To remove a faucet valve cap, particularly the decorative cover on the handle that hides a screw, you generally need to use a flat head screwdriver to carefully pop it off.
When You Might Need to Remove a Faucet Handle Cap
Based on the provided information, you'll only encounter and need to remove this type of cap under specific circumstances:
- No Visible Screw: You if you can't see a screw at the top of the tap handle, you'll need to remove a cover or cap.
- Faucets Without Caps: Not all faucets have these decorative caps. If you can see a screw on the handle, you can skip this step entirely, as there is no cap to remove.
How to Remove the Cap
If your faucet handle has a hidden screw covered by a decorative cap, follow these steps:
The Process
- First, examine the top of your faucet handle to see if a screw is visible.
- If no screw is present, locate the plastic cap or cover on the very top of the handle.
- Use a flat head screwdriver to pop off the plastic cap from the top of each handle. Gently insert the tip under the edge and lift.
Required Tool
- Flat head screwdriver
Understanding This Type of Faucet Cap
This type of cap, sometimes referred to as a "valve cap" when discussing faucet handles, is primarily a decorative element designed to conceal the screw that holds the handle onto the valve stem. Removing it is a necessary step before you can access the screw and detach the handle for further repairs or replacements.
