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

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  • @billshowto
    @billshowto  ปีที่แล้ว +89

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

    • @edithflood631
      @edithflood631 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      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
      @billshowto  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      ⁠you’re very welcome 👍

    • @aravinamehau3699
      @aravinamehau3699 ปีที่แล้ว

      A great suggestion.

    • @gav6808
      @gav6808 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      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
      @cheezypotatobakez1728 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      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
    @Bugsquash 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +24

    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.

    • @8swerve
      @8swerve 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

      That aint right. Gotta let Dad be a Dad. SpecificLLy your Dad who wants to teach his son. Great Comment hey. Im a sook

  • @joartym6649
    @joartym6649 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    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 🤞

    • @laviniaxxo7899
      @laviniaxxo7899 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Go girl power !! I've seen my dad replace washers many times, and fix cars. I've replaced washers myself, but never done a reseat. This video was awesome. Extra knowledge.

  • @amandab3946
    @amandab3946 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    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

  • @eunicehehir6374
    @eunicehehir6374 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    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 😊❤😊

  • @stephenleonard6214
    @stephenleonard6214 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    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
      @billshowto  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      You’re welcome 👍

  • @marklawrance6590
    @marklawrance6590 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +34

    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.

    • @laviniaxxo7899
      @laviniaxxo7899 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks for the tip ❤

    • @seriejohnson698
      @seriejohnson698 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Oh no, way to much…what’s the plumber’s number 😅

  • @yandipurnawan
    @yandipurnawan ปีที่แล้ว +10

    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
      @billshowto  ปีที่แล้ว

      You’re welcome, glad I can help👍

  • @deanragg
    @deanragg 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +15

    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
      @billshowto  8 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      You’re welcome 👍

    • @geoff1520
      @geoff1520 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

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

  • @PaulMakarus
    @PaulMakarus หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    I got quoted over $3000 plus GST to change my bathroom taps in Sydney..........I'm handy enough to do it myself! Loved this video.

  • @johntojnar7070
    @johntojnar7070 ปีที่แล้ว +6

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

  • @mupdog9697
    @mupdog9697 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    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.

  • @lonemonaro1455
    @lonemonaro1455 6 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Thank you for the video, as I now have the confidence and knowledge to correctly replace damaged tap seat. 👍👍👍

  • @johnsean3948
    @johnsean3948 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    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
      @billshowto  ปีที่แล้ว +5

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

    • @star_fossil
      @star_fossil ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yes please

  • @chrismulhearn7903
    @chrismulhearn7903 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thanks for sharing brother. As a tiler and carpenter, I've always shared knowledge when and where ever possible. Plumbers rarely ever share knowledge, and I never knew that third way to resolve a broken seat. Brilliant

  • @tatski2274
    @tatski2274 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

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

  • @csjames69
    @csjames69 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Glad you pinned the need to turn the mains off first! Hopefully no one tried changing their washers without turning the mains off.

  • @DannyDangerOz
    @DannyDangerOz 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Another winner Bill! I'd managed the first bit myself in the past, but have never had to reseat or reseal. Great knowledge to have, thank you!

    • @billshowto
      @billshowto  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You’re welcome 👍👍👍

  • @petergergos3813
    @petergergos3813 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    The best video I ever seen in my life as second generation migrant .clearly&simply spoken bravo Vasili

    • @billshowto
      @billshowto  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      👍👍👍

  • @marylindataskas8592
    @marylindataskas8592 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you for making every tutorial easy to follow. I now no longer have leaky taps, also I now have also installed a new shower head!!

  • @aimaction7393
    @aimaction7393 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    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
      @billshowto  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You’re welcome 👍

  • @catsurreal1655
    @catsurreal1655 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    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.

  • @moejoe7782
    @moejoe7782 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

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

    • @billshowto
      @billshowto  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You’re welcome 👍

  • @spangas5799
    @spangas5799 ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

  • @robotsnthat
    @robotsnthat ปีที่แล้ว +3

    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 😂

  • @cailltelorgaireuaighean7399
    @cailltelorgaireuaighean7399 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    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.

  • @matter_of_fact_
    @matter_of_fact_ 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Your videos are aways so helpful, straight to the point, and show me exactly what I was looking for. thank you!

  • @mugez92
    @mugez92 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    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
      @billshowto  ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @jeffbradley8783
    @jeffbradley8783 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great building advice for the many Bill, always awesome.

