Faucet, Toilet and Fixture Repair and Installation
A dripping tap, a toilet that keeps running or a shower that will not stay hot are small problems with a habit of getting bigger. Water wasted slowly adds up, and a worn valve can fail without warning.
Common cartridges, flappers, supply lines and shutoff valves ride along with the plumber dispatch sends. Many fixture jobs finish in a single visit when those parts are on the truck.
- Licensed and insured plumbers
- Same-day service when available
- 24/7 emergency dispatch
Faucet repair: drips, leaks and weak flow
A faucet drips when an internal seal, washer or cartridge wears out. The fix is usually a replacement part, not a new faucet. The plumber shuts the supply, removes the handle, swaps the worn piece and tests the flow.
Weak flow often comes from mineral buildup in the aerator at the spout tip. Unscrewing the aerator and rinsing it is a quick check you can try before calling. If flow is still weak, the supply line or the shutoff valve may be restricted.
| Symptom | Likely part |
|---|---|
| Steady drip from the spout | Cartridge, seat or washer |
| Leak around the handle | O-ring or packing nut |
| Water under the sink | Supply line or a drain connection |
| Weak or uneven flow | Aerator or partly closed valve |
Which bathroom sink and vanity problems can a plumber fix?
Most of them. A plumber repairs drips, replaces faucets, reconnects drains and swaps leaking supply lines. A vanity top that has loosened from its base, or a basin that has cracked, may mean the whole sink is replaced.
Slow drains under a bathroom sink are usually hair and soap in the trap. Cleaning the trap is simple, but a repeating clog suggests the drain line itself needs attention, which belongs on the drain page.
When a vanity is replaced, the plumber disconnects the old supply and drain, sets the new unit and tests every joint. Ask that shutoff valves be renewed at the same time, since old valves often fail the first time they are turned.
Kitchen sink faucets, sprayers and basins
Kitchen sinks work harder than any other fixture. A pull-out sprayer hose can crack, a basin strainer can leak, and a faucet that is used all day wears out its cartridge faster than a guest bath tap.
Check the cabinet under the sink for dampness. A wet cabinet floor often means a slow leak from a supply line or the drain connection. The leak may not show on the countertop, so look and feel underneath at least once a month.
New faucets arrive with different mounting systems. The plumber matches the hole count in your sink and the supply connections, and installs a shutoff where one is missing.
Toilet overflowing or tap that will not shut
Close the valve under the fixture and call. A plumber serving your area can be sent day or night.
Shower valve, shower head and leak repair
A shower that goes cold, drips after shutoff or runs with weak pressure points to a valve cartridge or a clogged head. Replacing the cartridge restores the temperature mix. Descaling or replacing the head restores the spray.
Leaks behind a shower wall are different. A stain on the ceiling below or a soft spot at the wall base suggests water escaping from the valve body or a failed connection. Opening the wall is sometimes required, and a plumber coordinates with the finish trades.
- Cold water only: check the cartridge or the mixing valve
- Drip after shutoff: worn cartridge or seat
- Weak spray: mineral buildup in the head
- Stain below the shower: valve or pipe leak, call promptly
Bathtub faucet, drain and overflow repair
Tubs leak in three common places: the spout, the handle valve and the drain overflow. A spout that drips after the water is off needs a new cartridge or diverter. A tub that drains slowly may have a failing stopper mechanism or a partial clog.
The overflow gasket sits behind the cover plate and can leak into the wall or ceiling beneath. Plumbers test it by filling the tub to the overflow and watching for seepage.
If the tub is being replaced, the drain, overflow and supply lines are all renewed so the new unit is not tied to aging parts.
Should I replace or install a new toilet?
Replace a toilet when the bowl is cracked, the tank leaks from the shell, or repeated repairs have not held. A toilet that rocks, or a stain at the base, can mean a failed wax ring and flange, and that repair can usually be done without a new fixture.
Installing a new toilet means setting a fresh wax ring, bolting the bowl to the flange, connecting the supply and testing for leaks. The plumber checks that the flange is solid and level before setting anything.
Bring the rough-in distance into the conversation: the measurement from the wall to the drain center decides which models fit.
Remodeling a bath or kitchen
New fixtures need correct rough-in and shutoffs. Call to book a plumber to plan the work.
Toilet repair: running, clogged and weak flush
A running toilet wastes water around the clock. The usual causes are a worn flapper, a misadjusted fill valve or a bent chain. All are quick repairs.
A weak flush can come from clogged rim jets, a low tank water level or a partial blockage. A toilet that clogs often may have a problem beyond the bowl, and repeated trouble in several fixtures suggests a drain line issue. See the drain cleaning visit for that.
If a toilet overflows, close the valve behind it, stop adding water and call.
Shutoff valves, remodel rough-in and specialty fixtures
Shutoff valves under sinks and behind toilets are small parts that fail quietly. A valve that will not turn or leaks at the stem should be replaced, ideally before an emergency forces the issue.
Remodels need correct rough-in: the positions of drains and supplies in the wall and floor. A plumber moves them where needed, confirms slope on drains and sets new shutoffs. Specialty installs such as bidet seats, outdoor hose bibs, pot fillers, a wet bar sink, an ADU bathroom, a laundry room or a tub-to-shower conversion follow the same rules: correct supply, correct shutoff, and a leak test. A toilet relocation moves the drain, so the slope and venting are checked first, and a dual-flush toilet is set like any other once the rough-in fits.
Appliance hookups for a dishwasher, washer or ice maker also fall under this work. Angle stops, the small valves on each supply line, are replaced at the same visit.
Fixture repair questions
Should I repair or replace a leaking faucet?
Repair it when the faucet body is sound and only the cartridge or seal has worn. Replace it when the body is corroded, parts are no longer made, or you want a different style. A plumber can tell you which applies after a quick look.
What do I do about a running toilet?
Lift the tank lid and look at the flapper and the fill valve. If either looks worn, a replacement part usually solves it. Close the valve behind the toilet to stop the waste while you wait for the plumber.
Can a plumber install a new bathroom sink or vanity?
Yes. The plumber disconnects the old unit, sets the new one, connects supply and drain and tests every joint.
Why is my shower water going cold or weak?
A worn cartridge or clogged head is the usual cause. A cold-only shower can also point to the water heater, so check hot water at other taps first.
Fixture leaking or not working
Dispatch answers at every hour, and a licensed and insured plumber serving your area can fix or replace it.
- Licensed and insured plumbers
- Same-day service when available
- 24/7 emergency dispatch