A dripping tap is easy to ignore, but it wastes water and usually gets worse. Older taps often need new washers or seats, while modern mixers use cartridges that wear over time.
A4plumbing repairs and replaces kitchen, bathroom, laundry and outdoor taps, as well as shower heads, mixers and other fixtures. Coastal homes can see faster wear on fixtures, and we can advise on durable replacements.
Common problems we help with
- Dripping spouts
- Leaking from the tap handle or base
- Stiff or loose mixer handles
- Low flow from a single tap
- Leaking outdoor garden taps
Signs you should call a plumber
How the job works
- 1
Identify the tap type
Washer, ceramic disc or cartridge mixer.
- 2
Repair
Replace washers, seats, O-rings or cartridges.
- 3
Or replace
Where parts aren't available or the tap is worn out, we fit a suitable new one.
What affects the cost?
Every job is different, so we don't publish fixed prices. We'll explain the costs before work begins. Factors include:
- Tap style and brand
- Availability of parts
- Wall-mounted vs bench-mounted
- Number of taps
Prevention and maintenance tips
- Turn taps off gently
- Clean aerators to remove build-up
- Fix drips early
Questions customers ask
Is it worth repairing an old tap?
Often yes for quality taps with available parts. For worn-out or discontinued mixers, replacement can be better value.