The next time you have a leaky faucet, don’t worry. There is no need to call the plumber. Here I will give you a simple guide to fix drip drip drip that is so annoying.
Most of the time, all you need to do is change the washer and only four tools are needed: wrench; wire wool; screwdriver and cloth.
You should start by turning off the water supply, which is usually a faucet in the cupboard under the kitchen sink, then turn on the faucet so that all the water in the pipe runs out. If the water comes out at a fast rate, you have not turned off the water supply properly, so go back and try again.
If you have an old faucet remove the cap and unscrew the nut where you will see the bridge. This holds the washer, so it must be replaced. If you have a modern faucet, remove the hot/cold sign on top and unscrew the screw inside with your screwdriver. Once it is removed, you will be able to see the bridge.
Once the washer is off, you should clean all parts with wire wool, as a buildup of grease and dirt is usually the reason your washer corrodes. You can get the washers at most DIY stores, but make sure you get the correct size. Typically sink and sink washers are ½ inch and bathroom faucets are ¾ inch. Do not turn on the water supply until you have replaced the washer.