Step 3 · Disconnecting the Old Faucet

This is the step most people slow down on. Take it one move at a time — there’s no rush, and you can rewind the clip as many times as you need.

Working through the access panel, identify the hot (usually red PEX or on the left) and cold (usually blue PEX or on the right) supply lines connected to the faucet valve bodies. Place your bucket underneath them. Use channel-lock pliers or an adjustable wrench to loosen the coupling nuts connecting the supply lines to the faucet. Be prepared for some water to spill out. Next, locate and disconnect the hose leading to the handheld sprayer and the connection to the tub spout. These are also typically secured with threaded plastic nuts.