Tap & Shower Repair Northampton
Dripping tap or weak shower? Tell us the type and what it is doing, because it decides the parts.
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Most tap faults come down to a worn washer or cartridge. Shower faults often come from limescale or a failed valve. Tell us the type of tap or shower and what it does, since the right part depends on both.
Common tap and shower faults
A dripping tap usually needs a new washer or ceramic cartridge. Mixer and monobloc taps use cartridges, while older pillar taps use washers. Tell us which type you have, because it decides the parts.
Low shower pressure has several causes. Limescale in the head is the easy one, but a failing valve or a weak supply can also play a part. The engineer checks each cause in turn, because the fix depends on the cause.
An electric shower that cuts out may be overheating. Limescale on the element can cause this, and so can a failing thermostat. However, if the unit is old, a replacement may cost less than repeat repairs.
What tap and shower repairs cost
TradeMatch gives £75 to £150 for a tap repair. That is one guide, so treat it as a rough idea. It is not our price, and a quote request gets you an exact figure.
Shower repairs vary too much for a fair guide because the faults differ widely. Send a request with the make and the fault. A dripping tap also wastes water, so a quick repair is often worth it. If you plan a refit, read our guide to what drives the cost of a new bathroom.
Where we cover
We cover Northampton and towns within 30 miles. Local pages cover plumbers in Bedford, plumbers in Kempston and plumbing in Earls Barton, while you can also see plumbers in Long Buckby and our full list of areas.
If a tap leak turns into a flood, use the emergency plumber page. For a full refit, see bathroom fitting.
What This Service Covers
- Tap washer and ceramic cartridge replacement
- Repairs to leaking taps, baths and sinks
- Shower valve repair and replacement
- Electric and mixer shower fitting
- Investigation of low water pressure
- New tap supply and fitting
How It Works
Describe the problem
Tell us which tap or shower and what it does. Say if it is a mixer, pillar or electric type, because each uses different parts.
Your request is passed on
Your request goes to an engineer, who can get back to you with next steps. A photo helps, since it shows the type of fitting.
Repair or replace
The engineer fixes the fault or fits a new part. Ask about the price first, because some taps cost less to replace than repair.
Check the result
The engineer runs the tap or shower to check the flow while the water runs. Ask what to do if the drip returns.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you fix my make of tap or shower?
Is a dripping tap worth fixing?
My shower has low pressure. Can you fix that?
Why does my electric shower keep cutting out?
Can you swap my tap for a different style?
How do I stop the water while I wait?
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