Many months ago - many - I pointed out to Mark that the backyard faucet was leaking. What I didn't know at the time was that its a relatively easy fix. Like my daughter and I like to say, I "googled that sh**". Why he didn't address it I will never know.
But on a recent Saturday, it was time for me to get it done. I watched a couple of You Tube videos, gathered my tools, and headed to the front yard to cut off the main water. A friendly neighbor came by, gave me his condolences for Mark, and gave me pointers which were greatly appreciated.
It was all going swimmingly, until I couldn't get the screw loosened that holds the handle securely to the valve. A useless trip to Home Depot, and a person giving me bad advice, followed. Much frustration. I thought I knew what the issue is, I just need to get this dang handle off without stripping the screw so I can replace the valve washer. I need to find a new handle/valve combo from a plumbing supply store or get that screw loosened. I have the completely wrong part to return to Home Depot, but that's a minor inconvenience, considering. What I really want is for my faucet to stop leaking! No telling how that is affecting my water bill. But it doesn't take whiskers to fix this and I will try again.
Gina
**update**
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