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How to Repair a Dripping Outdoor Faucet

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Outdoor faucets can develop leaks over time. Repairing or replacing the faulty parts will require a few standard tools.
Step 2: Shut off the water supply
If the faucet is dripping from the spout, the faucet fixture will need to be removed. Shut off the water supply to the outside faucet by turning the valve handle.
Turn the water supply valve handle to shut off water.

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Shut off the water supply to the faucet before beginning work.

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