We’ve
all experienced it before, the annoying and persistent dripping of a faucet
after you shut it off, or the leaking of water from the sides or bottom of the
faucet while it’s running. While you may be tempted to try and fix these
problems yourself each time, there are certain situations where a professional
plumber is required for plumbing repairs. In this blog post we will discuss
different types of faucet leaks and what you should do if you run across any of
these.
Leaky Faucet
A leaking kitchen faucet is not only an annoyance, but it can lead to water
damage and high-water bills. If you are looking to stop a leak yourself
it can typically be done without the assistance of a plumber. Leaks
are usually caused when the washer or seat assembly needs to be replaced, as the
faucet is not creating a strong enough seal to counteract the water pressure.
You will need to first shut off the water and then see if there is an obvious
issue. If you believe the washer or o-ring needs to be replaced, these are
items that can be found at any hardware store. If this does not help, a
complete replacement of your faucet may be needed. In this instance, we suggest
you give a call to your local plumber to see if they can assist in having the
leak fixed.
Dripping
Faucets
We all
know how annoying it can be hearing the constant dripping of a faucet. Aside
from the annoyance, a dripping faucet can send hundreds of gallons of water
down your drains each year adding to your monthly water bills.
Similar
to a leaking faucet, corroded or faulty washers may be the culprit of the drip and
will most likely need to be replaced to stop the problem. This replacement
process can typically be handled without the assistance of a plumber, however, if
the valve seat has also become worn or corroded due to added strain, you will
most likely need to call in a professional plumbing contractor to ensure the
issue doesn’t last any longer.
Installing A New Faucet
If you
have made the decision to simply buy a new faucet instead of fixing the leak or
dripping, you can typically install it yourself. You will need to turn off the
water and attempt to remove and replace the faucet. If you are having any
difficulties, there should be instructions with your new faucet that can guide
you. If you are struggling to have the faucet installed or would simply like
the help of a professional plumbing contractor, we are the team to call at Acme
Plumbing.
Acme
Plumbing is here to assist with all of your leaky faucet needs and is the 24-hour
plumber those in the Destin, FL area have come to trust for emergency plumbing
services, standard plumbing repair and more. If you need a residential plumber
in the near future, we ask that you give us a call to get started!
