When a faucet or valve failure is an emergency
A drip is annoying. A fixture that cannot be shut off is a flood waiting to happen.
- A shutoff valve that spins freely or will not close.
- A supply line that has split and is spraying under a sink.
- A tub or shower valve that will not turn off.
- Water running inside a wall behind a tub or shower.
What to do while you wait
Close the nearest shutoff valve by turning it clockwise. If it will not turn, close the main water valve at the house and open a tap to relieve pressure.
Empty the cabinet, put a bucket under the leak and wipe up water so it does not soak into the flooring.
What is inside a leaking faucet
Most faucet drips are a worn internal part, not a failed fixture. Knowing the type tells us which part is wearing out.
| Faucet type | Common worn part | Typical symptom |
|---|---|---|
| Compression (two handles) | Rubber washer and seat | Drip from the spout when closed. |
| Cartridge (single or double handle) | Cartridge or O-rings | Drip from the spout or leaking at the handle. |
| Ball (single handle) | Seats, springs and O-rings | Drip and loose handle. |
| Ceramic disc (single handle) | Disc cartridge seals | Drip and stiff handle. |
The EPA says a faucet dripping once per second wastes more than 3,000 gallons of water a year. A small repair pays for itself.
Shutoff valves under sinks and behind toilets
The shutoff valves under sinks and behind toilets are used rarely, so they seize and leak when someone finally needs them. Mineral buildup keeps the stem from sealing, and the packing nut weeps.
We replace failed stops with new quarter-turn valves and new braided supply lines. Having a working shutoff at every fixture is the cheapest flood insurance a house can have.
Faucet or valve trouble?
Call the 24/7 line. We will help you stop the water and plan the repair.
Call (480) 741-9332Tub and shower valves, diverters and showerheads
A shower that will not shut off, runs hot and cold unevenly or leaks at the handle usually has a worn cartridge or valve. A tub spout diverter that fails sends water to the spout when it should go to the showerhead.
Replacing a cartridge is often possible without opening the wall. If the valve body itself is leaking, access panels or wall openings may be needed. A showerhead leak is usually a worn washer or a loose arm connection.
Slow sink and shower drains
A fixture that drains slowly is a faucet-adjacent call we get often. Hair and soap clog a shower trap, and food and grease build in a kitchen sink line. If a plunger does not clear it, see drain cleaning for what to expect.
Outdoor spigots and hose bibs
An outside spigot that leaks inside the wall when the hose is on, or drips when it is off, wastes water and can soak the wall. Replacing the faucet washer, the packing or the whole bib fixes most of them. Winter nights in Florence do reach freezing now and then, so exposed spigots deserve a look before cold snaps.
Repair or replace the faucet
A repair makes sense when the faucet is a decent model and one part has worn. Replacement makes sense when the finish is gone, parts are hard to find or the fixture is old enough that a new one will perform better.
We bring common cartridges and parts, and we install your faucet if you have already picked one. Hard water scale can shorten faucet life, so mention it if aerators clog often.
What faucet repair costs and what moves the price
You hear a price before the repair starts.
A cartridge costs less than a new faucet and installation.
Kitchen, bath, tub and outdoor fixtures differ in parts and access.
A seized stop often needs replacing before the faucet is serviced.
In-wall tub and shower valves can need an opening.
New braided lines are cheap insurance and are added during most visits.
Want your real number? Call (480) 741-9332 and tell us the fixture and what it does.
Code note: backflow protection at fixtures
The UPC and IPC require protection against backflow at fixtures, such as air gaps and vacuum breakers on hose bibs. A faucet or hose bib replacement should keep that protection in place.
Faucet and valve repair in Florence and nearby towns
We work in town, along Hunt Highway and at Anthem at Merrill Ranch, and dispatch also covers Coolidge and San Tan Valley.
For a leaking toilet connection, see toilet repair. For a fixture installed from scratch, see plumbing installation.
Questions about faucet repair in Florence
Yes. The line is staffed 24/7. A valve that will not shut off or a split supply line is treated as urgent. Close the main valve and call.
A worn washer, cartridge or seat inside the faucet is letting water past. Replacing the part usually stops it.
Yes. Most leaks are a worn cartridge that can be replaced. If the valve body is damaged, access to the wall may be needed.
Close the main water valve, then call. We replace the stop valve and the supply line during the visit.
If parts are available and the finish is good, repair. If the faucet is old, corroded or parts are scarce, replace it.
Yes. We repair or replace hose bibs, including those that leak inside the wall.