Faucet and sink repair in Chelmsford
Faucet and sink repair in Chelmsford covers dripping spouts, leaking handles, cracked supply lines, stuck shutoff valves and sink installs. The emergency version is the valve that will not shut off or the line that has burst under a cabinet. We answer the 24/7 line for those, and we schedule routine drips for the next available visit.
If a fixture is flooding, close the shutoff valve under the sink. If that valve is stuck or leaking, close the main. Do not force a corroded valve, because the stem can break.
Many faucet calls turn out to be cartridge or washer jobs. Others point to older fixtures worth replacing. We explain the difference and price both.
A valve that will not shut off
A shutoff valve that has seized or leaks around the stem leaves you unable to isolate a fixture. In an older house, valves can sit untouched for decades and fail when finally used. Replacing them while the system is calm is cheaper than doing it in a flood.
Dripping and leaking faucets
| Type | Common cause | Fix |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | Worn washer or seat | Replace washer and seat |
| Cartridge | Worn cartridge or O-ring | Replace cartridge |
| Ball or disc | Worn seals | Rebuild or replace |
| Leak at base | O-rings or loose nut | Replace O-rings, tighten |
A faucet that is more than a decade old may use parts that are hard to find. At that point, a new faucet costs little more than parts and labor.
Under-sink leaks and supply lines
Water under a sink might come from the supply lines, the drain trap or the faucet itself. Dry the cabinet, run the water and watch. A slow drip at a compression nut usually just needs tightening. A braided line with a rusty crimp needs replacing.
If the leak keeps returning, a hidden source may be involved. See leak detection. For kitchen sinks tied to a disposal, garbage disposal repair may apply.
Faucet flooding the cabinet?
Close the main and call.
Sink and faucet installation
We install kitchen, bathroom and utility sinks and faucets, including new shutoff valves and supply lines. Replacing fixtures needs a permit in Massachusetts, pulled by a licensed plumber.
Bringing your own fixture is fine. We check that it fits the sink holes and the supplies.
What faucet and sink repair costs
Sudden supply line failures are often covered under homeowner policies, while worn faucets are maintenance. For your number, call (855) 575-2890.
Cartridge, ball, disc and compression: what is inside
| Faucet type | How it works | Common failure |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | A rubber washer presses on a seat | Worn washer, drip when closed |
| Ball | A rotating ball with rubber seats | Worn seats and springs |
| Cartridge | A sealed insert controls flow | Worn cartridge, stiff handle |
| Ceramic disc | Two ceramic plates slide | Mineral buildup or cracked disc |
Knowing the type lets you decide between a repair kit and a new faucet. A drip from a cartridge faucet is usually a ten minute fix. A pitted seat or a corroded body is a reason to replace. See plumbing installation if you want a new fixture fitted instead.
Serving Chelmsford and nearby
We repair faucets across Chelmsford and in Lowell, Westford and Tyngsborough. For fixtures that need new piping, see plumbing installation.
Faucets sold for drinking water must meet lead-content standards under federal law, so use certified replacement parts and follow the maker's guidelines.
Faucet & Sink Repair questions from Chelmsford homeowners
Yes. The line is open 24/7. A valve that will not shut off or a supply line that is flooding is dispatched as an emergency.
Worn washers, cartridges or O-rings. We replace them.
Yes. It is a good idea to do it before one fails.
Yes, kitchen, bathroom and utility.
A clogged aerator or cartridge is the usual cause.
Fixture replacement needs a permit in Massachusetts, pulled by a licensed plumber.
Stop the drip.
Call the 24/7 line in Chelmsford.