Why does my cold water handle leak every time I turn on my hot water?




When I turn on the hot water tap on my faucet, cold water leaks but not vice versa. Does anyone know why this is happening and how to fix the leaky faucet?
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Sounds like the washers are worn out, just replace them.
You need a new O-ring or packing washer, depending on which one your valve uses. If it takes a packing washer, you may just need to tighten the packing nut.