Most faucet problems trace back to a worn cartridge, a failing O ring, or mineral buildup from Aurora’s hard water working its way into the internal components. A drip that seems minor often points to a part that has simply reached the end of its lifespan rather than a defect in the fixture itself.

Our plumbers carry parts for most major faucet brands, so a repair can often be completed in a single visit. If the faucet is original to the home and parts are no longer available, we can pair this visit with our kitchen and bath team for a full fixture replacement instead.

• Persistent dripping: Usually a worn cartridge or washer rather than a full fixture failure.
• Low water pressure at the faucet: Often mineral deposits clogging the aerator screen from Aurora’s hard water.
• Handle that is loose or hard to turn: Points to a worn internal valve mechanism.
• Water pooling at the base: Suggests a failing seal that needs replacement before it damages the countertop below.

A few faucet issues come up consistently across Aurora, often tied to water hardness and fixture age.

Is a dripping faucet worth repairing or should I just replace it?

For most Aurora homes, repair is the more affordable first step, especially if the fixture is under ten years old and the body itself is not corroded or cracked. A cartridge or valve replacement typically resolves the drip at a fraction of the cost of a new fixture. Replacement makes more sense when the faucet is original to an older Original Aurora home and parts are no longer manufactured.

Why does my faucet lose pressure over time?

Aurora’s water carries a noticeable mineral content, and that mineral buildup gradually clogs the small aerator screen at the tip of the faucet along with internal passages. A simple aerator cleaning resolves many of these cases, though persistent pressure loss can also point to buildup further back in the supply line that needs a closer look.

Can a faucet repair be done the same day it’s diagnosed?

In most cases yes. Since our plumbers carry cartridges, O rings, and other common parts for major faucet brands on the truck, a diagnosis and repair can typically happen in the same visit rather than requiring a return trip to source parts.