Water Won’t Come Out! 💦 #plumbing #plumber #diy

have a Woodford Brass model 17 frost-free hose bib that does not open or close. So, I went to the store and I got an RK-17MA Woodford Brass model 17 repair kit. And it would have been a great option if the handle was not corroded to the stem. Tried several different screwdrivers and some PB Blaster, but I ended up having to pull out a multi-tool. Once I finally got this apart, I found out that the check valve was completely off the stem. The repair kit wasn't going to help anymore. Headed back to the store with the stem in hand. It's nice that Home Depot actually stocks Woodford Brass. The repair kit cost around $30 and the 8-in hose bib cost around 45. So, for $15 more, you'll save yourself a big headache. Do yourself a favor, grab some silicone grease, and rub down all the rubber parts. This is going to ensure that your O-rings and your rubber washers and everything are going to last a bit longer. And then install the new assembly into the existing hose bib. Yes, I could have just replaced the hose bib, but the drywall had just got done and they didn't want fresh holes cut in the wall.