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Leaky taps are notorious for disrupting peaceful nights and inflating water bills, making them a double trouble for homeowners. Just a single leaky tap can waste a staggering amount of water annually, translating into unnecessary expenses on your water bill.
At Upside Down Plumbing, we understand the urgency of fixing leaking taps to prevent water wastage and financial strain. Our team of skilled professionals specialises in tackling dripping taps promptly and efficiently. Whether it’s a hot or cold water tap that’s causing trouble, we’re equipped with the expertise to resolve the issue effectively.
If you’re hesitant about attempting a DIY fix or simply lack the confidence to tackle the problem yourself, don’t hesitate to reach out to us. Let Upside Down Plumbing take care of your leaking tap woes, so you can enjoy peace of mind and savings on your water bill.
Why is My Tap Leaking?
Considering the intricate design of taps, there are numerous potential factors contributing to a leak. A standard tap, commonly found in kitchens, bathrooms, or laundry rooms, comprises several essential components:
- Washer: Positioned at the base of the water pipe, the washer seals off water flow when the tap is closed. Due to friction, washers degrade over time, often becoming the primary culprit behind tap leaks.
- O-Ring: This component ensures a tight seal in the tap handle. If dislodged or damaged, it can lead to leaks over time.
- Cartridge: Responsible for regulating water flow and temperature, a worn-out or damaged cartridge can result in tap leakage.
- Spindle: Connects the tap handle and controls water flow. Wear and tear on the spindle can lead to leaks.
- Valve seat: Susceptible to corrosion and friction-induced wear, a damaged valve seat is another potential cause of tap leaks.
Additionally, factors such as the age of the tapware, excessively high water pressure, damaged plumbing pipes, or loose components can contribute to dripping taps.
Whether the issue lies with the tap spindle or the spout, Upside Down Plumbing contractors possess the expertise to diagnose the problem and implement the necessary repairs.
DIY Tap Leak Fix
If you’re adept at DIY tasks and feel confident in your ability to repair a dripping tap, you can follow these step-by-step instructions to address leaks in your bathroom or kitchen tap, once you’ve identified the root cause, such as a worn washer or O-Ring:
- Ensure you have a washer repair kit or a replacement part ready before you start the repair.
- Turn off the main water supply to your home. Open the tap you intend to fix to drain any remaining water. Once it’s drained, close the tap.
- Unscrew the button or screw securing the tap handle and remove it.
- Remove the cover plate, which may be secured with screws or adhesive.
- Unfasten and remove the stem from its position.
- Beneath the stem, locate the jumper valve. Remove it and replace the worn washer with a new one.
- While you’re at it, update the O-Ring by either loosening or cutting off the existing one and replacing it with a new O-Ring.
- Reassemble the jumper valve and stem (jumper valve first), and then return all other parts to their original positions.
- Turn the main water supply back on and test the tap to check for leaks.
However, if you’re unsure about handling the repair yourself and prefer to rely on the expertise of a professional plumbing contractor, Upside Down Plumbing is here to help.
Why Choose Upside Down Plumbing for Leaking Taps?
Our plumbing contractors are fully certified, insured, and undergo regular refresher training to ensure they maintain the highest level of skill and knowledge.
We’re here for you 24/7, every single day of the year, including holidays and weekends. Our commitment is to arrive at your home within one hour* of your call to fix your dripping tap swiftly.
At Upside Down Plumbing, our pricing remains consistent, regardless of the time of day you reach out. There are no additional charges for after-hours, weekend, or holiday jobs.
Equipped with state-of-the-art service vehicles stocked with essential tools, materials, and cutting-edge technology, we ensure optimal efficiency in completing your tap repair.
To ease the strain on your household budget, we offer flexible finance plans** for approved customers.
Rest assured with our 12-month workmanship warranty, providing you with peace of mind long after the repair is complete.
Additionally, every leaking tap repair job we undertake includes a Certificate of Compliance (when required), complying with Australian Government regulations and affirming that the work has been carried out by a licensed and accredited plumbing professional.
We Offer a Range of Finance Options**
When you’ve got a leaking tap, it’s really something that should be fixed straight away. However, these things usually happen at an inconvenient time for your household budget.
That’s why Upside Plumbing offers a range of finance options** for eligible customers. Your plumbing professional can take you through the easy application process on site and approval usually takes only a few minutes.
Then you can select a payment plan with one of our finance providers, Zip or Humm, and enjoy the convenience of making weekly, fortnightly or monthly instalments, depending on your choice of plan. Some options even accept a $0 deposit, which means you pay nothing upfront.
We also accept payment by cash, cheque, direct transfer and credit card (Visa, Mastercard or American Express).
Don’t hesitate to contact the dripping tap specialists at Upside Down Plumbing today.
