Faucet Repair
Any faucet that drips, sticks or loses flow.
- Cartridges & O-Rings
- Ceramic Disc Resealing
- Handle & Stem Repair
From Phoenix to Tucson, Arizona faucets face hard water, desert heat and the odd frosty night. Call (888) 554-0426 and we connect you with an independent contractor who serves your area.
Call the number on this page, tell us your city or zip code and what the faucet is doing, and we connect you with an independent local contractor. Our service is free to homeowners. You agree on the price and timing with the contractor and pay the contractor directly.
Arizona water is some of the hardest in the country, and summer sun is brutal on anything outdoors. A faucet in a Phoenix subdivision faces different problems than a spigot in a Tucson foothills home. That is why we build local pages for each city, with the details that matter there.
Pick your city to read about the faucet problems we see most there, the neighborhoods we help, and what to ask a contractor. We are adding more Arizona cities over time. If yours is not listed yet, you can still call.
Very hard water, desert heat and homes from historic bungalows to new subdivisions.
Hard water, occasional frost and many historic and mid-century homes.
Hard water and many 1980s and 1990s homes now needing new faucets.
Hard water and many 1990s and 2000s homes with builder-grade faucets.
Hard water and busy family kitchens in newer subdivisions.
Hard water, hot summers and many family homes from the 1970s on.
Hard water, larger homes and plenty of designer faucets.
Hard water and newer northwest Valley subdivisions with lakes and golf.
Hard water, a big rental market and older homes near the university.
Moderately hard water and fast-growing newer neighborhoods in the west Valley.
Faucet problems differ across Arizona because water hardness, heat and home age vary. Hard water builds scale inside faucets. Extreme summer heat hardens washers and cracks plastic parts. Many homes are 20 to 40 years old, so original faucets and supply lines are wearing out.
Utility-reported data puts Phoenix in the very hard range and Tucson, Mesa, Chandler, Gilbert, Glendale, Scottsdale, Peoria and Tempe in the hard range. Surprise is moderately hard. Minerals leave white crust on spouts, clog aerator screens, stiffen handles and wear out cartridges. Hardness can vary by address and by source, so your own water provider can tell you more.
| City | Water hardness (utility-reported) |
|---|---|
| Phoenix | Very hard |
| Tucson | Hard |
| Mesa | Hard |
| Chandler | Hard |
| Gilbert | Hard |
| Glendale | Hard |
| Scottsdale | Hard |
| Peoria | Hard |
| Tempe | Hard |
| Surprise | Moderately hard |
Most of Arizona has mild winters, so freezes are uncommon in the big desert cities. Clear winter nights can still dip below freezing, especially in Tucson and on the edges of the Valley, and a hose left on a spigot can crack it. The bigger yearly stress is summer heat, which dries out rubber seals and hoses. Monsoon storms can bring dust and power loss.
Arizona has grown fast, so many homes are from the 1980s through the 2000s. Original builder-grade faucets, plastic supply lines and old shut-off valves are now wearing out. Many neighborhoods have HOAs, and many homes are rentals, so a repair may involve an association or a landlord.
Whatever the problem, there is a page that explains it. Each one covers signs, causes, what a repair involves and what changes the price.
Any faucet that drips, sticks or loses flow.
Drips, leaks at the base, and worn parts.
Sprayers, low flow, loose handles and leaks.
Sink faucet drips, stiff handles and leaks.
Tub spouts that drip and diverters that stick.
Shower valves that leak or will not shut off.
Hose bibs and spigots that leak or freeze.
Faucet will not shut off or water is spraying.
Swap a worn faucet for a new one.
Fit a new faucet the right way, start to finish.
Weak flow at one faucet. Find the cause.
New cartridge for single-handle faucets.
Remove hoses and cover outdoor spigots when a frost is forecast. In summer, shade hose bibs from afternoon sun, replace cracked hose washers and check for slow drips. Clean aerators every few months to fight scale, and know where your main shut-off is.
After a frost or a summer leak: Cracked fittings may only leak later. If you see water, shut off the main valve and call a pro. See our outdoor faucet repair guide and emergency faucet repair guide.
Ask for the contractor’s license number and proof of insurance, then check them yourself. Get the full price in writing before work starts. Ask what the warranty covers on parts and labor. The homeowner is responsible for confirming the license and insurance required for the work in Arizona.
We help homeowners across Arizona get connected with independent local contractors. We have local pages for ten large cities so far, and we are adding more. Coverage can vary by location and time of day, so call and tell us your address or zip code.
Yes. Utility data puts Phoenix in the very hard range, most big Valley cities and Tucson in the hard range, and Surprise in the moderately hard range. Minerals build up in aerators and cartridges and can cause weak flow, stiff handles and drips.
Not often, but clear winter nights can dip below freezing, especially in Tucson and on the Valley edges. Remove hoses and cover spigots when frost is forecast.
Yes. Heat dries out rubber washers and packing and can crack plastic fittings. Outdoor hose bibs and irrigation connections are the most affected.
A pro repair for a leaky faucet typically costs about $150 to $350. That is a typical range, and it varies by area and job. Parts are often low cost. Labor, access and the faucet type drive most of the price. Ask for the full price before work starts.
Ask the contractor for their license number and proof of insurance, then check the license with the state contractor licensing office. The homeowner is responsible for confirming the license and insurance required for the work. We do not guarantee any contractor’s license or insurance.
Call now and get connected with a local faucet repair pro. Free for homeowners.