Toilet Repair & Installation
Correct a toilet that runs, leaks, rocks or clogs, or set a new one in its place.
Fixtures and appliances
Emergency Faucet and Sink Repair in Mesa, AZ
A dripping faucet wastes water and a leaking trap ruins a cabinet. Most faucet and sink problems come from worn cartridges, mineral buildup or a loose connection. A faucet stuck open or a leak in the sink cabinet calls for the stop valve first, then a call to the all-hours line.
If a faucet will not shut off, close the valve under the sink.
Common faucet and sink problems
- Drips from the spoutA worn cartridge or seat lets water through.
- Weak flowA clogged aerator or a partly closed shutoff valve.
- Wet cabinetA loose trap, a cracked supply line or a leaking fitting.
Find the source of the drip
A drip from the spout points to a worn cartridge, washer or seat. A leak at the base points to an O-ring. Moisture under the sink can come from the supply lines, the trap or the faucet body.
Dry the area and put a paper towel under the pipes. The first spot that gets wet shows the source.
Low pressure at one faucet
If only one faucet is weak, the aerator is probably clogged with scale. Unscrew it, soak it in vinegar and rinse. If the whole house is weak, the problem is elsewhere.
A shutoff valve that is partly closed also cuts flow.
In Mesa
Scale, aerators and sun
Hard water leaves scale in aerators and on cartridges. The City of Mesa lists hardness near 12 to 16 grains per gallon, so expect to clean aerators sometimes.
Outdoor spigots in direct sun age quickly. Replace one that leaks at the handle before it fails.
Cost
What affects the price of faucet repair
Repair cost depends on the part and the access.
Ask if the old faucet will be hauled away.
Stuck or leaking shutoff valves
Older valves can seize or leak when turned. A plumber can replace them, which makes later repairs easier.
Do not force a stuck valve. A failed stem can start a leak you cannot stop.
Outdoor spigots
Hose bibs can leak at the handle or the pipe. A freeze on a cold night can crack the pipe behind the wall. Water inside the wall is the hidden danger.
Look for dripping when the hose is off, or wet spots on the inside wall.
Signs to watch
Signs a faucet or valve needs work
A drip is the cheap stage of a bigger problem.
Repair or replace the fixture
A worn cartridge can be replaced if parts exist. An old fixture with no parts is better swapped. Ask whether you supply the new faucet or the crew does.
Replacing the shutoff valves
While the water is off, it makes sense to replace old stop valves and supply lines. It costs little and avoids a second visit. If water is spreading, close the main valve first.
Price, emergency leaks and plumbing parts
Cost depends on the fixture, the parts and access. Same-day service depends on the schedule. If a supply valve has burst, see the burst pipe page.
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Common questions
Faucet and sink questions
A worn cartridge, washer or seat is the usual cause.
A clogged aerator is common. Clean it first.
Close the valve to it if you can. Water inside a wall can do damage.
Repair if parts are available and the faucet is in good shape.
It can be, since water keeps pouring into the cabinet or across the floor. Close the stop valve below the sink, or the house main, then call. A worn cartridge or failed valve is a frequent culprit.
Ask when you call. Many crews install customer-supplied fixtures.
It depends on the fixture and the parts. The dispatcher can explain how the visit is charged.
Yes. A plumber can replace a seized stop valve.
Yes. Describe where it leaks.
Faucet that will not shut off?
Turn the stop valve under the sink, then call. Tell the dispatcher what is leaking.