A dripping faucet is easy to ignore until the sound keeps you up at night or you notice the stain forming in the sink. Faucets wear out gradually: cartridges crack, seals and O-rings harden, and hard-water minerals build up inside. In Markham, where many homes are dealing with scale from untreated water, faucet problems often come from mineral deposits as much as from worn parts.
We repair all common faucet types in kitchens, bathrooms and laundry rooms. Our aim is to get your faucet working smoothly again and let you know whether repair or replacement makes better sense.
Faucet Repair Around Markham
Hard water is a common complaint around Markham, and faucets are where it shows first: white crust around the spout, stiff handles and aerators that clog so the stream sprays sideways. Cleaning the scale restores some performance, but minerals also wear the seals and cartridges inside, which is why hard-water homes often see faucet problems sooner.
Newer subdivisions tend to have the same builder-grade faucets throughout the house, and when one starts dripping, others are often not far behind. If several faucets in your home are showing their age, we can give you a price for repairing or replacing them together, which usually saves a separate visit.
For older homes with classic two-handle faucets, parts are often still available. We'll let you know what can be rebuilt before suggesting a new fixture, so you can keep a faucet that suits your home if you prefer.
If your water pressure is noticeably low at every faucet rather than just one, the issue is more likely in the supply lines or the main valve, which we can also check.
Before we leave, we'll run the faucet through its full range, check the supply lines and shut-off valves underneath and make sure the handle stops where it should. If we notice a supply hose with bulging or rusted ends, we'll point it out, because a braided line that fails under pressure can release a lot of water very quickly.
Signs You Need Faucet Repair
Call for faucet repair when you notice:
- Constant dripping. Usually a worn cartridge, washer or seal inside the faucet.
- Leaking around the handle or base. O-rings and seals have hardened or shifted.
- Stiff or loose handles. Mineral buildup or worn internal parts make handles hard to turn.
- Low flow from one faucet. A clogged aerator or cartridge often restricts flow.
- Temperature that's hard to adjust. The mixing cartridge may be failing or scaled up.
How We Do It
- 1
Identify the faucet
We determine the brand and type, whether cartridge, ball, compression or ceramic disc.
- 2
Shut off and disassemble
We close the supply stops and carefully take the faucet apart without damaging the finish.
- 3
Replace worn parts
Cartridges, seals and O-rings are replaced with matching parts wherever available.
- 4
Clean scale
We remove mineral buildup from aerators and internal parts.
- 5
Reassemble and test
We check for smooth operation, correct hot and cold and no drips or leaks.
Why Choose Markham Plumbing
Faucets from different manufacturers use very different internals. We take the time to identify yours and source the right parts, rather than forcing a generic fix or recommending replacement when a repair will do.
- All major brands
- Finish-safe disassembly
- Scale cleaning included
- Honest repair-or-replace advice
Faucet Repair FAQs
Is a dripping faucet worth fixing?
Yes. A steady drip wastes water over time and usually gets worse. The repair is often straightforward.
Why does my faucet drip after I replaced the washer?
Many modern faucets use cartridges instead of washers, or the valve seat may be worn. The faucet type determines the right repair.
Does hard water damage faucets?
Mineral buildup can wear seals, restrict flow and make handles stiff. A water softener helps protect faucets and fixtures.
Can you repair older faucets?
Often, yes. If parts are no longer available, we'll talk through replacement options.