Faucet & Sink Services in Elk Grove, CA
A dripping faucet is small until you price the water: one drip per second is roughly 3,000 gallons a year. Faucet repair in Elk Grove runs $150–$350; replacing the fixture entirely runs $250–$600 installed, depending mostly on the faucet you pick.
Older two-handle faucets are usually worth repairing (cartridges, seats and springs). Modern single-handle units in the $80–$200 range are often cheaper to replace than to hunt parts for. Shower valves are the exception: a leaking shower cartridge is a normal repair, but replacing the valve body itself opens the wall — $500–$1,500 and squarely a pro job.
California's efficiency standards cap new kitchen faucets at 1.8 gpm and bathroom faucets at 1.2 gpm — every compliant fixture sold in Elk Grove already meets this, so scale in the aerator, not the standard, is what usually causes weak flow. Hard water in the Sacramento area makes cleaning aerators a twice-a-year habit.
What drives the price
- Repair vs replace
- Fixture price range (big spread)
- Under-sink shutoffs often replaced at the same time
- Wall access for shower valve work
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Is a dripping faucet worth a service call?
If a new cartridge doesn't fix it or you don't DIY: yes — a drip per second wastes ~3,000 gallons/year, and California water rates make that real money. Bundle several small fixes into one visit to get your money's worth from the service fee.
Why is my water flow weak at one faucet?
Usually a scaled-up aerator (unscrew and soak in vinegar) or a clogged cartridge — both minutes to fix. Weak flow at several fixtures points to bigger issues: pressure regulator, partially closed valve, or corroded galvanized pipe.
Can a plumber install a faucet I bought myself?
Yes, most are happy to — expect $150–$350 labor. Buy a known brand: plumbers will warn you that bargain no-name fixtures fail young and don't have replacement parts.
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