Replace a kitchen faucet
Replacing a kitchen faucet is a good first plumbing upgrade. Shut off the two fixture valves under the sink first (our guide to shutting off water, power and gas shows how), open the faucet to release pressure, then disconnect the supply lines. The videos here install a single-handle faucet from start to finish, and finish with a leak test.
The hard part is the cramped space and a corroded mounting nut. Use a basin wrench, and keep a bucket and towel nearby. After you finish, run water for a minute and feel every connection with a dry paper towel. A slow drip under the sink is covered in fix a leak under the sink.
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