The short answer

Identify the fixture and whether water drips from the spout, handle or connections. A clear location helps the plumber arrive with the right information.

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Describe, do not diagnose

Record when the drip occurs and whether it continues after the handle is fully off. Add a safe, close photo of the fixture and a wider photo showing its location. Report visible cabinet moisture as a separate observation, not proof of the same cause.

EPA identifies worn faucet washers and gaskets among common household leak causes. [1]

Example: “Bathroom sink, left handle area, dripping only during use; cabinet appears dry.” That is more actionable than “plumbing broken.” Active uncontrolled water needs prompt attention, not a wait for perfect photos.

Sources

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  1. Fix a Leak Week — EPA WaterSenseSupports the attributed passage: EPA identifies worn faucet washers and gaskets among common household leak causes. The practical workflow and labeled examples are the publication’s own applications, not source-reported cases. Source checked Sep 8, 2026.

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