Fixing a Dripping Tap in Your Home
A dripping tap is one of those small problems that quickly becomes irritating, wastes water and can leave marks around sinks or baths. The cause is often a worn washer, cartridge or internal fitting, but the issue is not always obvious from the outside. We fix dripping taps in kitchens and bathrooms, and can also deal with shower valves that continue to drip when turned off, identifying the cause properly and carrying out a straightforward repair so everything works as it should again.
Book a Handyman to Fix a Dripping Tap
Surrey Handyman provides a reliable dripping tap repair service for homes across Surrey and nearby towns. We deal with everyday tap problems in kitchens, bathrooms and utility rooms, taking a practical approach to find the cause and carry out the repair properly. Since 2009 we have helped customers with clear communication, careful workmanship and tidy repairs that stop the drip and leave the tap working as it should.
How Long Does It Take to Fix a Dripping Tap?
Many dripping tap repairs can be completed in around 30 minutes, particularly where the issue is a worn washer or cartridge and access is straightforward. In some cases, the most time consuming part of the job is turning off the water supply.
Knowing where your stop valve is and making sure it is accessible can help speed things up. Stop valves are often under the sink, but they can also be located outside the property or in less obvious places, especially in homes that have been extended. If a stop valve is stiff or does not move easily, spraying it with a penetrating oil before our visit can help. We are also able to free up most exposed or lightly corroded valves as part of the job.
How much does it cost to Fix a Dripping Tap?
Fix a Dripping Tap
Approximately 1 Hour
Monday to Saturday: 8am – 6pm
£98 first hour, minimum charge of 1 hour
£24.50 per ¼ hour thereafter
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You simply pay your Handyman at the end of the visit and you will receive a PDF receipt straight away.
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Note: There is no VAT in addition to the rates above
What to Expect When We Fix a Dripping Tap
Fixing a dripping tap starts with identifying where the leak is coming from and making sure the water supply can be isolated safely. When your Surrey Handyman arrives, he will check the tap, locate the stop valve and talk through what is likely to be causing the drip before starting work.
Checking the tap and isolating the water
We inspect the tap to understand whether the issue is coming from a washer, cartridge or internal seal. Before dismantling anything, we make sure the water is turned off safely, either at the local isolation valve or the main stop valve if needed.
Dismantling the tap carefully
Once isolated, the tap is taken apart carefully to avoid damaging fittings or surrounding surfaces. Older taps and modern mixers are handled differently, and we work methodically to reach the faulty part.
Replacing worn parts
Dripping taps are often caused by worn washers, cartridges or seals. We replace the faulty components where possible, making sure the new parts are fitted correctly so the tap closes fully.
Reassembling and testing
After the repair, the tap is reassembled and the water supply restored. We test the tap properly to make sure the drip has stopped and that everything is working as it should.
Freeing stiff valves if needed
If the stop valve is stiff or partially seized, we can often free it up during the visit so it works more smoothly in the future.
A tidy finish
Once the repair is complete, we clean the area and leave everything tidy. You are welcome to check the tap and ask any questions before we leave.
Other Plumbing Repairs We Can Help With
If you are having a dripping tap fixed, it can be a good time to deal with other small plumbing issues during the same visit. We regularly carry out straightforward plumbing repairs and can often look at more than one problem if planned in advance.
We can also help with:
- Toilet repairs, including flushes, valves and running cisterns
- Shower repairs, such as valves, heads and rails
- Replacing or repairing leaking pipework
- Renewing silicone sealant around baths and showers
If you have more than one issue you would like checked, just let us know when booking so we can allow enough time and deal with everything properly in one visit.
Customer Testimonals
Great job and fair price!
I used Surrey Handyman today for the first time. A small job but I needed someone trustworthy and reliable and Mike was just that. Communication was also great. The price was fair and the finished job perfect. Thanks Mike.
Guildford, Surrey
Top Class Handymen
I’ve been using Surrey Handyman for nearly 4 years now and they’ve never let me down. As soon as they arrive they get on with the job and don’t play for time. Mike came yesterday and magically sorted out my door in record time! They also know exactly what they’re doing and do it well. Highly recommend.
Surrey
2 Mirrors hung and a new ceiling light fitting attached
Mike was very professional and did a fantastic job, I’m very pleased with the results One mirror was particularly heavy and I was worried about the plasterboard but Mike had the perfect tools to do the job and the wall is still in one piece! I would definitely book Mike again and certainly recommend him.
Guildford, Surrey
★★★★★
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Respect for Your Home
Polite, tidy and careful at all times, with minimal disruption.
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Dripping Tap Repair FAQs
A tap usually drips because an internal washer, cartridge or seal has worn out. Even if the tap feels tight, worn parts can still allow water to pass through.
Yes. We repair older taps with washers as well as modern mixer taps that use cartridges. We will identify the type of tap before carrying out the repair.
No. We can do this as part of the job. If you know where your stop valve is and it is accessible, it can help speed things up, but it is not essential.
If parts are badly worn or obsolete, we will explain the options before going any further. This may involve sourcing replacement parts or discussing a tap replacement if repair is not practical.
If parts are badly worn or obsolete, we will explain the options before going any further. This may involve sourcing replacement parts or discussing a tap replacement if repair is not practical.
Yes. Over time, a dripping tap can lead to staining around sinks or baths and wastes water. Fixing it early helps prevent further issues and unnecessary water use.
Yes. If you have other minor plumbing problems, such as a running toilet or small leak, let us know when booking and we can often deal with them during the same appointment.
Find your Local Plumber
If you need a reliable plumber to fix a tap, we work all across Surrey. You can book help in your area quickly and easily, with local handymen available in the main Surrey towns and nearby villages.
