Has anyone else had this problem—a tap that keeps dripping even after replacing the washer? I've unscrewed it, replaced it, and tightened it three times, but it still “cries.” And that dripping sound drives me crazy, especially at night. Maybe it's something deeper than just the gasket? I'm ready to call a repairman, but I don't know who to choose so I don't end up with an amateur. I would appreciate any recommendations based on experience.
Maybe the problem is with the mixer itself — something cracked inside or the seat is worn out? I've heard that when the metal is of poor quality or the water has impurities, it wears out quickly. But I have no idea how to check this myself. I don't want to replace the entire faucet because it's almost new. If anyone has had a similar situation, please tell me how to determine what the problem is, or give me the contact details of a repairman who understands these nuances so that I don't have to pay twice.
Yes, this is a very familiar problem — when, after three attempts at repair, the faucet still drips. If the gasket is new and the leak persists, then most likely the cause is not the gasket. Often, a faucet “cries” because of a worn valve seat or a microcrack in the body. This happens even in relatively new mixers, especially if the water is hard or contains impurities — they quickly “eat away” at the metal inside. It is difficult to see a microcrack on your own, so a professional inspection is necessary. To avoid wasting money on futile repair attempts, it is better to call an experienced repairman right away. Check out the tips on the website drain cleaning toronto the company is from Canada, they have a great description of how to detect hidden defects in plumbing fixtures, when a complete replacement is necessary, and when polishing the seat or replacing the cartridge is sufficient. This will help you avoid “craftsmen” who, after inspection, will simply say “everything needs to be replaced.” And if your mixer is of good quality, it may still be possible to save it; you just need to have it looked at by a specialist with hands, not excuses 😉