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Cartridge Replacement

The do-it-yourself faucet repair that stops roughly 90% of drips. A worn internal cartridge (or washer) is the usual culprit, and a replacement costs under $15 with no plumber required — just a wrench and a screwdriver.

Shut off the valves under the sink and note the cartridge's orientation before removing it; the new one goes in the same way.
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