A dripping tap wastes up to 20,000 litres of water per year adding roughly $180 to your water bill annually.
Beyond the cost a persistent drip can cause water staining encourage mould growth and lead to more serious plumbing issues.
The most common causes include worn tap washers, damaged O-rings, corroded valve seats, and worn ceramic disc cartridges.
Tools you will need include an adjustable wrench, screwdrivers, replacement tap washers, and plumber's tape.
Always turn off the water supply before working on any tap.
For traditional washer taps: turn off the water, remove the tap handle by popping off the decorative cap, unscrew the tap bonnet, lift out the spindle, replace the old washer, check the O-ring, and reassemble.
For ceramic disc and cartridge mixer taps: remove the handle, unscrew the retaining nut, pull out the old cartridge, and take it to a plumbing supplier for an exact match.
Call a licensed plumber if the drip persists after washer replacement, you have ceramic disc taps you cannot identify, you notice corrosion, or you need to work on mains water supply..