How to Stop Water Hose Leaks

This is the easiest way to permanently repair a leaky hose.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• exacto knife
• screwdriver
• hose splicer

1. Locate leak or leaks and determine if more than one splice is necessary. If there's a run of 10 feet or more, I recommend multiple splices.
   Sometimes damage can extend farther than is visible. Give yourself 5-6 inches past leak.

2. Cut out the damaged area of hose at 90 degree angles with exacto knife. Trim off any stray insulation that may have frayed. This prevents the proper sealing of splicer. Hold splicer under running water to clear any debris.

3. Insert the two fresh cut ends into the proper ends of hose splicer,(either way) making sure they are fully inserted.

4. Tighten splicer screws at approximately same rate, making sure entire unit is squeezing the hose evenly. The screws should be very tight when finished. Turn on water and inspect splicer. Any leaks can be eliminated by adjusting screws and hose placement.

Tips & Warnings

• Unless the hose is of high quality and length, I recommend replacing.
• Prevent too much pressure build up in a hose thats been spliced.

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on 6/12/2009 I sent article to my daughter