Kitchen Tap Replacement and Installation in Surrey
Replacing a kitchen tap is a common job, but it still needs care to make sure everything lines up properly and stays leak free. Old taps can seize, fittings can be awkward to reach and pipework can be unforgiving if rushed. We replace and install kitchen taps for homes across Surrey, removing the old tap, fitting the new one securely and checking all connections before we leave. Whether you are dealing with a drip or updating your kitchen, the job is handled neatly and with minimal disruption.
Book a Plumber to Change Your Kitchen Tap
Surrey Handyman provides a reliable kitchen tap replacement service for homes across Surrey. This is a plumbing job we carry out regularly, whether you are swapping a faulty tap or fitting a new one as part of a kitchen update. We arrive with the tools needed to remove the old tap, connect the new fittings properly and make sure everything is secure and leak free before we leave. Booking is straightforward, and we will talk through the tap type and access beforehand so the work runs smoothly on the day.
How Long Does Changing a Kitchen Tap Take?
If your kitchen tap does not have local isolating valves, turning off the water can sometimes be the most time consuming part of the job. Knowing where your main stop valve is and making sure it is accessible can help speed things up. This may be beneath the sink, outside the front of the house or in other less obvious locations, particularly in homes that have been extended over time.
If your stop valve is stiff or has not been moved for a while, spraying it with a penetrating oil before the visit can help. In most cases, we are able to free up exposed corroded valves if needed.
As a general guide, changing a kitchen tap usually takes 45 to 90 minutes, depending on access and the condition of the existing fittings. This allows time to isolate the water, remove the old tap, fit the new one and check everything is secure and leak free.
How much does it cost to Change a Kitchen Tap?
Fit Kitchen Tap
Approximately 45 to 90 mins
Monday to Saturday: 8am – 6pm
£98 first hour, minimum charge of 1 hour
£24.50 per ¼ hour thereafter
Payment
Secure & Simple
Payment Accepted by Card, Bacs or Cheque
You simply pay your Handyman at the end of the visit and you will receive a PDF receipt straight away.
Booking
Speak to a human
Call or Book online
You can book online or speak to our friendly booking office if you prefer to talk things through first.
Note: There is no VAT in addition to the rates above
What to Expect When We Change Your Kitchen Tap
Changing a kitchen tap is a fairly small job, but doing it properly makes a big difference to how well it works and how long it lasts. When your plumber arrives, the work is carried out carefully and methodically to avoid leaks or damage.
Isolating the water supply
The water supply is isolated either using local isolating valves or the main stop valve. If valves are stiff or awkward to reach, we deal with this carefully to avoid causing problems.
Removing the old tap
The existing tap is disconnected and removed, including old fixings and seals. Care is taken around worktops and sinks to avoid damage during removal.
Fitting the new tap
The new kitchen tap is positioned and secured properly, with all connections tightened and sealed correctly. Flexible hoses and fittings are checked to make sure everything sits as it should.
Testing for leaks
Once fitted, the water is turned back on and the tap is tested thoroughly. We check all connections for leaks and make sure the tap operates smoothly.
Leaving the area tidy
After the work is complete, we tidy the area under the sink and around the worktop. You are welcome to check the tap before we leave to make sure you are happy with the installation.
Other Plumbing Jobs We Can Help With
If you are booking a kitchen tap replacement, it is often a good time to deal with a few related plumbing jobs while we are on site. These are common requests that can usually be handled during the same visit.
We can also help with:
- Replacing silicone sealant around sinks, basins or baths
- Fitting local isolating valves where taps do not already have them
- Installing an outside tap when access is available from the kitchen
- Changing bathroom taps, including basin and bath taps
If you are planning more than one small plumbing update, just let us know when booking so we can allow enough time and talk through what makes sense to do together.
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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Your handyman confirms the time and keeps you updated along the way.
Respect for Your Home
Polite, tidy and careful at all times, with minimal disruption.
Jobs Done Properly
Quality workmanship from experienced handymen who take pride in the details.
Kitchen Tap Replacement FAQs
We are happy to fit a kitchen tap you have already purchased. If you would like us to supply the tap, let us know when booking so we can discuss suitable options.
We can fit most standard kitchen taps, including mixer taps and mono block taps. If you are unsure whether your chosen tap is suitable, we can advise before the visit.
It helps if the area under the sink is cleared so there is good access to the pipework. If you know where your main stop valve is, making sure it is accessible can also save time.
Older taps and fixings can sometimes be stiff or corroded. We deal with this carefully and can usually remove seized fittings without issue. If anything unexpected comes up, we will explain it before proceeding.
Yes. Once the new tap is installed, we turn the water back on and check all connections carefully to make sure everything is secure and leak free before we leave.
Yes. If your kitchen taps do not have local isolating valves, we can usually fit them during the same visit, making future maintenance much easier.
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 replace a kitchen 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.
