Bathroom tap very reduced flow ?

iMax · 2011-09-12 10:22:25

Guys, The cold bathroom tap has over the last week become quite "tight" when turning it & the flow has greatly reduced. Is this just a washer to be changed (& if so could someone please point me how to do it) or is it a "get the plumber out" job ?

12-09-2011 11:22AM

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iMax

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Guys,

The cold bathroom tap has over the last week become quite "tight" when turning it & the flow has greatly reduced.

Is this just a washer to be changed (& if so could someone please point me how to do it) or is it a "get the plumber out" job ?

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#2 12-09-2011 01:10PM

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Isolate the water supply to the tap, remove the tap body and you will be able to see if the washer and jumper are ok. You might need to apply a bit of silicone grease or vaseline will do the job to loosen up the tap.

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#3 12-09-2011 09:59PM

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Only problem is nw I can't find anything to turn the water off. Do I have to shut off the mains & empty the tank & are there risks of airlock if I do ? Seems like a huge waste of water

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