Before you do anything else make sure all the tools that would be required in the project are available. These include a Teflon tape roll, a pipe wrench or crescent wrench and a washer( plastic or rubber O-ring).

Once all the tools are in tact, remove the shower head from the stem to discover the junction where head meets the pipe. Though the head is removed easily by the hands but if it is a bit tight then avail the services of a pipe wrench or a crescent wrench. If the head is held on with screws then unscrew the head.

Once the shower head is detached take a look into the shower head to locate the place where the head screws into the pipe. A plastic or rubber O-ring washer would be located there. If the washer leaves a black goo on your fingers then it is time to replace it. Match the size of the washer with a new one to replace it effectively. Just push the new washer into the assembly such that it is placed flat inside the fixture.

Once the washer is fixed, move towards the shower stem to tighten the thread wrap. The threads are bound to get loosened after a bit of a time and hence require regular repairs. Wrap the stem with a Teflon tape making sure that it is wrapped around tightly. Only two wraps of tape around the threads are necessary enough to seal the connection. Wrap in the same direction as the threads flow.

Hand-tighten the head on the stem after the washer and the threads are fixed. Don’t over tight the head as that may lead to stripping of the stem’s threads. After the shower is assembled test the shower for any leaks by turning the water supply on.

If the shower is still dripping then a review of the same procedure may be considered. Increase the number of wraps around the threads to three and also tighten the head a bit more.

If still the problem remains unsolved then a fault in the shower’s water-control valve is detected. For that though a plumber has to be consulted.

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