  • @joekool5005
    @joekool5005 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    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
      @billshowto  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      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👍

  • @jackdawg4579
    @jackdawg4579 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    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!

  • @rjclarkeePincadeRebel
    @rjclarkeePincadeRebel ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

  • @Anarchsis
    @Anarchsis 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    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!

  • @richyearle007
    @richyearle007 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @sandman6588
    @sandman6588 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

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

  • @scudest438
    @scudest438 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    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!!

  • @zacj63
    @zacj63 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks Bill for this excellent plumbing lesson👍👍

  • @adoreslaurel
    @adoreslaurel 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Two things I changed on my shower tap set up, I chipped the edges of the tile at the bottom and "Injected" some silicon all the way through to the base of the body so that when the tap was removed, the water would run forward and out over the tile outer surface instead of soaking into the plaster board, I have fitted those stainless seats on all my taps and use the washers that soft self seal by using the pressure of the water to effect the stop of flow. This demonstration used the best type of seat resurfacer, I don't have that type and had to be careful not to leave radial chatter marks on the seat.

  • @patpat4627
    @patpat4627 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You are fantastic, Bill. Thanks for sharing all these useful videos.

  • @chlobeth
    @chlobeth ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @carlosmu9552
    @carlosmu9552 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

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

  • @movingloz
    @movingloz 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Wow. Awesome video. I didn’t realise about being able to redo the seats. Great info. Thanks. 🙏.

  • @hannahbinion5854
    @hannahbinion5854 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    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.

  • @worstbadguy
    @worstbadguy ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You’re life saver ! Love your channel

  • @yarpos
    @yarpos ปีที่แล้ว +2

    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

  • @rodbritton360
    @rodbritton360 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @geoffgorlick790
    @geoffgorlick790 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Awesome stuff! Thank you so much for sharing this knowledge. Saved me some money and headaches 🤙

    • @billshowto
      @billshowto  10 วันที่ผ่านมา

      You’re welcome 👍

  • @antoinetooma2471
    @antoinetooma2471 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    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.

  • @johngoard8272
    @johngoard8272 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Yes mate have done all this and it must be said that one has to be very careful when reseating a tap seat as there are many cheap reseating tools are really great at wrecking the seat or taking too much of same goes for renewing the seat just be careful to get quality fitments and tools.

  • @The_Handyman_Can
    @The_Handyman_Can ปีที่แล้ว +1

    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
      @Gordon_L ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Loctite 567 .

  • @DAZZA1933
    @DAZZA1933 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @richierich1283
    @richierich1283 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

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

    • @billshowto
      @billshowto  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I have made a video on that exact problem 👍

  • @mrgmrg9375
    @mrgmrg9375 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @OilBaron100
    @OilBaron100 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video Bill. I never knew about those re-seating kits. 🙂

  • @jonathanmagic5633
    @jonathanmagic5633 ปีที่แล้ว

    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.

  • @murphyrp01
    @murphyrp01 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Quality content and video Bill.

  • @kdockrill4592
    @kdockrill4592 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Can you do a waltec 12 version please cause I am having a problem getting to my seats I have removed the cartridge and everything else but still can access the seat

  • @SebastianButtigieg
    @SebastianButtigieg 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @susanvella7871
    @susanvella7871 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Thanks mate. Your advice has been really helpful. Off to Bunnings

    • @billshowto
      @billshowto  4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      No problem 👍

  • @bevisringrow5991
    @bevisringrow5991 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you Brother so much, for your very valuable demonstration and explanation.

  • @ajaykarratha
    @ajaykarratha ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video Bill. Very helpful

  • @kymbo72
    @kymbo72 หลายเดือนก่อน

    if i wanted to take the taps off like you showed, and then NOT use the taps or spout anymore (ie. leave them removed from the wall), can i just take the spindles out and screw some sort of end cap in place of the spindles? will that work, or is it more complicated than that to disable a tap and spout?

  • @MrTerryflanagan
    @MrTerryflanagan หลายเดือนก่อน

    Good info
    Does anybody know what the best washer on the market are and

  • @privateryan3593
    @privateryan3593 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @starklingspars8956
    @starklingspars8956 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great video. I almost bought one of these kits yesterday but decided to try reseating again first. How do you know if the tap seat gas already got a replacement seat in there and does that matter?

  • @lifeby2044
    @lifeby2044 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have a question can I use the tap from a shower to taps for a washing machine ?

  • @mets23q
    @mets23q ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @lazkajer8918
    @lazkajer8918 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    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???

