You rely on your faucets every day, whether you need to wash your hands, brush your teeth, clean your dishes, or drink a glass of water, so it is essential that your faucets are in good working order. However, the fact that you use your faucets every single day means they are subject to regular wear and tear and other problems that you need a plumber to fix.
We have listed some of the most common problems that call for faucet repair or replacement:
- Leaky faucet- If your faucet is leaking, you should get it fixed as soon as possible to avoid wasting water. According to the EPA, a faucet that leaks one drop of water per second can waste over 3,000 gallons of water in a year. While you probably aren’t ignoring your leaky faucet problem for that long, you should still get it fixed sooner rather than later. It will help lower your water bill too.
- Leaky handle- A common problem that calls for faucet repair is a leaky handle. If water is coming out of your faucet handles, a plumber may need to replace a damaged O-ring.
- Low water pressure- Low water pressure is a sign you may need faucet repair. This problem may occur if you have an older faucet with an aerator, since the small holes can get clogged with dirt and other debris.
- Rust- If there is rust on your faucet, chances are there is rust inside of it too. Rusty water not only tastes strange, but ingesting high levels of rust can also cause iron poisoning, so you should get a plumber’s help to fix the problem.