Drips, Low Flow & New Fixtures
Faucet Repair & Installation in Dunedin, FL
Dripping spouts, stiff handles, weak flow and corroded outdoor spigots fixed properly, or a new faucet installed with fresh supply lines and valves.
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Coastal fixtures
What faucet repair in Dunedin, FL usually turns up
In a coastal town the faucet is rarely the only thing that has aged. The valves and lines feeding it have usually been through the same years.
Most faucet repair in Dunedin, FL starts with a drip or a handle that has gone stiff. Inside, the cause tends to be a worn cartridge or seal, sometimes helped along by the moderately hard municipal water, which leaves scale on aerators and moving parts. Replacing the cartridge often solves it in one visit.
The bigger issue in older Dunedin homes is underneath the sink. Corroded supply stops and old galvanized or chrome-plated supply lines restrict flow and can fail when disturbed. If we are replacing a faucet, we look at those at the same time so the new fixture gets full pressure and you are not left with a weak link.
Outside, salt air off the Gulf and St. Joseph Sound pits chrome finishes and corrodes hose bibs and outdoor shower valves. Those fixtures take more punishment here than in an inland town, so the material you choose matters.
Repair or replace
When to fix the faucet and when to replace it
Repair makes sense when
- The body is solid and the finish is in good shape
- Only the cartridge, washer or O-ring has worn
- Parts are still available for the brand and model
- You like the fixture and it suits the sink
Replacement makes sense when
- The base or body is corroded or cracked
- It has been repaired before and is dripping again
- Parts are discontinued or hard to source
- You are updating the sink or countertop anyway
What we work on
Faucets and fixtures we repair and install
Kitchen faucets
Single-handle, two-handle and pull-down models, including sprayer hoses and leaks at the base.
Bathroom faucets
Vanity and lavatory faucets, pop-up drains and the supply stops underneath.
Tub and shower valves
Dripping spouts and worn cartridges, with more on our Dunedin shower and tub page.
Outdoor spigots and showers
Corroded hose bibs and outdoor shower valves replaced with parts that suit coastal conditions.
Shut-off valve upgrades
Seized multi-turn stops swapped for quarter-turn valves you can close quickly.
Signs
Signs your faucet needs attention
- A drip that continues after the handle is fully closed
- Water seeping around the handle or the base
- Flow that sputters or sprays sideways from the aerator
- A handle that wobbles, sticks or needs force to turn
- Banging or squealing when the faucet opens
- Stains or a damp floor inside the sink cabinet
From the blog
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Dunedin questions
Faucet Repair & Installation in Dunedin: common questions
Why do faucet finishes pit so quickly near the coast in Dunedin?
Salt carried in the air settles on metal surfaces and attacks thin plated finishes, especially on outdoor fixtures and in bathrooms with open windows. Solid brass bodies with quality finishes hold up much better than plated plastic. We can suggest options suited to coastal homes and fit them with corrosion-resistant supply lines.
Can you install a faucet I have already bought?
Yes. We install customer-supplied faucets regularly. Before we start, we check the sink holes, the valves under the counter and the supply lines, since those often need replacing in older homes. You get a price for the installation and any extra parts before the work begins.
Is a dripping faucet worth calling a plumber for?
A slow drip wastes more water than most people expect, and it usually gets worse as the seal wears. If you are comfortable shutting off the stops and swapping a cartridge, it can be a DIY job. If the stops will not close or the drip is at the base, call us for a free phone estimate at (941) 541-7473.
Do you also handle sink and drain problems at the same visit?
Yes. If the trap leaks or the sink drains slowly, we can deal with it while we are there and price it upfront. Our sink plumbing work in Dunedin covers traps, drains and venting in more detail. Handling the faucet, trap and stops together usually costs less than separate visits, and you approve the combined price before anything starts.
Have another question? Browse our plumbing FAQ or call (941) 541-7473.
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