Cashmere Trusts Cashmere Plumbing & Drains For Tap Repairs

What's Really Going On Behind That Dripping Tap?

A tap that drips from the spout is usually telling you the washer or ceramic disc inside has worn out, letting water seep past the seal every time the handle is turned. Left alone, that steady trickle can add a surprising amount to your water bill and, in older Cashmere homes, may lead to staining or mineral build-up around basins and baths.

Some problems are less obvious. A wall mixer that leaks behind the tiles, a flexi hose weeping under the vanity, or a stiff outdoor tap can all point to failing cartridges, corroded fittings or debris caught in the valve seat. If a tap is hard to turn, whistles when running, or the water hammers through the pipes when you shut it off, it's worth having a plumber take a look before a small fault turns into a burst pipe or water damage.

Commercial and rental properties face their own version of this problem, with timed-flow and sensor taps in busy amenities wearing out faster from constant use. Whatever the setting, catching a leaking or sticking tap early keeps repairs simple and affordable.