I had water dripping out of my Price-Pfister faucets in both bathrooms. I called Dutton Plumbing. (I know so little about plumbing). Told the operator that I do know that it is a very simple job but I just don't know where the washer goes to stop the drips. And, don't think of trying to charge me over $100 (I ain't that naive). 2 young plumbers show up, tell me to fix it, they could do it 2 different ways. The band-aid approach (their words) would be to change the stems - $180. The right way - around $300. I told them "No way". I did, for some foolish reason pay their service call fee plus $20 extra for their 1 year service plan which would include inspecting the water heater and sewer line. \r
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I turned off the water, opened up the faucet (24 seconds) and pulled out the stem and brought it to the plumbing store. They pulled out the old washers sold me 2 rubber washers ($1.62 with tax). Had me go home to see if that would work. If not, come back and buy new stems @ $10.
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