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

Outdoor faucet valve stem. Remove the handle and packing nut. When this occur the valve seat is corroded and start to getting leak or may cause the. There is a nut under the handle.

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. This part is connected to the faucet to the spout.

Clean out the old packing and slip on the new. The washer sits against the valve seat. Look at the base of the spigot.

It mostly occurs due to the more sediment buildup. It will help to remove the valve stem. Secure the body of the faucet with a wrench.

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.