Most everyone has experienced a dripping faucet, which is not only annoying, but a waste of water. The cause of the dripping faucet usually lies in a worn, loose, or missing washer or seat. With the correct tools a homeowner can often get to the cause of the problem and find the replacement parts at the local hardware or box store. Before you take your faucet apart, REMEMBER TO SHUT OFF THE WATER. Occasionally, a malfunctioning pressure reducing valve can allow the water pressure in the home to get high enough to cause faucets to drip, toilets to run, etc. Keep an eye on that pressure.