My bathtub faucet is dripping. Is this something I could fix?

[sophiemarie]

Hello.
My bathtub faucet is dripping, pretty good drip. I think it's the hot water handle because when I turn it, it drips more or it drips less. But I thought the handle that turns the shower on would stop the drip, but it doesn't.
With that description, just wondered if anyone had an idea what might be wrong with it and believes I might be able to fix it myself?

Thank you in advance!

 

[havasu]

Sounds like you need to replace the cartridge. This can either be easy, or challenging, depending on what you have. I would recommend taking pictures of the face plate and any markings on the valve.

 

[sophiemarie]

Okay, that tells me I'll need a plumber.
That's what I needed to know. You guys are always so helpful -- Thank you, havasu!