Jakervik wrote:Both of my outdoor faucets leak. I thought it might have been
the threads,
but after applying plumbing tape to the threads and securing the hose, I saw
that the leak was actually coming from both faucets. I'm not very effecient
when it comes to plumbing....Home Depot was telling me to just cut it off on
the copper line and bring them in. Should I hire a plumber?


They're relatively simple to repair, but a few things you need to know:
1-Where's the leak coming from? The normal place for water to exit? Or that
little nut just under the stem? If it's the packing nut, you may get away with
a _careful_ (just a tiny bit!) tightening of the nut. If it's the "normal"
place for water to exit, go turn off the water upstream, then open the leaky
valve(s) to relieve pressure. Figure out how it's assembled (that little screw
on top _won't_ help here), and disassemble it! Besides changing the valve
washer, check for any damage to the valve seat. If it's at all rough, replace
it. I think you can do it. Tom
Someday, it'll all be over....