  • @allpointstoone4346
    @allpointstoone4346 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Very helpful information 👍

    • @billshowto
      @billshowto  4 วันที่ผ่านมา

      You’re welcome 👍

  • @janehanlon2802
    @janehanlon2802 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Should always go back and forwards when tapping any material even a little lubricant helps the thread cutter

  • @derekjscott1
    @derekjscott1 20 วันที่ผ่านมา

    a thousand blessings on your household

  • @RuthKnill-mg9mq
    @RuthKnill-mg9mq 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You could shine a light unto the seat at the beginning and different stages to really make it easy to see into it

  • @TheKrispyfort
    @TheKrispyfort 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Bill, you fkn Legend, mate!
    Wish the landlord would let me do it myself

  • @Rysdad1
    @Rysdad1 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Are all shower valves the same size/thread or do you have to know what size your old ones are?

  • @mattypurcell
    @mattypurcell ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

  • @Steve211Ucdhihifvshi
    @Steve211Ucdhihifvshi 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    How would you fix low pressure in the house, I check the mains tap, cant see a pressure reducing valve but it coudl be underground. Have you heard anything about low pressure after home handymen remove rainwater tanks as it looks liek this bodge job owner has pulled out his tank and the pressure is shit thanks to that bodge job from my guess.

  • @Lachy1100
    @Lachy1100 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fantastic vid Bill 👏 thanks heaps for sharing

  • @fahmi8999
    @fahmi8999 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    How big the spanar?

  • @sunnyheart4749
    @sunnyheart4749 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    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😅

  • @andrewgooch5587
    @andrewgooch5587 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @cccollected1
    @cccollected1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome presentation!!

  • @5AnthonyEdwards
    @5AnthonyEdwards 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I started using the seat replacement kit recently and sometimes I don’t align the tool properly and it starts chewing away at the seat instead of biting to create that thread, any tips?

  • @MyEmilie12345
    @MyEmilie12345 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Did you take off the old tap seat before u put the new?

  • @jimclark847
    @jimclark847 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What if you have a recessed washer?

  • @Jont4mysay
    @Jont4mysay 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @bradolufson
    @bradolufson 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @iranjanijayawardhena9384
    @iranjanijayawardhena9384 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    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

  • @tassie7325
    @tassie7325 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Cheers Bill. You are a life saver 👍

  • @sapphodesigns2377
    @sapphodesigns2377 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video Bill❤

  • @paulmatthews8708
    @paulmatthews8708 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi, great video. What would you suggest would be the problem if you had a ceramic tap which was leaking? Same procedure?

  • @chriscflint
    @chriscflint 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    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

  • @merrileehayes333
    @merrileehayes333 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi!! If it was damaged (the seat) by a plumber how do you then fix it? I simply told my plumber my taps make squeaky noises after a while they're not doing it yet but after about a year they will start getting squeaky when you turn them on and he marked around with it and now I've got a worse issue. The tap was not dripping at all but now it is continuously dripping. I have found out I need to get one plumber in they need to pull all the tiles off the wall and then I need a builder to come in after that a lot of hassle for me as a tenant over a dripping tap.
    Is there a simple fix or a way around this? I do have handyman in the family and I would love each of you fixed easily and quickly without all of this drama that is ahead of me

  • @waqaskhalid1053
    @waqaskhalid1053 29 วันที่ผ่านมา

    thanks @billshowto
    its very helpful. quick question: do we need to remove old valve seat before installing the new one? or straightaway go and make the new threads as shown in this video?
    thanks in advance

  • @TheWongyy
    @TheWongyy หลายเดือนก่อน

    How do you flush out thew shavings?

  • @RANDALL_MARS
    @RANDALL_MARS ปีที่แล้ว

    Legend. Super easy to follow. 👍

  • @willieTorney
    @willieTorney 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I have a leaky shower head changed shower head to new and changed vale to new still leaky .. please help what's next the shower head is dipping thanks bill

  • @latiffabdul
    @latiffabdul ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks Bill. Great video.

  • @kymlardnerofficial
    @kymlardnerofficial 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

    How do you take off the tap head or just tighten up a loose one? Great channel thank you.

    • @billshowto
      @billshowto  8 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Hi, if you’re referring to the spout they are generally removed by rotating the whole spout anti clockwise 👍

  • @leahlynch9982
    @leahlynch9982 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge ❤

    • @billshowto
      @billshowto  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You’re welcome 👍

  • @chuckmaddison2924
    @chuckmaddison2924 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    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.