How to stop tap from leaking?

[Richard44]

How to tighten nut under face bowl outlet tap, it leeks. Requires special tool, I am not sure if Bunnings carries a plumers tool. Had to turn tap to the left to tighten and to stop leek.

[EricL]

Hello @Richard44 

Is the water leaking into your bowl under the cabinet? If it is, it could be the o ring seals of the spout have given way causing it to leak. I recommend changing them before you tighten the nut of the spout. 

I propose using the Kinetic Assorted Sizes O Ring Kit in combination with the Kinetic 15g Tap Lubricant.

If you are after a tool to use under the sink, I suggest looking at the IRWIN 280mm Basin Wrench. It's designed to reach into hard-to-reach places when installing plumbing fittings. 

If you have any other questions we can help with, please let us know.

Eric

[Richard44]

Hi Ericl,

The water is leeking from under the middle outlet, (fixed outlet) under the basin. This assemble was replaced recently by a plumer, and I have lost his contact number. I purchased a Irwan renche from Bunnings and found that their was no room to get this rench in a tiney space.

I thank you for your advice but it seems that I will have to call the experts in, I am just to old for this.

Kind regards

Richard44

[MitchellMc]

Fair enough, @Richard44. It can be a little tricky trying to access nuts under your sink. It sounds like a wise decision to call in a professional; just make sure to keep a hold of their card so you can call them back if the issue persists.

Mitchell

[Richard44]

Thanks Mitchell.