How to replace a kitchen mixer tap in your Chicago Home

Are you having problems with your kitchen mixer tap in your Chicago home? It could be leaking or the taps could be showing up other issues. In case you are planning to revamp your kitchen, you would definitely want to replace them. Almost all modern kitchens have mixer taps which deliver both hot and cold water through one single pipe.

The water flowing out is very comfortable to use in the cold season. Every tap comes with a thread of half-inch at the bottom and a small size washer that goes to the bottom of the sink and is fitted with a tiny nut. Majority mixer taps have foam plate which is placed just beneath the unit and this seals the tap very well.

You can connect tap pipes using different methods and the flexible type is really good, the one that has a little rubber seal on it. It’s very simple and easy to fit because the pipes need not be entirely lined up. You can also opt for a rigid tap connector about half an inch but it has a small collar with a rubber washer or a fiber washer.

How to remove the old kitchen tap

First you need to remove the part of the tap that is present down under the sink so that the pipe connectors are visible and access them at ease. So here are the steps:

• Cut off the water supply and the water supply should be turned off –This is pretty simple so find out the shut-off valve and turn off the water supply. Turn on the taps and check whether the water supply is off.
• Take off the old tap – If you are not an expert you can call our skilled technicians in Chicago to do so. We have specialized tools for disconnecting taps like claws and tube spanners that help to disconnect swiftly.
• Disconnecting tap from the main –You have to disconnect the tap from the main connection and it can be done simply by unscrewing.
• Remove the debris –Clean off any debris that is stuck to the old tap.

Fitting the new mixer tap

It is easy to fit a new mixer tap, you need to make sure that you have installed it correctly and the seals are just right so that there are no leaks. It is better to call our experienced plumber if you want the best fitting.

Here are the steps:

Fitting the mixer tap on the upper side of the sink –  Firstly, scrub the sink area well to clear off the debris that had accumulated while the old tap was fitted. It’s not a difficult task as you need to slot the pipes in the sink through the holes and the rest of it you need to fix from under the sink.

Connect the tap right under the sink – Take the plastic nut and the rubber washer, get under the sink with these. Use a tool to tighten the tap and make sure the tap does not wobble as you start using it.

Connect the tap to water pipes – Connect the water pipes once again but do not forget to replace the o-rings and washers. The seal is of utmost importance make sure its water tight seal. You might use a tape as well.

Turn on water flow – Now turn on the new tap and see water flowing well. Please check for leaks beneath under the sink and tidy up the place.

It is relatively easy to fit a new mixer tap by removing an old one. There are clients who wish to take a DIY initiative as they have the experience and the right set of tools. But you can always get in touch with our reputed plumbing network in Chicago for new fittings, repairs and replacement. Most of us don’t have time to do such things and this is why we are there to provide you assistance.