How to Replace an Outdoor Water Faucet

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Turn off your home’s main water supply valve.

   Lubricant will help to loosen any rust that may have formed on the threads. ,,, At the same time, slowly turn the pipe wrench that is connected to the faucet counterclockwise until the faucet is loosened. ,,, Teflon tape seals the connection to ensure that no water leaks out. , Purchase a new faucet that meets the same specifications as the old one. ,,,,,
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   Step 2: Spray lubricant onto the faucet where it connects to the pipe.

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   Step 3: Open the faucet completely to drain out all of the water.

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   Step 4: Place one pipe wrench onto the water pipe and one onto the faucet.

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   Step 5: With your non-dominant hand

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   Step 6: hold the pipe wrench on the water pipe to keep it still.

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   Step 7: Once it’s loosened

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   Step 8: unscrew the faucet by hand in a counterclockwise motion.

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   Step 9: Brush the threads on the pipe with a stiff bristled brush to clean off any rust or debris.

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    Step 10: Wrap two to three layers of Teflon tape around the threads in a clockwise direction.

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    Step 11: Go to the home improvement store and take the old faucet with you.

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    Step 12: Screw the new faucet onto the pipe in a clockwise direction by hand until the faucet is tightened.

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    Step 13: Place one pipe wrench on the pipe and another on the faucet as before.

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    Step 14: Turn the faucet wrench clockwise until the faucet connection is tight and the faucet is turned in the appropriate direction.

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    Step 15: Turn on the main water supply valve.

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    Step 16: Open the new faucet to check for leaks.

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