Dripping faucets can be annoying and frustrating, especially if left untreated. From constant drips keeping you up at night to the stress put on your bank account, it is imperative to remedy any sink leak in your Los Angeles home. Otherwise, a leaky sink faucet with minor dripping could transform into a nightmare sink repair.
If you continuously hear water dripping or see pools of water around the faucets in your Los Angeles home, contact Reckon & Reckon Plumbing for a FREE sink repair estimate.
Our plumbing experts will not only save you time and money, but you’ll also have peace of mind that the job was done right the first time.
To get more information on faucet and sink repair and installation in Los Angeles, call us at (818) 659-0429 or Contact Us for a free quote on getting your faucet and sink fixed today.
Common Causes of Sink and Faucet Problems
A leaking sink faucet is one of the most common plumbing issues faced by homeowners.
Faucets are used more than any other fixtures or appliances in the home, and unless extreme, leaks often go unnoticed. Unfortunately, this could lead to wasting the precious resource that is water, in addition to wasting hundreds of dollars of your hard earned money.
As a homeowner, it is wise to pay attention to small things, like water leaks and drips. Although you may not have in-depth training in plumbing, there are various causes of faucet problems to be aware of, which include:
- Worn or Damaged Components
The type of faucet you have will likely determine which component needs to be replaced or repaired. The four types of faucets include compression, cartridge, ball, and ceramic disk. Components that are subject to repair are rubber washers, O-rings, inlet and outer seals, and valve seats.
- Unsecured Parts
Just like any other fixture or appliance, parts become loose with prolonged use. The same goes for faucets. Within a faucet, all the pieces are interdependent. That said, if one part becomes loose, others will follow resulting in leaks and/or disruptions to the water flow.
- Damaged Piping
With time and use, fittings become slack, and cracks and holes form in the piping, which causes slow, but steady water leakage.
- Improper DIY Faucet Installation or Repairs
Nothing short of a headache, installing or repairing a faucet yourself may result in plumbing leaks due to loose connections, valves, and screws; under or over-tightening of seals; and damaged pipes from mishandling.
- Sediment Buildup
Sediment and mineral deposits can wreak havoc on pipes, valves, seals, and other internal mechanisms of a faucet. This causes corrosion, cracking, and crumbling, leading to dripping, leaking, and decreased water pressure.
How to Fix Leaky Faucets and Sinks
Unfortunately, a leaky faucet can be a result of any number of things. The good news – they all can be fixed in most cases. Some may involve a minor repair, while others may require a full-on new installation. Let’s take a look at the solutions relative to the issues discussed above:
- Worn or Damaged Components
Whether a bathroom or kitchen faucet, the internal hardware components of a faucet must be in working order. Replacing tattered washers, loose O-rings, and cracked seals is a must, and can be repaired by a licensed plumber or a DIYer with plumbing know-how.
- Unsecured Parts
Loose, unsecured pipes, valves, clamps, spouts, and knobs will no doubt disrupt your water flow, if not cause significant leakage. Depending on the severity of the situation, contact Reckon & Reckon for a free estimate. We specialize in both sink faucet repair and new faucet installation in Los Angeles.
- Damaged Piping
As an integral part of your water system, damaged piping should be evaluated and repaired by a professional, whether a kitchen sink repair or a bathroom sink faucet repair.
- Improper DIY Faucet Installation or Repairs
To avoid headaches and pricey repair costs down the line, we suggest leaving faucet installation to the professionals. Our Reckon & Reckon Plumbing team has decades of experience in kitchen faucet installation, bathroom sink installation, as well as kitchen sink installation.
- Sediment Buildup
Removing sediment from your faucet is relatively easy. On the one hand, there are treatments and chemicals available for such purposes. On the other, disassembling your faucet may be necessary, in which case you should consider consulting with a professional.
Why Hire a Plumber
Water leaks, defective faucets, and all other plumbing issues should never be ignored. The longer you wait to address symptoms, the worse your problem could become. What comes next is frustration, ruined fixtures, appliances, and a smaller bank account.
To avoid any turmoil, we suggest consulting with a professional plumber in Los Angeles, even if you’re confident in tackling plumbing issues on your own. Of course, there are pros and cons to hiring a professional, but there is never any harm in a second opinion.
Pros:
- We save you money
- Our repairs and installations are guaranteed
- Your homeowner’s insurance and warranties are effective, as most require services by professionals
- Our service professionals are available 24/7, with emergency services
- We are licensed and bonded per Los Angeles and California laws and regulations
Cons:
- Most expensive than doing it yourself or hiring someone unqualified…but it is well worth it in the long run
Why Choose Us
Reckon & Reckon Plumbing has been serving areas of Los Angeles, including Van Nuys, Santa Clarita, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, Glendale, and all over the city for nearly a century.
Our team is equipped with the knowledge and expertise to repair, install, and provide solutions for all your plumbing needs. We specialize in all areas, from residential homes and commercial properties to restaurants and condominiums.
Whether you’re looking to have your existing faucet repaired, or to get a new faucet installed, you’re in good hands. We offer a broad package of services including faucet repair, kitchen, and bathroom sink repair, water leak detection, and new faucet and sink installation, just to name a few. We have experience with all types of faucets, so whether you’re looking at a traditional faucet, a commercial dishwashing faucet, or even a newer hands-free faucet, we guarantee we’ll get the job done right.
Offering quality, around the clock service, the Reckon & Reckon Plumbing team is prepared to ensure your water system is in top-notch shape by tackling your most dire plumbing needs.
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