How To Turn Off Water In Sink

If you have a leaky faucet, it's essential to know how to turn off the water supply to the sink. This will prevent water from continuing to drip and wasting water. There are two main ways to turn off the water to a sink, depending on the type of faucet you have. Here are the steps on how to turn off the water in the sink for both types of faucets:

Compression Faucets

If you have a compression faucet, there will be a packing nut that needs to be tightened to turn off the water. Here is how to do it:

Locate the packing nut which is usually located at the base of the faucet where the handle meets the sink.

Use a wrench or pliers to tighten the packing nut clockwise. Make sure not to overtighten it as this could damage the faucet.

Once the packing nut is tight, turn the faucet handle to see if the water has stopped flowing. If it has, you have successfully turned off the water supply to the sink.

Cartridge Faucets

If you have a cartridge faucet, there will be a cartridge that needs to be replaced to turn off the water. Here is how to do it:

Locate the cartridge by removing the handle of the faucet. There will be a screw or cap that needs to be removed to access the cartridge.

Once the cartridge is exposed, use a cartridge puller to remove it from the faucet. If you don't have a cartridge puller, you can use a pair of pliers to gently pull it out.

Insert the new cartridge into the faucet and make sure it is seated properly.

Replace the handle and turn on the faucet to see if the water has stopped flowing. If it has, you have successfully turned off the water supply to the sink.

Additional Tips

Here are some additional tips on how to turn off the water in a sink:

If you are not able to turn off the water to the sink with either of the methods above, you may need to call a plumber. They will be able to help you turn off the water and fix the leak.

It is also important to know where the main water shutoff valve is located in your home. This is useful if you need to turn off the water supply to your entire home in an emergency.

If you are going away for an extended period, it is a good idea to turn off the water to your sink to prevent leaks.