Dripping tap

[snes]

I've been summoned to my son's place to "have a look" at this basin tap, which has developed a slow drip.

At a guess, I'd say there is a ceramic cartridge in there somewhere. Or would there be 2?

Before I pay a visit, could anyone suggest which parts I should be removing and where I might find any hidden grub/hex screws etc.

Haven't got a clue as to make, so advice will have to be generic, but would be grateful to be nudged in the right direction.

Many thanks!

 

[PrenticeBoyofDerry]

Looks like the the cap will flip off the handle using a small flat headed screwdriver, this should then give access to a screw that will be holding the handle/wheel head on. Once unscrewed that should just pull off.
The shield may have a tiny grub or hex screw at the rear, but may also just twist off.
That should then give you access to the cartridge, which will need a spanner to take out. Isolate water before removal.

 

[Madrab]

Make sure it's 1/4 turn, and therefore ceramic. Ceramic are sealed and the whole valve is replaced, always better to service both at the same time.
If they're screw down taps (that type of tap head are usually screw down type), then it just needs a new washer and take apart as @PrenticeBoyofDerry has explained, washer at the base, pop off/screw off and renew.

 

[snes]

Going from memory, they're 1/4 turn, so probably ceramic? I guess that means a valve on each side.

Thanks for both comments, I feel a tad more confident now.

 

[Madrab]

Yup 1/4 turn on/off should be ceramic

 

[AGAS]

make sure you count the splines to get correct cartridge