Shut off the water first, then take the tap apart and check the washer, O-ring, or cartridge. DOE guidance on water fixtures is straightforward: many leaky faucets can be fixed by replacing worn parts rather than replacing the whole fixture.
Worn parts are the usual cause, and replacing the right one normally stops the drip. If the faucet uses a ceramic cartridge, you need the right make and model because not every faucet can be retrofitted the same way.
The other useful test is to look at the drip pattern. A slow, constant drip usually points to a worn seal or cartridge. A leak around the base can mean the problem is higher up in the assembly or in a loose connection instead.
A reliable faucet washer kit is a small investment that makes this easier: faucet washer kit.
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