How to Remove a Basin Faucet Valve
Disconnect the water supply lineTo learn how to remove tub faucet valve, follow these steps: First, disconnect the water supply line from the house. If the tub is a new one, use a wrench to loosen the nuts and nutcrackers. Turn on the cold and hot water, and then use pliers to unscrew the two caps. You may need a basin wrench for this step, or a ratcheting pipe cutter. Then, use the pliers to pry off the set screws.Use pocketknife or thin blade of a pocketknifeNext, you must unscrew the mounting screw. You may have to pry the handle free from the stem using a hair dryer. A pocketknife or thin blade of a pocketknife may be used to unscrew the stem. Then, disconnect the flexible supply line from the water supply. Make sure that the water is shut off before starting. Afterward, remove the drain flange.Remove the nutsIf the old valve has set screws or is stuck, you should first remove the nuts. This will help you remove the old spout. If the new one is screwed on tightly, you should wrap it in plumber's tape and tighten it with a wrench. If the mounting nuts are stubborn, you can use a penetrating oil. Once the connection is loose, the old  tap can be removed.
Before removing the valve, you should turn off the water supply to the tub. Most shutoff valves are located under the sink. To remove the valve, you must open the faucet and drain the remaining water in the pipes. To do this, remove the nuts and pull the faucet off of the sink. You may also need a pair of channel-type pliers. If you need more leverage, use a channel-type pliers.Use a putty knifeOnce you've removed the nut, you can now pull up the stem assembly. You can use a putty knife to break the seal. You can also try removing the decorative escutcheons, which cover the stems of the valves. These escutcheons can be difficult to remove, but they can be removed with a bit of work. You can also try a utility knife to scrape away any caulk that might be glued onto the stem.
Then, you need to unscrew the nut on the three-way spout tee. If you have a wide-spread faucet, this is the best way to remove the valve. If you've removed the nut on the escutcheon, you'll need to unscrew the nut on your spout. Once you've done that, remove the handle and escutcheon. Then, unscrew the channel locks.Cost depend on the type of faucetThe cost of a plumber to install a faucet will depend on the type of faucet you want to install. Most plumbers will be happy to take out an old faucet if it's in good condition. But if it's rusted, it will be harder to remove it and may need to be sawed out. A plumber's labor will depend on the type of faucet.Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Suspendisse varius enim in eros elementum tristique. Duis cursus, mi quis viverra ornare, eros dolor interdum nulla, ut commodo diam libero vitae erat. Aenean faucibus nibh et justo cursus id rutrum lorem imperdiet. Nunc ut sem vitae risus tristique posuere.