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Faucet, toilet and fixture repair and installation
A dripping faucet usually needs a new cartridge or washer, and a running toilet usually needs a new flapper or fill valve. We repair both, rebuild or replace tub and shower valves, and install new faucets, toilets and tub fillers in Denver Metro homes.
Fixtures are the parts of the plumbing you touch every day: faucets, toilets, showers and tubs. They wear out on a schedule of their own, and most problems come down to a small part that's failed. The trick is knowing which part, whether it can still be found, and whether the fixture is worth saving.
What we work on
- Kitchen and bathroom faucets. Drips, leaks under the sink, stiff handles, low flow, and new faucet installs. See faucet repair and replacement.
- Toilets. Running, phantom refills, weak flushes, leaks at the base, rocking toilets, and replacements. See toilet repair and replacement.
- Tub and shower valves. Cartridges, pressure-balancing valves, diverters, trim kits and tub spouts. See shower valve repair and replacement.
- Tub fillers, including floor-mounted fillers for freestanding tubs like the one pictured.
- Shower heads and hand showers.
- Shutoff valves and supply lines under sinks and behind toilets.
If you've already picked out a fixture, mention it when you book. Model numbers help us check what the install needs.
Repair or replace?
Most quality faucets and valves are designed to be rebuilt. A new cartridge, O-rings or seat washers can make a twenty-year-old faucet feel new. Replacement makes sense when the body is corroded or cracked, parts are discontinued, the finish is worn through, or you simply want a different look or function.
Toilets are similar. Flappers, fill valves, flush valves and wax rings are inexpensive and fix most problems. A cracked tank or bowl, or a very old toilet that uses far more water than a new one, is a reason to replace.
Why small leaks are worth fixing
EPA WaterSense estimates that household leaks can waste nearly 10,000 gallons of water a year, and that a faucet dripping once per second can waste more than 3,000 gallons a year on its own. A running toilet can be worse, because it often runs silently. Beyond the bill, slow leaks wear parts faster and can damage cabinets and floors over time.
Want to check things yourself first? Read what to do about a dripping faucet or running toilet.
Signs you need fixture repair
- A faucet that drips after you shut it off
- A toilet that runs, hisses or refills on its own
- Water on the floor around the base of a toilet
- A shower that swings hot and cold when someone uses water elsewhere
- Handles that are stiff, loose or hard to turn off
- Weak flow from a faucet or shower head
- Shutoff valves under the sink that won't turn or that drip
How a visit goes
- Tell us the fixtureWhat it is, what it's doing, and the brand if you can see it. A photo of the fixture or the handle is especially useful for valves.
- Shutoffs firstWe check the shutoff valves before taking anything apart. Old valves that haven't been turned in years sometimes fail when they finally are, and it's better to know up front.
- Repair or replaceMany faucets and valves can be rebuilt with a cartridge. Some are worn out or the parts are no longer made. You'll hear both options.
- Test and clean upWe run the fixture, check for leaks underneath, and make sure everything shuts off the way it should.
What's different here
- Mineral buildup. Minerals in the water collect in aerators, shower heads and cartridges. Low flow and stiff handles are often scale, not a broken part.
- Cold snaps. Fixtures on exterior walls, like a kitchen sink under a window, are where supply lines are most likely to freeze. Opening the cabinet doors on the coldest nights lets warm air in.
- Older homes. Many metro homes still have their original shutoff valves. If they're seized, replacing them along with the fixture saves a second visit later.
- Older shower valves. Two-handle valves in mid-century homes usually lack pressure balancing, which is why showers in those homes swing hot and cold.
What affects the cost
Every home is set up differently, so we price the job after we've seen it. These are the things that move the number.
- Repair vs. replaceA cartridge or flapper costs less than a new fixture.
- Parts for older fixturesDiscontinued valves and faucets can be harder to find parts for.
- Access to the valveTrim and cartridges come out from the front. Replacing a valve body may need access through tile or from behind the wall.
- Shutoffs and supply linesWhether they're in good shape or need replacing too.
- Toilet flange conditionA rocking or leaking toilet sometimes means the flange underneath needs work.
- Fixture typeFloor-mounted tub fillers need supply lines run under the floor.
More about faucets, toilets & fixtures
Questions we hear
Why does my toilet keep running?
Usually the flapper isn't sealing, the fill valve isn't shutting off, or the float is set too high. All three are common, inexpensive parts. See toilet repair and replacement.
Can a dripping faucet be repaired, or does it need replacing?
Most can be repaired with a new cartridge, washer or seals. If the faucet body is corroded, parts aren't available, or you've wanted a new one anyway, replacement makes sense.
Why does my shower turn hot or cold when someone flushes?
Your shower valve isn't balancing pressure, or it doesn't have a pressure-balancing feature at all. A worn cartridge is often the cause. Older valves may need to be replaced to fix it fully.
Can you replace a shower valve without tearing out tile?
The trim and cartridge can usually be replaced from the front with no tile work. Replacing the valve body itself needs access, either through the tile or from the other side of the wall, such as a closet. We'll look at the options with you.
Do you install freestanding tub fillers?
Yes. Floor-mounted fillers need hot and cold supply lines run up through the floor, so they're easiest to plan before the finished flooring goes in.
How much water does a dripping faucet waste?
EPA WaterSense says a faucet dripping once per second can waste more than 3,000 gallons a year. Fixing it is usually a small job.
Should I replace old shutoff valves?
If they're seized, corroded or drip when turned, yes, especially before other fixture work. A shutoff that won't close is no help in an emergency.
Related services
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Leak & Pipe Repair
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Faucets, Toilets & Fixtures near you
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