Faucet problems we see
- Steady drip from the spout even when fully closed
- Water leaking around the handle
- Low flow from one tap only, often a blocked aerator
- A stiff handle or one that will not shut off fully
- Drips inside the vanity where the supply lines join
Repair or replace
Single-handle faucets use a cartridge that can be swapped; older two-handle taps use washers and seats. If parts for your brand are available and the body is not corroded, repair is the better choice. If the faucet is very old, badly corroded, or parts are hard to find, a new faucet can be the smarter spend.
- Identify the brand and the cartridge type.
- Shut off water and disassemble.
- Replace cartridge, washers or O-rings.
- Reassemble, clean the aerator and test.
Hard water in Peel
Mineral deposits shorten the life of cartridges and aerators. Soaking the aerator in vinegar every few months keeps flow strong. If deposits build fast, our hard water paper explains your options.
Tools, access and testing
| Tools we bring | Basin wrench, closet auger, cartridge pullers, wax rings |
|---|---|
| What we open | Toilet base, vanity cabinet, shower trim and valve body |
| What we test | Seal at the flange, fill and flush cycles, drips at shut-offs |
Where in Brampton we do this
We take faucet repair & replacement calls right across the city, including Downtown Brampton, Sandringham-Wellington, Bram East, Mount Pleasant and the streets around them.
Questions we get
Should I replace my shut-off valves too?
If they are old multi-turn valves that do not close fully, replacing them during a faucet visit saves another call later.