Is your single lever kitchen tap dripping, leaking or difficult to operate? A worn or damaged cartridge could be the cause. Replacing the cartridge can often restore your tap without the expense of replacing the entire tap. This guide explains how to remove your old cartridge and fit a replacement, including what to look for when identifying the correct cartridge for your tap.
A simple DIY guide explaining how to identify the cause of a dripping kitchen tap and what part may need replacing. It covers leaks from the end or bottom of the spout, leaks around the handle, single-lever and two-handle taps, how to identify a faulty hot or cold valve, using isolation valves, and when O-rings, a cartridge, valve or complete spout may need replacing.
A dripping kitchen tap doesn't always mean you need a new tap. In many cases, replacing the valve is all that's needed to fix the problem. In this guide, we will show you how to identify which valve needs replacing by checking how your tap is leaking, by testing the hot and cold sides.
