What Causes My Faucets to Drip?

 

Leaky, dripping faucets can be incredibly annoying and can cost a homeowner or business significant money by unnecessarily raising the water bill. There are many different reasons why a faucet may leak. Luckily, most of the reasons are easily repairable by a qualified plumber. A common reasons for faucets to leak is corrosion in the pipes the head to the faucet. Another common reason for a drippy, leaking faucet is when the O ring, a small piece of equipment that holds the handle to the faucet, is loose. This is a common problem that can happen simply by wear and tear on the faucet. It is very simple for a plumber to replace a worn out O ring and replacing an old O ring with a new one will instantly cause the problem to stop.

The washer is another common component of a faucet that can wear out over a period of time. Again, this is a relatively simple problem for a plumber to fix. Washers are simple pieces but many homeowners or casual repairmen will install them incorrectly while trying to repair a faucet. Even simple fixes require a skilled plumber to ensure that the system is working as smoothly as possible.

Most of the time, when a faucet is leaking, it is because there are worn out parts or they are loose. However, sometimes there can be even more serious problems with the plumbing and, for that, you definitely want a qualified, licensed plumber to examine the faucet. It will take a plumber to adequately inspect the pipes in a home or business to ensure there are no cracks. Cracks in the pipes can caused a faucet to leak. The important thing to remember is that a leaky faucet is not normal and there are is always an identifiable reason for why one might be leaking. Hiring a plumber to examine and fix a leak will save you money in the long run.

Is your Stuart home in need of a faucet repair? Call Allore’s Plumbing today at (772) 288-0998 for immediate solutions!