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Faucet Repair & Installation
A dripping faucet is more than just an annoying sound that keeps you awake at night; it's a steady drain on your water bill. A faucet that drips just once per second can waste over 3,000 gallons of water a year. Modern faucets are precision engineered with ceramic disc cartridges, but hard water, heavy use, and time eventually wear down the internal seals, leading to leaks around the base or directly from the spout.
Whether you need a simple cartridge replacement for your bathroom sink or want to upgrade your kitchen to a modern, pull-down touchless faucet, professional service ensures a perfect result. Improper DIY installation often leads to stripped supply lines, hidden leaks inside the vanity cabinet, or wobbly fixtures. We use high-quality parts and ensure every connection is watertight and securely mounted.
Signs You Need Faucet Repair & Installation
- A constant drip from the spout even when the handles are completely shut off.
- Water pooling around the base of the faucet on the countertop.
- The handle feels stiff, grinds, or is difficult to turn on and off.
- Squealing or whistling noises when the water is running.
- Water spraying unevenly or with very low pressure from the aerator.
Our Process
Water Shutoff
The angle stops beneath the sink are turned off to safely isolate the fixture.
Disassembly and Diagnosis
The handle is removed to inspect the cartridge, seats, and springs for wear or mineral buildup.
Repair or Replacement
The faulty components are swapped out. If replacing the whole unit, the old faucet is unbolted and the sink deck is cleaned.
Testing
The water is restored, and the fixture is tested for smooth operation, proper flow, and zero leaks under the sink.
What Affects the Cost
- Whether the faucet can be repaired with a new cartridge or needs total replacement.
- The brand and model of the replacement fixture.
- The condition of the shutoff valves under the sink (old valves often break and require replacement at the same time).
- The complexity of the installation (e.g., touchless electronic faucets require electrical connections).
✓ Safe to DIY
- Unscrewing the aerator at the tip of the spout and soaking it in vinegar to remove mineral buildup.
- Checking the supply lines under the sink for any signs of moisture.
✕ Stop & Call Us
- Forcing corroded shutoff valves under the sink to turn; they will snap and cause an immediate flood.
- Using excessive force or large pipe wrenches on delicate decorative faucet finishes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is my faucet leaking from the base?
A leak at the base usually means the O-rings at the bottom of the internal cartridge have degraded, or the cartridge retaining nut has come loose. Water escapes the housing and runs down the body of the faucet.
Can all faucets be repaired?
Most high-quality faucets from brands like Moen, Delta, or Kohler can easily be repaired by swapping the cartridge. Cheap, unbranded faucets often do not have replacement parts available and must be replaced entirely.
Why is my water pressure suddenly low in just one sink?
This is almost always caused by a clogged aerator. Minerals from hard water or debris knocked loose in the pipes get trapped in the fine mesh screen at the tip of the faucet.
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