Ottawa residential plumbing
Faucet Repair in Ottawa
Dripping faucet, loose handle, low flow, or water around the fixture? We check the faucet, supply, shutoff, and surrounding area before recommending repair or replacement.
Not sure where to start?
Start with what you are seeing.
You do not need the perfect plumbing term. Tell us where the issue is happening, what changed, and whether it is getting worse. We will help route the next step.
What you may be seeing
Faucet problems are usually visible. The cause is not always obvious.
A drip, loose handle, low flow, or water around the fixture can come from several different places.
Constant dripping
Usually points toward cartridge, stem, washer, seal, or internal fixture wear.
Drip from the handle
May involve cartridge, packing, O-ring, or handle assembly.
Water around the base
Could be fixture seal, faucet body, supply connection, splashback, or countertop/sink issue.
Low flow
May be aerator buildup, cartridge restriction, shutoff issue, supply restriction, or fixture age.
Loose faucet or handle
May need tightening, repair parts, or replacement depending on access and condition.
Dripping tub or shower faucet
Often valve or cartridge related and should be handled carefully around finished walls.
Diagnosis first
We check the simple causes before recommending the bigger fix.
A faucet problem does not always mean the faucet has to be replaced. Some issues are repairable with a cartridge, seal, aerator, supply connection, or tightening. Other times the faucet body is worn, parts are unavailable, or replacement is the better long-term option.
What we look for
- Where is the drip coming from?
- Is the issue hot, cold, or both?
- Are local shutoffs working?
- Is there hidden moisture under the cabinet?
Fixture clarity
Is it the fixture, the drain, or the water supply?
A faucet or toilet problem can look obvious until the cause is checked. The right repair depends on whether the symptom starts at the fixture, the supply, the drain, or a deeper system.
Fixture problem
The faucet, toilet, handle, cartridge, flapper, fill valve, seal, or visible fixture part is causing the symptom.
Supply problem
Clean pressurized water feeding the fixture is leaking, restricted, or not being controlled by a shutoff.
Drain problem
Used water is not leaving properly, or the fixture is backing up because of a local or shared drainage issue.
Bigger pattern
Several drains, floor-drain backup, sewer smell, or repeated clogs may point beyond a simple fixture repair.
Clear options
Repair it, replace it, or look deeper.
We do not force every home into the same answer. Once the issue is assessed, we explain the responsible options and what each one solves.
Repair it
Best when the faucet is in good shape and the problem is a serviceable component.
Replace it
Best when the faucet is worn out, corroded, loose, leaking from the body, or no longer worth repairing.
Look deeper
Best when water under the cabinet may not be from the faucet.
What to expect
What happens during a faucet repair visit
The goal is not just to fix the plumbing issue. It is to help you understand what happened, what was approved, what was done, and what to watch for afterward.
- 1
You tell us what you are seeing.
Where it is happening, when it started, and whether it is getting worse.
- 2
We ask pattern questions.
One fixture or several? Clean water or dirty water? Constant or only during use?
- 3
We inspect the relevant system.
Fixture, pipe, shutoff, drain, water heater, sump, or sewer path depending on the page.
- 4
We explain what appears to be happening.
Plain-English explanation, not scare tactics or jargon.
- 5
We give options where appropriate.
Repair, replacement, cleaning, inspection, or prevention path depending on the issue.
- 6
You approve price and scope before work begins.
No silent add-ons. No surprise scope shift.
- 7
We complete the approved work.
With protection for the home and care around finished areas.
- 8
We test, clean, and walk you through it.
The job is not done until the result is checked and the space is respected.
Pricing clarity
Clear options before work begins.
The service visit fee helps cover travel, time, and professional assessment. Once we understand the issue, we explain the options and confirm price and scope before work begins. If investigation changes the scope, we pause, explain the change, and re-approve before continuing.
Helpful guides
Helpful resources for this problem
These resources can help you understand the issue and reduce risk before the next step.
Questions homeowners ask
Questions about Faucet Repair in Ottawa
Can a dripping faucet usually be repaired?
Often, yes. A dripping faucet may involve a cartridge, washer, stem, seal, aerator, handle assembly, or connection. If the faucet body is worn or parts are not reasonable to source, replacement may be the better option.
How do I know if I need faucet repair or faucet replacement?
Repair may make sense when the faucet is in good condition and the problem is a serviceable part. Replacement may make sense when the faucet is corroded, leaking from the body, loose beyond a reliable repair, or no longer worth repairing.
Why is my faucet dripping after I turn it off?
A drip after shutoff often points to internal wear, such as a cartridge, washer, stem, or seal issue. The exact repair depends on the faucet type and condition.
Why is there water under my sink?
Water under a sink may come from the faucet, supply line, shutoff, trap, drain assembly, dishwasher connection, garbage disposal connection, or a hidden leak. It should be checked before assuming the faucet is the source.
Can low water pressure at one faucet be fixed?
Sometimes. Low flow at one faucet may be caused by an aerator, cartridge, shutoff, supply connection, or fixture issue. If more fixtures are affected, the cause may be broader than one faucet.
Can you repair shower and tub faucets too?
Yes, shower and tub faucet issues may involve cartridges, valves, handles, trim, diverters, or supply concerns. These repairs need care because parts may be behind finished walls.
Will you protect the sink, counter, and cabinet?
Yes. Fixture work should be done with care around finished surfaces. Protecting the work area, avoiding unnecessary mess, and cleaning up are part of the Gentlemen Plumbing standard.
Do you confirm the price before replacing parts?
Yes. We assess the issue, explain the repair or replacement path, and confirm price and scope before work begins.
Ready for the next step?
Fixture problem, supply issue, or drain symptom?
Tell us what the faucet or toilet is doing. We will check the likely cause, explain the options, and avoid rushing you into replacement unless it truly makes sense.