Faucet Repair and Installation in North York

Repair first

Many faucets can be repaired. Single-handle faucets use a cartridge that wears out over time. Two-handle faucets use washers or ceramic discs. Replacing these stops most drips and stiff handles without replacing the whole faucet. Knowing the brand helps, though we can identify many by their parts.

• Dripping from the spout even when closed
• A handle that sticks, wobbles or will not adjust smoothly
• Puddles forming at the faucet base
• Leaks from the supply lines under the sink

When to replace

Corroded bodies, cracked spouts or discontinued models with no parts available are reasons to replace. So is a kitchen remodel, a new sink or simply wanting a pull-down sprayer.

Installation steps

1. Shut off the water and remove the old faucet and lines.
2. Clean the sink deck and check the shut-off valves.
3. Set the new faucet, seal it and secure it from below.
4. Connect braided supply lines and any sprayer hose.
5. Flush the aerator, test hot and cold and check for leaks.

Bathrooms and kitchens here

Hard water in Toronto leaves scale on aerators and cartridges. If your taps lose pressure, cleaning the aerator is a good first step. For full kitchen updates see kitchen plumbing, and for bathroom upgrades see bathroom renovation plumbing. The hard water guide explains scale.