| I'm yet to come across a homeowner that has not | | | | to deal with this recalcitrant problem head on. Here's |
| pulled out all stops in a feckless attempt to sort out | | | | how: |
| that ubiquitous leaking shower faucet problem. Isn't it | | | | - Turn off the water supply, either in the bathroom |
| amazing how this universally galling problem can raise | | | | or at the main shut-off valve in the basement. |
| just about anybody's hackles' But in our relentless | | | | - Allow the water in the faulty faucet to drain |
| search for a tangible solution, we fail to realize that | | | | completely. |
| this predicament is in fact extremely tenuous and can | | | | - Using a screwdriver or a knife, turn the faucet |
| be fixed without any plumbing expertise or | | | | screw clockwise and take it off. This is followed by |
| sophisticated tools.'' | | | | removing the faucet handle. A handle hammer may |
| Not Always The Harbinger Of Gloom | | | | become necessary in case the handle seems a little |
| Before you greet a leaking shower faucet with a | | | | intractable to deal with. |
| sense of resignation, it's imperative to get acquainted | | | | - It's now time to address the core of this recurring |
| with the boiler-plate rules for success (read: repair). | | | | problem- the worn-out rubber gasket. You can be |
| First, there's no need to press the panic button and | | | | sure that it's time for the gasket to be replaced if it |
| invite a plumbing professional to cause a severe drain | | | | leaves a black residue on your hands. |
| on your bank account. | | | | - Replace the worn out part correctly inside the |
| Next, you need nothing more than an adjustable pipe | | | | shower head. Remove all lime deposits on the handle. |
| wrench and a veritable collection of 'O' rings to be | | | | - Assemble all the remaining parts. And before you |
| your succor. | | | | become completely delirious with anticipation, turn on |
| Above all, you need to be perseverant, and the | | | | the faucet, and watch with glee your efforts bearing |
| sparkling results are sure to keep you afloat. | | | | fruit. |
| The Time Of Reckoning Is Finally Here | | | | Has the rush of self-worth suffused you yet' Well, |
| With the tools and your insoluble grit in place, it's time | | | | just don't let it go to your head! |