Stupid question... Outside spigot?!!

[ddnene]

Okay as most of you know, the hubby is out of town… story of my life, LOL

Anyhoo I had used the pressure washer to hose off the back porch this weekend, and now the outdoor spigot keeps dripping… I have turned it as much as I can (which probably isn't much, because I think I have arthritis in my hands…) but it won't stop. Do I need to call a plumber to replace it or have my son try to turn it off?!!

 

[2BullyMama]

Re: Stupid question… Outside spigot?!!

get a pair of pliers and use it to turn the handle.... get it as tight as you can and then keep the pliers handy next time you need to use the spigot :D

 

[ddnene]

Re: Stupid question… Outside spigot?!!

get a pair of pliers and use it to turn the handle.... get it as tight as you can and then keep the pliers handy next time you need to use the spigot :D

Aww crap, I was afraid of that… do I need to replace it? My hands just don't work the way they used too…

 

[2BullyMama]

Re: Stupid question… Outside spigot?!!

Aww crap, I was afraid of that… do I need to replace it? My hands just don't work the way they used too…

No, I think it is just that you, as you stated, are not able to tighten it enough.... then when hubby gets back, have him check it out

 

[ddnene]

Re: Stupid question… Outside spigot?!!

No, I think it is just that you, as you stated, are not able to tighten it enough.... then when hubby gets back, have him check it out

What a drag it is getting old… LOL Hubby won't get back till the end of June, I'm afraid to see my water bill by then...

 

[2BullyMama]

Re: Stupid question… Outside spigot?!!

What a drag it is getting old… LOL Hubby won't get back till the end of June, I'm afraid to see my water bill by then...

YO GOOBER! if you tighten it with the pliers, the drip will stop, if not then you call the plumber

 

[brutus77]

Re: Stupid question… Outside spigot?!!

I agree with Christine, Haha she called you a Goober!!! Anyway, just use grips to tighten it. This should surely stop the drop. If not, I would go to home depot and get another spigot. It could be a washer or something stupid like that. You could have your son change it. I think the plumber would be a last resort.

 

[Marine91]

Re: Stupid question… Outside spigot?!!

Lol... Goober.... Haven't heard that one in awhile. It could be the washer that is starting to go in the spigot. You can use pliers turn it tight for now our you could be adventerous and shut the water off and take the valve stem out to replace the washer yourslef in about 10 minutes... lol

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[ddnene]

Re: Stupid question… Outside spigot?!!

YO GOOBER! if you tighten it with the pliers, the drip will stop, if not then you call the plumber

Well DUH I'm not going to let it drip till JUNE… LMAO!!! I meant that I hadn't noticed it dripping till yesterday… I wonder how long this has been going on…

 

[ddnene]

Re: Stupid question… Outside spigot?!!

I agree with Christine, Haha she called you a Goober!!! Anyway, just use grips to tighten it. This should surely stop the drop. If not, I would go to home depot and get another spigot. It could be a washer or something stupid like that. You could have your son change it. I think the plumber would be a last resort.

My son is about as handy as my husband… LMAO!!! Thank GOD for uTube videos… better have a plumber on the speed dial…

 

[ddnene]

Re: Stupid question… Outside spigot?!!

Lol... Goober.... Haven't heard that one in awhile. It could be the washer that is starting to go in the spigot. You can use pliers turn it tight for now our you could be adventerous and shut the water off and take the valve stem out to replace the washer yourslef in about 10 minutes... lol

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You guys are killing me… WELL I'm glad I'm here for your entertainment pleasure!!! LMAO!!! I'm actually pretty handy until it comes to electricity and water… LOL I guess I'd better look up videos on this so I know WTH I'm doing… if I flood my yard, you guys are going to HEAR ABOUT IT!!! I have a dentist appt, and Wally has to get his last round of shots. This fun will have to be delayed till later… LOL

 

[Marine91]

Re: Stupid question… Outside spigot?!!

You guys are killing me… WELL I'm glad I'm here for your entertainment pleasure!!! LMAO!!! I'm actually pretty handy until it comes to electricity and water… LOL I guess I'd better look up videos on this so I know WTH I'm doing… if I flood my yard, you guys are going to HEAR ABOUT IT!!! I have a dentist appt, and Wally has to get his last round of shots. This fun will have to be delayed till later… LOL

I wouldn't expect anything less. lol... Good luck.

 

[brutus77]

Re: Stupid question… Outside spigot?!!

I am anxiously awaiting your return!!

 

[Marine91]

Re: Stupid question… Outside spigot?!!

I almost forgot. Be sure to have someone record this endeavor for our viewing pleasure.

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[2BullyMama]

Re: Stupid question… Outside spigot?!!

I am anxiously awaiting your return!!

Me too..... we are SO supportive!