Faucet Repair
Any faucet that drips, sticks or loses flow.
- Cartridges & O-Rings
- Ceramic Disc Resealing
- Handle & Stem Repair
From Nashville bungalows to Memphis ranches, Knoxville Victorians and Chattanooga cottages, Tennessee faucets deal with humid air, moderately hard water and plenty of older plumbing. Call (888) 554-0426 and we connect you with an independent contractor who serves your area.
Tennessee runs from the Mississippi River in the west to the Appalachian Mountains in the east, and the three regions feel different when it comes to plumbing. Around Memphis, mid-century brick homes are common and water comes from wells. Around Nashville, fast-growing suburbs sit next to early 1900s bungalows. Around Knoxville and Chattanooga, hillside homes and river water are part of the picture. Summers are humid, winters are mostly mild, and a hard freeze every few years catches pipes that were never insulated.
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.
Tennessee water is generally moderately hard in the big cities, and homes range from early 1900s cottages to brand-new subdivisions. A seized valve in an old Memphis bungalow is a different job than a worn builder-grade faucet in a new Clarksville 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 Tennessee cities over time. If yours is not listed yet, you can still call.
Bungalows, new infill and fast-growing suburbs.
Midtown bungalows and postwar homes with original valves.
Victorians, hillside homes and busy student rentals.
Historic cottages, ridge-top homes and growing suburbs.
Newer subdivisions and Fort Campbell rentals.
Faucet problems differ across Tennessee because home age, climate and water vary. General data lists most big cities as moderately hard, humid summers and a few hard freezes stress fixtures, and many older homes have original valves and supply lines.
Our general information lists Nashville, Memphis, Knoxville, Chattanooga and Clarksville as moderately hard, though sources can differ. Your water provider can tell you more about your address. Moderate hardness means scale builds slowly on spouts and aerators, and sediment can still clog parts.
| City | Water hardness (utility-reported) |
|---|---|
| Nashville | Moderately hard |
| Memphis | Moderately hard |
| Knoxville | Moderately hard |
| Chattanooga | Moderately hard |
| Clarksville | Moderately hard |
Tennessee has hot, humid summers, mild to cool winters and a real storm season, including heavy rain, flooding and tornado risk. Hard freezes and ice storms are less frequent than in the north but can crack exposed lines in garages, crawl spaces and exterior walls.
Tennessee has early 1900s bungalows and Victorians in Nashville, Memphis and Knoxville, postwar brick ranches, fast-growing subdivisions around Nashville and Clarksville, and large rental markets near campuses and Fort Campbell. Original valves and supply lines are common in older homes, and builder-grade faucets are wearing out in newer ones.
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.
Disconnect hoses, cover or drain outdoor spigots and insulate pipes in garages and crawl spaces before a hard freeze. Check under-sink connectors for crust or damp spots, and clean aerators every few months. Know where your main shut-off is, especially before storm season.
After a storm or a hard freeze: Cracked or loosened lines may only leak once things thaw or water recedes. 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 Tennessee.
We help homeowners across Tennessee get connected with independent local contractors. We have local pages for five 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.
It varies. Our general information lists most big Tennessee cities as moderately hard. Your water provider can tell you more about your address.
Yes, during hard freezes and ice storms, especially in unheated spaces and exterior walls. Disconnect hoses and drain outdoor lines in the fall.
Sediment or mineral buildup in the aerator or cartridge is a common cause. A pro can clean or replace the parts and tell you whether to repair or replace the faucet.
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.
Yes. Look for an experienced, licensed plumber who can handle general plumbing work, not only faucets. Ask for their license number and proof of insurance, then check the license yourself. 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.