If your faucet is leaking, you should consider trying to quickly fix the issue yourself before calling a plumber. While it might not seem like it, you can easily lose several gallons of water per hour if you don’t have your leaky faucet repaired. To help prevent a leaking faucet from becoming a serious problem in your home or office, All American Plumbing in Concord, NC, has provided some ways to stop leaks in their tracks.

Here are a few DIY repair tips that may fix leaking faucets:

• Replace Your Fixture: Sometimes, it’s best to replace the sink altogether if a leak won’t stop. Try to find an energy-efficient model that allows you to save money on your water bill and decrease your overall water usage.
• Check The Hardware: A slow drip from your faucet typically indicates an issue with your sink’s hardware. Most of the time, the drip can be stopped by replacing the washer and o-ring. Sometimes, however, you have to take the faucet apart and replace the valve seat. While you may be able to handle the o-ring by yourself, it’s best to call a plumber to complete more difficult tasks quickly and efficiently.
• Close The Valve: If you’ve already tried to fix your faucet and you can’t afford a replacement fixture right now, simply turn off the valve underneath the sink and contact a plumbing company to fix the issue. While you won’t be able to use the sink, you can rest assured that you won’t be losing water until it’s repaired.

If you’ve tried all of these tricks and nothing seems to stop your leaking faucet, you’ll likely have to hire a professional to fix it. To schedule an appointment and receive an estimate from All American Plumbing, call (704) 788-8690. Visit their Facebook page for more information.