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A Dripping Faucet Can Ruin Any Mood Saturday, March 12th, 3:00 AM
Palm Springs, CA plumbers want to talk about leaky faucet repair with homeowners

Palm Springs, United States - March 11, 2022 / KC's 23 ½ Hour Plumbing & Air Conditioning /

A Leaky Faucet Kills the Romance

February is the month for all things love and romance. Whether before or after Valentine’s Day, love is in the air. It’s time to take a night off for that special date night with a loved one. However, date night isn’t as romantic when the home has a leaky faucet somewhere. There is nothing like a constant drip from a faucet to ruin the mood of a romantic dinner or movie. Homeowners should have their sink repair done before their big date night this month to ensure the romance continues to flow! 

Below is all the information homeowners need to understand the dangers of a dripping faucet and how to fix it. Continue reading to learn more about the plumbing system

Dripping Faucets Lead To Dangerous Outcomes waterbill

It is never good to have water leaking into the home, even if it is leaking from the faucet. For starters, it inevitably leads to tons of wasted water. This is bad for the environment, but it’s bad for the homeowner’s wallet because all of the leaking water will lead to higher water bills. 

These things are bad, but the real danger lies within what happens if the problem isn’t fixed soon enough. Leaking faucets can lead to mold growth in and around the faucet and potentially underneath the sink. Mold growth is incredibly dangerous in the home, especially if it ends up in the drinking water. Don’t let a molding faucet ruin those date night plans! 

Why Does It Happen?

There are several different reasons why a faucet can start leaking. For one, the faucet could just be old and need to be replaced. Sometimes, it is better to replace a faucet early if it starts leaking rather than replacing any parts. 

That said, a few other causes of a leaky faucet are: 

  • Corrosion 
  • Damaged or broken O-ring
  • Defective gasket 
  • Defective washers
  • Broken or damaged cartridge 
  • Water pressure problems 

These causes are fairly easy to fix if homeowners hire a professional. The plumber will be able to tell them if it’s worth it to fix or if they should simply replace the faucet entirely. 

Different Ways To Fix It faucet

One of the most common causes of a leaky faucet is a damaged or broken cartridge. There are a few steps that professionals take to replace them. Depending on the type of sink a homeowner has, there are a few different steps to take, but for the most part, the replacement is generally the same. 

Here are the basic steps to replace a cartridge: 

  • First, turn off the water
  • Take off the handle covers
  • Remove the handles
  • Take off any nuts
  • Now, one can remove the cartridge
  • Remove and replace the O-ring
  • Replace the cartridge
  • Replace the handles and handle covers
  • Turn the water back on

 

KC’s 23 1/2 Hour Plumbing and Air Conditioning Care About Homeowners

KC’s 23 1/2 Hour Plumbing and Air Conditioning has 40 years of excellent service in the Coachella Valley area. They are about their community and offer 24/7 emergency services for those in need. Homeowners can trust they’re getting impeccable plumbing service in Palm Springs, CA when they call this company. Call today!

Contact Information:

KC's 23 ½ Hour Plumbing & Air Conditioning

702 Eugene Rd
Palm Springs, CA 92264
United States

Bruce Smith
(760) 327-8718
https://www.kcs23.com/

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