Tap Repair
Tap Repair | Plumbing | Church Hill
When a leaking tap keeps you awake in Church Hill, HEP’s local team arrives fast with van-stocked parts and a passion for detail. Our licensed experts isolate the issue, swap worn cartridges, reseat valves, and test water pressure so your sink, bath, or outdoor spigot flows smoothly again. Homeowners love how we protect floors with drop sheets, explain every step in clear language, and tidy up before we leave—leaving only a flawlessly quiet tap behind.
Backed by decades of experience in full-service plumbing, HEP treats every repair as a chance to earn lifelong trust. From vintage cottages on the hill to new builds by the river, we deliver transparent pricing, same-day scheduling, and a workmanship guarantee that outlasts the drip. Call today and rediscover the sound of silence.
FAQs
What kinds of tap problems can you repair?
Our Church Hill plumbers can tackle virtually any tap fault, including persistent drips, leaks from the spout or body, stiff or seized handles, noisy or hammering taps, damaged ceramic cartridges, worn washers and O-rings, corroded tail pipes, and loose or wobbling tap bodies. We work on kitchen mixers, bathroom basin taps, bath/shower mixers, outdoor bib taps and commercial pillar taps.
How quickly can you come out to fix my tap in Church Hill?
For urgent leaks we offer a 1-hour emergency response within Church Hill and the surrounding villages. For non-emergencies we can usually schedule a same-day or next-day visit at a time that suits you, including early-morning, evening and Saturday slots. All bookings receive a specific arrival window and you will get a call or text when the engineer is on the way.
Do you carry replacement parts or will I need to order them separately?
Our service vans are stocked with the most common tap spares—washers, ceramic cartridges, jumper valves, spindles, O-rings, fixing kits and flexible tails—for all major brands. In around 80 % of call-outs we can complete the repair immediately. If a rare or branded part is required, we will source it from our suppliers the same or next working day. If the tap is beyond economical repair, we can supply and install a new tap of your choice on the spot.
What does a typical tap repair cost?
We believe in transparent pricing. A standard tap repair in Church Hill starts from £65 + VAT, which includes the first 30 minutes of labour and small consumables. Most straightforward washer or cartridge changes fall into this bracket. More complex jobs—such as removing a rusted-in tap or replacing pipework—are charged at a half-hourly rate thereafter. All costs are explained before any work begins, and there are no call-out fees when you proceed with the repair.
Is it better to repair or replace an old, dripping tap?
In many cases a simple repair will restore your tap to full working order for a fraction of the cost of a new one. However, if the tap is more than 10–15 years old, has corroded or pitted chrome, or requires hard-to-obtain proprietary parts, replacement can be more economical in the long run. We will inspect the tap, explain the pros and cons of each option, and give you a fixed price for both repair and replacement so you can make an informed decision.
Are your tap repairs guaranteed and are you properly accredited?
Yes. All workmanship is covered by our 12-month guarantee, and any new parts or taps we supply carry the manufacturer’s warranty (typically 1–5 years). Every engineer is City & Guilds qualified, Gas Safe registered (for any works involving combination taps connected to boilers) and fully insured for public liability up to £5 million. We adhere to the Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations 1999 to ensure your plumbing is safe and compliant.