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Faucet Repair & Installation in San Diego

San Diego's hard water is brutal on faucet cartridges. A dripping faucet wastes 3,000 gallons a year. We fix or replace it on the first visit.

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San Diego's hard water, measuring 200 to 400 mg/L in most areas, degrades faucet cartridges, seats, and ceramic disc valves faster than soft-water cities. Mineral scale deposits build up inside the valve body, and the constant abrasion from hard water particles wears down sealing surfaces. The result is dripping handles, stiff operation, and handles that won't stop the flow. A dripping faucet wastes more than 3,000 gallons per year. Plumbing Pro San Diego repairs and replaces all faucet types, including ball, cartridge, ceramic disc, and compression designs, and we install new faucets in kitchens and bathrooms for all major brands including Moen, Delta, Kohler, and American Standard.

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Why San Diego Homeowners Choose Us

Licensed, insured, and experienced, here's what sets our service apart.

Hard Water Expertise

We understand how San Diego's hard water affects specific faucet components and stock common cartridges for the brands most affected.

All Faucet Types

Ball faucets, cartridge faucets, ceramic disc, and compression faucets, kitchen and bathroom. We identify the faucet type and use the right repair approach.

All Major Brands

Moen, Delta, Kohler, American Standard, Pfister, and others. We carry cartridges and parts for the most common models.

Supply Line Replacement

Corroded or cracked supply lines under the sink are a common source of slow leaks. We replace them as part of any faucet repair visit.

New Faucet Installation

Upgrading your kitchen or bathroom faucet? We install customer-supplied fixtures and can recommend quality options if you haven't chosen one yet.

How It Works

A straightforward process, no surprises, no upsells.

1

Diagnose the Drip

We identify the faucet type and the specific component causing the drip or malfunction. Ball valve seats, cartridges, and ceramic discs each fail in their own way.

2

Repair or Replace

We replace the failed component. For older faucets where parts are discontinued or repair cost approaches replacement cost, we recommend a new fixture.

3

Install & Test

New cartridges or fixtures are installed, supply connections are tightened, and we run full hot and cold flow tests before finishing.

Ready to Get Started?

Our licensed San Diego plumbers are ready to help. Call now for a free estimate, same-day service available.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about faucet repair & installation in San Diego.

Why do faucet cartridges wear out faster in San Diego?
San Diego water is classified as very hard, typically 200–400 mg/L. The calcium and magnesium minerals in hard water abrade the sealing surfaces inside cartridge and ceramic disc valves over time, and scale deposits build up inside the valve body, accelerating wear. Cartridges that last 15 years in a soft-water city may need replacement in 5 to 8 years here.
How much does faucet repair cost in San Diego?
Cartridge or ceramic disc replacement typically runs $150–$300 depending on the brand and whether the valve body needs descaling. Ball faucet seat and spring replacement is usually $100–$200. New faucet installation runs $175–$400 depending on fixture complexity.
Can you fix a dripping faucet without replacing the whole faucet?
Usually, yes. Most dripping faucets are fixed by replacing a cartridge, ceramic disc, ball valve seat and spring, or rubber washer. The faucet body itself rarely fails. We replace only what needs replacing.
What brands of faucets do you work with?
We repair and install Moen, Delta, Kohler, American Standard, Pfister, Grohe, and most other brands sold in San Diego. We carry cartridges for the most common Moen and Delta models on our trucks.
My faucet handle turns but the water won't shut off. What's wrong?
A handle that spins without stopping the water typically means the cartridge has failed and the stem can no longer engage the seat properly. The cartridge needs to be replaced. This is a straightforward repair in most cases.

Serving These San Diego Communities

We provide faucet repair & installation throughout San Diego County.

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