First determine the source of the leak.
Two handle faucet leaking.
How to fix a dripping or leaky single handle faucet.
If water is still dripping you need to replace the cold stem right handle.
If water is leaking from underneath the handle onto the counter the stem of whichever handle is leaking needs to be replaced.
With this issue dirt and debris have collected in the valve cartridge which prevents the valve from properly controlling the flow of water.
Step 1 turn off the water to the faucet under the sink.
Remove the retaining clip or nut.
Step 2 use a flat screwdriver and use a prying motion to remove the decorative cap on top of the handle.
Unscrew the set screw to remove the handle.
The valve cartridge is located under the handle.
Causes of the leak.
Step 4 pull off the complete handle.
Causes of the leak.
With this leak water will leak from the area where the handle attaches to the faucet body after the water has been turned off or while the faucet is still on.
If water is dripping from the faucet turn off the hot water supply valve under the sink.
Faucet is leaking or dripping from the handle.
Step 3 a handle screw will now be visible remove the handle screw with a screwdriver.
Ball cartridge and ceramic disc.
Faucet leaking under handle repair method 2.
This troubleshooting document relates to standard pull out and pull down kitchen faucets.
Learn to repair three types of single handle faucets.
2 handle faucet parts names and identification.
When the faucet is on or off water leaks from under the handle area.
Solution for the leak.