Hiring a professional plumber is far more expensive. Handyman shares money-saving method for fixing common plumbing issue yourself: 'Was looking for this exact demo' first appeared on The Cool Down.

Faucets typically have a lifespan of 10 years before parts start to fail, so be sure to note the date of existing faucets and repairs in a home repair book so you know when it’s time for a fix.

Photo by Dan Watson on Unsplash. How to Repair a Leaky FaucetGather Your Tools. Adjustable wrench; Screwdriver; Replacement washers, O-rings, or faucet cartridge (depending on the issue) ...

If there’s no cold water coming from your faucets, ... Faucet repair kits are available if you’re feeling particularly handy, but you’ll need to have the specifics of your faucet, ...