On two-handle faucets, the stem is the part that wears and drips. Here is the State College guide.
The stem
The stem moves up and down on a seat to control flow, and its washer wears out.
The fix
Remove the handle and the stem, then replace the washer or the whole stem.
The seat
A pitted seat also causes drips and may need a seat wrench or a replacement.
The call
Stop the drip for good. Call 888-217-3585 and State College Plumber Connect will match you with a State College pro.
Plumbing in State College: what to know
In State College, freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older city rowhomes have aging supply lines. Pros in our network know the local quirks and bring the right parts on the first visit.
Across Centre County — from Bellefonte, Lewistown and Huntingdon to ZIP codes like 16802, 16801, 16803 — homeowners deal with the same kinds of issues. The tips above apply locally, and when a job goes beyond a quick fix, a vetted local pro is only a call away.
Need a hand in State College?
If a plumbing issue is beyond a quick fix, don't wait for it to get worse. Call 888-217-3585 and State College Plumber Connect will match you with a vetted local pro — usually within minutes. Learn more about plumbing help in State College.