireDIY]

That’s awesome V Fraider, I’m glad it helped and saved you some $$. Well done 👍 Kent

[@TheCentreofKi]

Thanks for this video! Really helpful. I just fixed two outdoor taps after watching your instructions. Grateful :)

[@InspireDIY]

Oh well done, that’s awesome! Thanks for letting me know it helped you out👌Kent

[@iduncanw]

Perfect, thank you. Clear and concise. Liked the extra tip about using the plumbers tape, I’ve spent ages trying to find the right size fibre washer before.

[@InspireDIY]

Hey iDuncan, I'm glad it helped out mate, thanks so much for the lovely comment, Kent

[@jjg4494]

The fibre washers never fit my taps. They seem to be right in the middle of 2 sizes. PIA !

[@InspireDIY]

Haha.. I thought it was just me that happens to

[@graeme5364]

Thank you so much for this video, I changed my first outdoor tap washer by following each step. Much appreciated.

[@InspireDIY]

Glad it helped, good on you Graeme👌Kent

[@ajr1098]

Thank you. I'm going to service a few of my taps this weekend 👍

[@InspireDIY]

Good stuff ajr1098, let us know how you get on and any tips you come up with🤙Kent

[@R3dnut84]

so much easier than i thought it'd be. thanks for the super easy to follow video!

[@InspireDIY]

You're welcome mate 🤙 Kent

[@vaulttwoface3846]

Oh you absolute legend. Saved me buying a new tap. Cheers boss 💪🏻

[@InspireDIY]

Hey Vault, you’re welcome mate, I’m glad it saved you a few bucks🤙 Kent

[@vanessagomes9365]

Thank you very much. My handle was leaking and I thought I needed a new tap. Your video was perfect. Easy to follow and I learnt a lot. And saved me money 👍

[@InspireDIY]

Hey Vanessa, did you replace the tap ok? I’m keen to know how you got on🤙Kent

[@vanessagomes9365]

@@InspireDIY didn’t replace the tap. Replaced the washer following your vid. Thanks

[@ddsgardening7437]

Thank you my leaky tap was doing my head in ,changed washer ,still leaking, did not know about the o rings ,many thanks 👍 😀 👏🥳

[@InspireDIY]

Well done DDs, good stuff 👍Kent

[@nusratshaheen4913]

Thanks bro , was,nt sure of the direction to turn to open tap with spanner before I saw the video. Really helped.

[@InspireDIY]

Well done Nusrat 🤙 I’m glad it helped mate. Kent

[@michaelv7017]

Thanks mate - easy to follow, worked perfectly and I even managed to save a trip to Bunnings by scoring a washer from a neighbour.

[@InspireDIY]

Well done Michael, your neighbour sounds like a good bloke🤙

[@michaelv7017]

@@InspireDIY His garage is a cornucopia of tools and hardware. A good neighbour to have. And a good bloke to boot. Thanks again!

[@booralie]

I'll add my Thanks to the many! So simple but only after it's explained the first time.

[@jasonoffishall5687]

Cheers for this mate. Im not a very handy guy, so your video has helped me a lot. Cheers 🙏

[@InspireDIY]

Good on you Jason, once you’ve done one I reckon you’ll be confident to tackle the next trouble making tap 😉 all the best, Kent

[@epacrisimp]

thank you so much for a very easy fix to follow

[@InspireDIY]

Hey Epacris, you are very welcome 🙂Kent

[@carlreddevil7135]

Thanks so much, very clear and precise. Easy to understand.

[@InspireDIY]

Good on you Carl, thanks mate. Kent

[@DonFerdinands]

Thanks mate. Saved me a plumber callout. 👍🏻

[@InspireDIY]

That’s a win right there Don, we’ll done mate👌 Kent

[@Kathrynn131]

Thank you so much. I just fixed the leaking tap outside

[@InspireDIY]

Well done Kathrynn 👍 glad it helped mate. Kent

[@sttill81]

This is bloody awesome, thanks mate

[@InspireDIY]

you're welcome mate, Kent

[@rebeccagardner5544]

Great thanks, nicely explained and good clear videoing. Thank you.

[@InspireDIY]

Thanks Rebecca, you’re very kind👍 Kent

[@jleez3970]

Thank you so much for explaining that the way you did! Needed this video! Saved my bacon mate, cheers

[@InspireDIY]

Hey Jlee, I’m glad it helped. Thanks for letting me know👍Kent

[@icloud782]

Brilliantly done ✅ easy instructions thank you ❤

[@InspireDIY]

Thanks for the lovely comment Julia. Kent

[@lordvoldemort7717]

My tap is so bad it's actually running out bad. I'm going to try this tomorrow, thanks.

