How To Repair American Standard Faucets

American Standard offers a limited lifetime warranty on the body of its faucets. So, if you have a break, contact America Standard first to see if your faucet qualifies for free replacement. If you start to notice water leaking from the handle or inconsistent temperature flow, then the stem inside your faucet is most likely broken. With enough use, the stem of any faucet will eventually wear out. You can easily find a replacement stem for your American Standard faucet at most major hardware or home improvement stores.

Things You'll Need

• Screwdriver
• Allen wrench
• Pliers
• New stem

Instructions

Removal

1. Turn off the shut-off valve leading to the faucet under the sink.

2. Remove your faucet's handle to remove the old broken stem. If you have a single-handle faucet, you will have to use an Allen wrench to remove the screw at the base of the handle. If you have a double-handle faucet, you will have to use a screwdriver to remove the screw on top of the faucet. First, however, use the screwdriver to pry off the decorative cap that hides this screw.

3. Remove the screw holding the stem in place. There may or may not be a screw depending on the model of your faucet.

4. Using a pair of pliers for a better grip, remove the old stem.

Installation

1. Insert the new stem into the body of the faucet, pushing it securely in place.

2. Reinstall the screw that holds the stem in place. There may or may not be a screw, depending on the model of your faucet.

3. Place the handle back on the faucet, screwing it back in place.

4. Test the new stem, ensuring that both the "Hot" and "Cold" functions work and that there is proper water flow.

Tips & Warnings

• Check to make sure the threads on the inside of your handle are not stripped.

• Buy a faucet stem specifically for your brand.