How to repair a leaking outdoor faucet?
Your outdoor water system should be kept in good working order, but it's often the last place you notice leaks. Outdoor water faucet leaks may seem like a minor issue, but in fact, they can cause serious damage to your foundation, or allow water to enter the structure, leading to the growth of toxic mold and other problems. To protect your home from damage, your water system should be checked periodically for leaks, inside and out. How to detect a water leak? Finding a faucet leak before it causes damage involves a few simple steps: Turn on the faucet and place your hand over the opening. If the water flow slows when covered, you have a leak in the system that needs to be found and fixed. Walk around your yard or property and look for spots that appear sunken or wet, as you may have an underground leak in your system. Turn off all water flow in your system, inside and out. Locate your water meter to visually check and see if the indicator moves. If so, you have a leak somew...