[@InspireDIY]

How did you get on with the tap repair mate? is it fixed or still dripping? Cheers, Kent

[@byoung775]

Thank you so much, I just got my fix a tap back

[@InspireDIY]

Strike that up to a win Bryan👌 Kent

[@Liz-tu8nf]

Thanks! Exactly the info I need.😊

[@InspireDIY]

Glad it was helpful Liz, thanks 👍Kent

[@rubenchauhan8434]

You are legend,thanks for making this video,you save my money 😊

[@InspireDIY]

Well done Ruben, that’s awesome, I’m glad it helped🤙 Kent

[@scotlandgee]

Nice video that clearly explains it!

[@InspireDIY]

Thanks Scott, hopefully it stops your leak, let me know how you get on. Kent

[@HabibRahman-kw5ld]

Watched your video and fixed it. Cheers mate

[@InspireDIY]

That’s awesome Habib, thank for letting me know it was helpful 👍 Kent

[@nodrama490]

Thanks mate , this helped me 👍

[@InspireDIY]

Well done mate. ps Re Lax = great name👌 cheers, Kent

[@jofoster2144]

Thanks saved me buying a new tap

[@InspireDIY]

Hey Joe, that's great, mission accomplished 😉 Kent

[@AeroNHydro]

Great video. Cheers mate 👍 👍

[@InspireDIY]

Hey Sean, you’re welcome mate & thanks for the nice comment🤙Kent

[@anujganesh4135]

Thanks mate! Appreciate it 😊

[@InspireDIY]

No problem 👍 Kent

[@sjdentim6351]

Really helpful. thanks folks

[@InspireDIY]

Hey Sjdent, I’m glad it helped, thanks mate 👍 Kent

[@piratejimmeh]

Shot man! Good tips!

[@InspireDIY]

Hey Pirate, Saying 'Shot' reminds me of growing up in NZ! where you commenting from? Kent

[@piratejimmeh]

@@InspireDIY haha I’m from NZ but live in Perth now man! Some sayings never die!

[@gam3ov3rz50]

Thanks my man.

[@InspireDIY]

You’re welcome mate🤙 Kent

[@belleray2]

good job. thanks.

[@InspireDIY]

You are welcome Ashley🤙 Kent

[@andrewriches2753]

Thanks mate

[@InspireDIY]

You’re welcome Andrew, was your fix a success?

[@derkvandertuin6058]

Thanks mate, great video, also saved me from buying a new tap

[@InspireDIY]

Hey Derk, that's awesome! I'm glad, and thanks for letting me know, well done👍 Kent

[@Meahslaysnotu]

Thanks

[@InspireDIY]

Hey Sam, you are welcome mate👌Kent

[@becp488]

Excellent video. Pity I cant get the spindle to budge at all 🤣

[@InspireDIY]

Hey Bec, do you need to borrow a bigger hammer 🤣 If a penetrating lubricant doesn’t work you may be up for a new tap. Best of luck, Kent

[@user-uz9oo8rc8f]

Awesome thanks

[@InspireDIY]

Welcome 😊 Kent

[@PhattNat]

Legend, cheers, can’t believe the cheapest call out fee is 150 , I’m off to Bunnings hahahaha wish me luck 🤣💃🎁merry Christmas 🥳

[@InspireDIY]

Hey Natalie, how did you get on? i'm curious if the tap is fixed or still leaking? Cheers Kent

[@cnd6328]

Cheers mate

[@InspireDIY]

You’re welcome CND 🤙Kent

[@assininecomment1630]

Fix-A-Tap is a good old-skool Strayan company. 🙂

[@olivechopper]

Love it …straya!

[@AnnOliver-ye5wn]

Thanks much appreciated...!!!

[@InspireDIY]

You're welcome! Ann🤙 Kent

[@oakdeneemporium6014]

Hi, I have a horse float that has rust. What do I need to do to repair it and repaint it?

[@voodooinblue3450]

Excellent tutorial. Thank you. You're a great loss to the world of teaching in schools.

[@InspireDIY]

Oh that’s very kind of you Voodoo🙂 thanks for the lovely comment, Kent

[@pnapatm5336]

Cheers mate, just saved me a plumber call out 👍

[@InspireDIY]

Hey pnapatm, that’s perfect 👌 we’ll done mate, Kent

[@naumanrahim]

Good video. My T handle is very hard to move. is it because of the O rings?

