There is a nut under the handle.

Outdoor faucet valve stem. It mostly occurs due to the more sediment buildup. When this occur the valve seat is corroded and start to getting leak or may cause the. This part is connected to the faucet to the spout.

Use a wrench and turn the nut in the counterclockwise direction. A ball valve faucet costs an average of $22, but they can cost up to $35 for one made of brass. The faucet valve stem is what the handle is attached to.

Clean out the old packing and slip on the new. It will help to remove the valve stem. Look at the base of the spigot.

The washer sits against the valve seat. This is the part that spins, opening or closing itself against the seat using a rubber washer to form a watertight seal. The washer sits against the valve seat.

Here are some tips on how to fix an outdoor faucet that keeps turning: Start by shutting off the water supply to the outdoor faucet.