Faucets are something we use each and every day. They are so useful, but we rarely notice just how much we rely on them until there are faucet problems. There are several issues that can
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occur with faucets, and the services of professional plumbers can assist you in repairing faulty faucets or replacing them with new ones.
In this article, we explore some of the most common faucet problems you might encounter.
Leaky Faucet
A leaky faucet is a very common household issue that a lot of people encounter at some time of another. A leaky faucet is annoying, costs you extra money, and is bad for the planet. Leaky faucets waste water and damage the washer. If any of your faucets start to randomly leak or drip, the best thing to do is call up a local plumber. They can provide professional care for your home.
Low Water Pressure
Low water pressure can be very frustrating for homeowners to have to deal with, and there’s nothing worse than turning on the faucet but only seeing a low pressure trickle of water coming out. This often occurs in older faucet models that feature aerators around the opening. The little holes there can get blocked up over time. As a result, there is slowing down the water flow and lowering the pressure. Clogged or leaky pipes can cause this issue too.
No Water Coming Out
This is one of the more serious issues that you might unfortunately encounter with the faucets in your home. If you turn on the faucet and see no water coming out at all, this can be a sign of a serious issue with the valves and inner chambers of the faucet itself. Often, professional plumbers are needed to solve this kind of problem. However, some faucet models can be taken apart and cleaned by the owner with relative ease.
Rust and Stains
If your faucet isn’t rustproof, rust may develop both on the outside and on the inside as time goes by. Unfortunately, rust on the inside of a faucet or around the rim of the opening can affect the quality of the water coming out. Stains and water marks can often form on the outside of faucets too, and these kinds of marks are more likely in homes with hard water. The best action you can take is to clean your faucets often with gentle cleaning products as part of your bathroom cleaning routine.
A Noisy Faucet
Some faucets can be working fine up to a point. Then, they’ll suddenly start to make strange noises, including high pitched whistling or even a chattering kind of noise. There are several causes that could be at the root of a noisy faucet, and many of them will require the services of a plumber to fix. The root cause of a whining or whistling faucet might even be a problem with the pipes, so it’s a smart idea to get in touch with a pro.
