Brass tap screw giving problems

[The Plumber Guy]

Hi all,

I've got to replace a washer on a leaking sink tap but the screw I need to remove is stuck fast and I'm going to wreck the head if I'm not careful. Any ideas on how to get it out without taking the tap out? Ar there screw removal tools you can buy for such small screws? Many thanks.

 

[dontknowitall]

Try undoing the shroud without bothering with the handle. If you have a thin wrench this will slip under and you'll be able to undo the main nut of the tap. The last taps I tackled I didn't even bother trying to remove the handle.