Now a leaking outdoor faucet can let a lot of water flow away and besides the waste of the water it can make a big mess of your lawn or garden not to mention that the water could actually end up getting back into your home and make a real mess.
Replacing a garden faucet behind siding.
Total cost 3 to 15 dollars.
If the faucet is threaded on just follow directions for shutting off water main feed to the house and remove and replace the whole faucet.
This should save your garden soil and a few dollars on your monthly water bill.
How to replace a leaking outside water faucet.
With one adjustable wrench you will hold the faucet in place and with the other you will turn the faucet in order to tighten it.
A broken outdoor spigot can present an issue if you routinely use it to water your grass or garden.
Take the old one with you.
You must turn off the water supply until you can have the broken device repaired.
And replace the screws to secure it in.
90 of older faucets can not should not be repaired.