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Thanks so much! The packing nuts were loose on both sides. I tightened them both and then realized the nut from the valve to the tube going up to the sink was also leaking. I tightened it as well, and now it's dry! :clap: I appreciate this forum!

In the video he took the knob off first. Should I do that? Or can I tighten the packing nut without removing the knob?

Both valves under my bathroom sink have started leaking. I have tried tightening the screw, but that doesn't help. If I loosen the screw, it sprays even more. If I shut off the whole valve, it is just a slow drip. How complicated is it to fix something like this? Is anyone willing to walk me...

I fixed it! :banana: It was actually simple. I disassembled the knob and removed the Delta valve stem. The rubber flap had broken off from the stem. I purchased a new stem and installed it myself. Everything is working fine! Thanks for the replies.

I am fairly new to plumbing repair. I don't know all of the exact terms, so I'll try to describe it well. My tub shower has one knob. It's your basic- turn left to turn on and the farther you turn it the hotter the water gets. Between the knob and the spigot there is a stem that you push in to...