Warning Signs That You Need Faucet Repair Services

 

A faucet issue may look simple,  but a damaged faucet could be a tell-tale sign of more severe cases in your plumbing system. Experienced plumbers, aside from repairing or replacing damaged faucets, can also detect the problems that cause them. If you are a DIY plumber, you need to watch out for these things. You want to avoid ignoring more severe issues that may cause broken faucets. However, for the typical consumer, you need to watch out for the following signs to prompt a call to your professional faucet repair services:

Leaky Faucets:

Leaky faucets are one of the most common subjects of calls for plumbers. Though you may find the sound of dripping faucets annoying, they may signify an abnormally high water pressure along your plumbing line, which is a more severe issue. More straightforward causes of leaky faucets (click here) could be improper installation or damage among the faucet’s internal parts, such as the spindle or gasket.

Abnormally High Water Pressure:

Isolated cases of high water pressure in your plumbing system, as manifested by the water flow through your faucet, could be caused by improper installation. Another cause could be the intake valve being opened all the way through. However, an experienced plumber will make appropriate checks that might uncover more severe issues in your plumbing system.

Irregular Water Discharge:

Though you might be annoyed by your faucet splashing water abnormally, this does signify significant damage to your faucet’s internal parts. A hardened washer will cause turbulent water flow as it goes through the faucet. 

Squeaky Handle Sound:

A squeaky handle sound is something you might typically associate with aging faucets. As faucets age, the threads along the spindle will wear down, causing the squeaky handle sound as you turn them. Though not a severe issue yet, ignoring this may cause the water to leak through the handle once the other internal parts of the faucet fail.

Rust and Corrosion:

Another sign of wear and tear is rust. As the faucet ages, it will soon lose its rust protection. Aside from its unpleasant appearance, leaving the faucet as it is will lead to your water supply being contaminated by rust. Once a faucet shows signs of corrosion, it is time to replace them.

Molds:

Molds appear once the leaky faucet persists. Molds love stagnant water, and leaks in your faucet present ideal living conditions. Though cleaning the molds can remove them temporarily, these hardy creatures will persist unless you either solve the leaky faucet issue or have the faucet replaced entirely.\

Mineral Deposits:

You may typically detect mineral deposits on your fixtures. The mineral deposit signifies hard water coming into your water supply. These minerals will soon damage your faucet’s internal parts, such as flanges, stems, and gaskets. Though softening your intake water will permanently solve this issue, a faucet with mineral deposits needs replacement soon.

Leaking Handles:

Once the faucet leaks through the handles, it is a sign that your faucet has significant internal damage already. The water leaks through spindles which means it has worn down after years of use. Damaged washers and spindles could also cause leaking handles as they can’t keep out a low-enough pressure for the threads to prevent water from leaking.

Scratches and Cracks on Ceramic Faucets

Ceramic faucets are longer-lasting than stainless steel or GI faucets. Apparent scratches and visible cracks show that your ceramic faucets need replacement soon. However, even ceramic faucets erode over time.

Takeaways:

Though you might see a faucet as a small part of your plumbing system, a damaged faucet is not an issue you should ignore. A damaged faucet could only be a symptom of a more severe plumbing problem that professional plumbers can help you find. To prevent more serious plumbing issues from getting out of hand, you need the help of experienced plumbers who will look for the root cause of your broken faucets and may address these more significant plumbing issues within the same visit.