If it is a single or certain types of mixer tap, the washer may be worn.
If a single tap, a simple replacement will cure the problem.
Some mixer taps don't have washers (in the normal way) and will require a replacement of the whole valve unit within the tap assembly.
Davymac
July 2009
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