Some plumbing problems definitely call for pro-grade expertise, but fixing a water shut-off valve leak isn’t one of them.

Tighten the packing nut on the toilet shutoff valve one-eighth turn clockwise to try to seal a leak around the nut. Pro tip: Wrap cloth or masking tape on the plier’s jaws to protect the nut’s finish.

Have a leaky valve stem and not sure what to do? The fix can be pretty easy by adjusting the valve packing! Weekly Boiler Tips are compiled by the knowledgeable and remarkably prolific content ...

Q: I was going to replace my bathroom faucet, but when I tried to turn off the water under the sink, the valve started leaking and it won’t stop. I’ve postponed the faucet replacement until I can ...