What you can safely check first
A couple of checks tell you what you're dealing with.
- Turn the handle firmly off. If it stops, the shutoff parts are wearing.
- Check whether it's the hot side, the cold side, or both.
- If it drips heavily, turn off the valves under the sink until it's fixed.
What might be behind it
More than one thing can cause this, which is why the plumber finds the cause first.
A worn washer, seal or cartridge. The parts that shut the water off wear with use, and then let a little water past.
An old or damaged faucet. When the body is corroded or parts aren't available, replacing the faucet makes more sense than repairing it.
How we fix it
We identify the faucet and check the worn seal or cartridge. If the body and connections are sound, replacing the failed part may be enough. We explain replacement only when damage, condition or parts availability makes repair a poor fit.
Depending on the cause, the relevant services are faucet repair or faucet replacement.
Where we fix it
Our plumbing shop is at 910 Cable St in Conroe. We also serve the surrounding towns. Check our plumbing service area and ZIP codesbefore requesting a visit.