The Signs, Fixes, and Costs of Faucet Leaks

What Homeowners Should Know About Faucet Leaks

Drip. Drip. Drip. The sound of a leaky faucet plays over and over again. Though it’s a quiet sound, it can feel really loud at times. This is especially true at night. All the lights are off, the house is quiet, everyone’s trying to fall asleep, but the faucet dripping down the hall sounds like a thunderstorm rolling over the house.

Homeowners shouldn’t have to put up with a leaky faucet, and that’s why plumbing services are so important in a community; they make the lives of homeowners easier. In this article, homeowners can learn more about the many signs of leaky faucets and how plumbers can fix them. Homeowners can also learn to compare the cost of leaving a leaky faucet as it is against the cost of fixing it.

Signs That Homeowners Need to Hire Faucet Leak Services

There are many signs of faulty plumbing systems that communicate the need for faucet leak services. This includes more than just a dripping faucet, but other common sink problems that can lead to leaky sinks and other sink mishaps. Here are a few signs homeowners should pay attention to:

• Water Damage Under the Sink: Sometimes the leak is in the pipes under the sink rather than in the faucet itself. Check for any water damage below the sink as this is often a sign that the plumbing needs to be repaired.
• Rust and Mineral Deposits: Hard water is one of the leading causes of faucet damage. It’s tough on pipes and can lead to all sorts of plumbing damage including clogs or leaking faucets.
• Squeaky Handles: When turning the water on and off, listen for any squeaking noises in your faucet handle. This is often a sign that the faucet system is worn down and needs to be repaired or replaced.
• Spitting Faucets: The water coming out of the faucet should be a nice even stream. If it starts spitting water, there’s likely a clog or other issue with the screen that covers the faucet.

Plumbing Services That Fix the Problem

While there are a lot of signs telling homeowners that something is wrong with their faucet or plumbing system, it can be incredibly difficult to determine the exact cause. There’s rarely a straightforward answer for what it is and how to fix it.

Much of it depends on where the issue is located and the severity of the damage. Most homeowners simply don’t have the time to work out the details, spot the source, and implement a proper solution.

Hiring plumbing services allows homeowners to take a break and let the pros handle the situation. Plumbers have some pretty unique and high-tech tools that help them identify exactly where the problem exists and fix that spot, minimizing the damage to the rest of the home.

Understanding Faucet Leak Costs

Compared to other plumbing damage, like a burst pipe or failing sump pump, a leaky faucet can seem like a really small problem that doesn’t need to be fixed right away. Some homeowners think they can push it off for a little bit without anything bad happening. There’s some time to let things go, right? Not exactly.

A leaky faucet can cause significant damage and cause water bills to skyrocket. While fixing a faucet is not free, it will save money in the long-run by lowering monthly bills and preventing a plumbing emergency in the future.

About Towers Plumbing

Towers Plumbing has proudly served Salt Lake City and the surrounding area for over 75 years. They provide excellent care from the moment they take a customer's call and pride themselves on going the extra mile to educate customers on all their options.

Whether the plumbing job is large or small, the team at Towers Plumbing is dedicated to solving all residential or commercial problems with the solution best suited to meet their customers’ needs.