How to Adjust Your Faucet Without Using a Wrench

If there's a problem with the faucet at home and we need to disassemble it, but we don't have a wrench on hand, we certainly can't just twist it off with our bare hands. Here are some helpful tips for easily removing the faucet.

1. What to do if you don’t have a wrench to unscrew the faucet

some force to easily unscrew the water pipe.

Before starting to unscrew, make sure to turn off the main valve. It’s also best to wear gloves to reduce friction. When unscrewing, don’t exert too much force initially; first, tighten the water pipe clockwise a bit, and then twist it counterclockwise to loosen it.

2. What to do if the water pipe is rusted and won’t come off

In some cases, the water pipe has been used for a long time and may have rust on its surface. In this situation, it can be difficult to unscrew even with tools, and using brute force is not advisable. First, apply a few drops of machine oil at the joint of the water pipe for lubrication, or use a specialized rust remover. Wait a little while for a chemical reaction to occur; once the rust is removed, unscrewing it will be much easier.

If it still won’t budge, check if something is stuck inside the faucet. You can use a specialized wire extractor to insert into the faucet and then grip it with a tool and twist a few times to remove it. This method is very convenient and won’t damage the internal components.

3. What to do if the faucet can't be tightened and is dripping

Inside the faucet, there is a gasket. If it keeps dripping, the gasket may be damaged. You can unscrew the faucet to check if the gasket has worn out, and then purchase a new gasket to replace it. You may need a screwdriver to remove the screws from the top and disassemble it.

Once you remove the faucet handle, you will expose the internal valve core. Use pliers to unscrew the valve core, and you will see the internal structure, which includes a sealing ring and a gasket. Replace the damaged parts and then reassemble the faucet in the reverse order. Finally, check to see if it still drips.

The above content outlines several methods to unscrew the faucet when you don’t have a wrench at hand. However, we should also check if the faucet may have rust problems; removing the rust first will make it much easier to unscrew.