Faucet Repair in Little Rock, AR
Dripping, leaking, or wobbly faucet? Our licensed, background-checked plumbers in Little Rock find the worn part and fix it right. We're open Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM. Call 501-585-5454 to book your visit.
We take weekday visits from 8 AM to 5 PM. Call us to book a time that works for you. Our licensed, background-checked plumbers explain your options before we start any work.
How Does Faucet Repair in Little Rock Work?
- Call us to book a weekday visit.
- Our plumber shuts off the water under your sink.
- We take the faucet apart and find the worn part.
- We show you your repair and replace options.
- We swap the worn washer, O-ring, or cartridge.
- We turn the water back on and check for leaks.
- We test the hot and cold sides, then clean up.
Signs Your Faucet Needs a Plumber
| What you see | What it usually means |
|---|---|
| Drip from the spout after you turn it off | Worn washer, cartridge, or valve seat |
| Water around the handle | Loose or worn O-ring |
| Handle wobbles when you turn it | Loose handle that can't fully close the valve |
| Drip only when another faucet or shower runs | High water pressure |
Call us when you see any of these signs:
- A drip that keeps coming back after you fix it
- Water pooling at the base of the faucet
- Puddles or damp spots in the cabinet below
- A DIY fix that made the drip worse
- A drip that only starts when other fixtures run, since a pressure regulator is not a DIY job
Many Hillcrest homes were built between about 1890 and 1940. Older homes often still have two-handle compression faucets, which use rubber washers and tend to leak more than newer types. Shutoff valves that sat unused for years may not close all the way. Our plumbers find the real cause, so you fix the problem and not just the symptom.
Repair or Replace: We Help You Choose
| Your faucet | Our usual advice |
|---|---|
| Solid faucet with one worn washer, O-ring, or cartridge | Repair it |
| Valve seat too corroded to replace on its own | Replace it |
| Leaks keep coming back after repairs | Replace it |
If repair makes sense, we swap the worn part and keep the faucet you have. If replacement makes more sense, we tell you why and show you what we found. You make the call, not us.
Already picked out a new faucet? We install faucets you bought yourself. Bring us the one you like, and we handle the rest. If you are shopping, the EPA suggests looking for the WaterSense label to save water.
What to Do Before Your Plumber Arrives
- Turn off the water. Close the two shutoff valves under your sink.
- Watch the faucet. If it still drips with the valves closed, the valves may be worn.
- Clear the cabinet. Take out cleaning supplies and anything stored under the sink.
- Lay down a towel. It catches drips and protects the cabinet floor.
- Dry any wet spots. The EPA advises drying damp areas within 48 hours to help prevent mold.
When you call, a few details help us come ready:
- Where the water shows up: the spout, the handle, the base, or the cabinet
- Whether your faucet has one handle or two
- Whether your shutoff valves closed all the way
- Whether you already bought a new faucet for us to install
How We Fix Dripping, Leaking, and Loose Faucets
| Faucet type | How you can tell | What usually wears out |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | Two handles that take some force to shut off | Rubber washers and valve seats |
| Cartridge | One or two handles that turn off smoothly | The cartridge and its O-rings |
| Ball | One handle over a rounded cap | O-rings and spring-loaded seals |
| Ceramic disc | One lever on a wide, round body | Rarely wears out; this type lasts the longest |
Here is what we do for each problem:
- Drips from the spout: We replace worn washers, gaskets, seats, or cartridges.
- Leaks at the base: We replace the O-rings and reseal the faucet.
- Loose handles: We tighten the handle screw so it fully closes the valve.
- Wobbly faucets: We tighten the mounting nut under the sink and replace worn mounting parts.
We Check for Leaks Before We Leave
Before we leave, we:
- Run the hot and cold sides and watch for drips at the spout
- Check every connection, from the supply lines to the shutoff valves
- Look under the sink for slow leaks around fittings and gaskets
- Check the cabinet floor for soft spots, stains, or old water damage
We tell you what we did as we go, so you are never guessing about your own home. After we leave, you can check our work too. The EPA suggests reading your water meter before and after two hours of no water use. If the reading changes, call us.
Keep Your Faucets From Dripping Again
Inside your home:
- Fix small drips early, before worn seals damage other parts of the faucet
- Check faucet gaskets and pipe fittings under your sinks for water on the outside
- Unhook garden hoses before the first freeze
- Shut off and drain your outdoor faucets if they have an inside valve
- Cover outdoor faucets with foam covers, as Central Arkansas Water recommends
- Ask us about frost-free outdoor faucets
A frost-free faucet keeps its valve up to 18 inches inside the wall, away from the outdoor cold. When it is installed with a slight downward slope, the water drains out each time you shut it off (source).
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Common Questions
Not always, since small drips and loose handles are often simple fixes. Call a plumber when a drip keeps coming back or your shutoff valves won't close. A drip that only starts when other fixtures run may point to water pressure, which needs a pro.
Yes, we install faucets you bought yourself. Have the faucet and its parts on hand when we arrive. We handle the install and check every connection for leaks.
Your shutoff valves are likely worn and no longer seal. Older valves have rubber washers that harden over time. We can replace them with quarter-turn valves during your visit.
Yes, a drip wastes water and can damage your faucet and cabinet over time. The EPA says one drip per second can waste more than 3,000 gallons a year. Fixing it early often means a smaller repair.
Yes, we tighten the mounting nut under the sink and replace worn mounting parts. If the handle is the loose part, we tighten the handle screw so it closes the valve fully.
It depends on your faucet's age, condition, and which part failed. Faucets usually last 15 to 20 years. We show you both options, and you choose.
Why Local Matters
For Your Plumbing
Why Local Matters
For Your Plumbing
You could call a big national chain. They'll probably charge you more and send someone who doesn't know Little Rock. Local plumbers understand that homes in Pulaski Heights have different plumbing than new builds in West Little Rock. They know which neighborhoods have older plumbing prone to mineral buildup and which areas tend to have foundation shifts that affect plumbing.
When you call a local company, you get someone who answers the phone and can usually tell you right away what's probably happening and when they can get there. No automated system. No waiting on hold for 20 minutes.
Response times are better too. A local plumber is 15 minutes away, not coming from another city. If you've got a burst pipe or sewage backing up, those minutes matter. Plus, local companies know the city inspectors, understand Little Rock's specific codes, and can get permits processed faster. When you need plumbing work done right and done quickly, local is the way to go.
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