[@InspireDIY]

Hey Naumanrahim, yes it’s most likely the O’rings, it can also be a build up of hard deposits like calcium causing it to be stiff, pull it apart, clean & lubricate, replace o’rings and valve(tapwasher), and it should be good as new! Best of luck 👍Kent

[@mattjenkins765]

Recommendations if it’s just too tight and you cant unscrew it? Ive done one tap fine but snotger i have just wont hudge and all managed to do is ruin the spindle now that wrench wont grasp it properly. Wd40. Two wrenches and was trying to be careful. Thoughts? Very annoying to be turning your water off multiple times a day

[@InspireDIY]

Hey Matt, that sucks mate👎 Is replacing the tap an option rather than trying to get into the tap body/spindle? Best of luck, Kent

[@sirgalah561]

My tap is leaking from where the tap attaches to the pipe (the surface of the copper pipe is wet).. The tap was never secured to the wall. Will I need a plamber to rebraise it?

[@InspireDIY]

Sorry SirGalah - I never got notified of your Q! 🤷‍♂️ If it’s a compression or braised joint then yes, if it’s threaded then try your hand at replacing the plumbers tape🤙 all the best mate, Kent

[@naumanrahim]

Tried to undo the spindle in anti clockwise with a wrench but it so jam that threads are started to flatten. How do i open it?

[@InspireDIY]

Hey Naumanrahim, sorry for the late reply, did you solve the problem? you could always try soaking the ceased part in a Penetrant like Permatex - amzn.to/3EjZeG9 this is the one I use. Regards, Kent

[@matttcoburn]

👌

[@InspireDIY]

Cheers Mat🤙Kent

[@grm3334]

What if the spindle is jammed tight? I’m just wearing away the thread now :(

[@InspireDIY]

Oh dear.. 🤔time for a replacement tap. Let us know how you get on👍 Kent

[@minininer8976]

Now I’ve just gotta find where I left that tap repair kit … 🍻

[@InspireDIY]

Haha.. it sounds like your shed might be a shambles like mine😂 …now where did I put that? Good luck mate, Kent

[@ChardeHeremaia]

Do I detect a kiwi accent? 🇳🇿 Thanks for this mate!

[@InspireDIY]

Hey Chardé, yes you do mate😉 you are very sharp! Kent

[@davidm3344]

Clockwise to tighten? Isn't it the opposite in the Southern Hemisphere? 😉

[@InspireDIY]

Well sometimes it gets confusing David because we are all upside down here😉 Kent

[@davidm3344]

@@InspireDIY some of the best people I know are upside down

[@AmitVerma-xd7bd]

V well demonstrated and explained; annotation is useful too.

[@InspireDIY]

Thanks Amit, I appreciate the feedback, we’ll done! 👍Kent

[@willisthesnowman8931]

Is that you Mr K?

[@InspireDIY]

Yeah, it’s me! Is that you?

[@jamesLG1]

all work was carried out with Australian Standards Safety Thongs! haha

[@InspireDIY]

That’s right James, safety first …or second🤣 Kent

[@DrGerardoPoli]

Great thanks

[@InspireDIY]

Cheers Dr 🤙 Kent

[@Kenny-vm8lc]

NEVER use Teflon tape on a tap body especially over first couple of threads, as it tends to tear while screwing in and pieces commonly get caught under washer. There is a few other reasons but would recommend just get the new red body washer every service. Always give the seat a grind with a re seating tool, flush outside the brass shavings. Think I need to make a how to video there is a lot to watch out for when servicing taps. If done wrong it can cost thousands in water damage and water bills.

[@InspireDIY]

Great tips there Kenny, thanks a bunch! I’ll incorporate those in the next tap vid👌 cheers, Kent

[@mozartamadeus1580]

Women must love you 😂

[@InspireDIY]

Haha Mozart.. I try to convince my wife she does😉 Kent

[@samdewhurst-phillips]

This should be permanently fixed on KZbin as essential knowledge

[@InspireDIY]

cheers Sam, that's a lovely comment mate, Kent

[@samdewhurst-phillips]

No worries mate, it's true as 👍🏻

[@suemckendrick7904]

Where were you six months ago? Monkey wrenches don’t play fair with brass handles on outdoor taps 😐 Thanks! 🙈🤣

[@InspireDIY]

Damn those seized soft metal items😂, cheers Sue. Kent

[@sheereen1984]

why do people have outdoor taps to begin with?? Gardening? Landscaping? What a waste...to think that billions of people on this planet are given outdoor taps to play around with for their hobbies.

[@InspireDIY]

Hey Sheereen, that’s an interesting take on it 🤔 you may be right! I’ve never undertaken anything life changing with my outdoor taps, only watering new plants, topping up the pool, washing the cars and the boat, pressure cleaning, sandy dog rinsing, house window cleaning, washing paint brushes… and if you catch rainwater what a resourceful way to irrigate your property. Cheers for the comment 👍 Kent

[@andrewriches2753]

Thanks mate

[@InspireDIY]

No worries Andrew, cheers, Kent