When a Drip Becomes a Problem

A faucet that won’t stop dripping might not seem urgent, but over time it adds up — wasted water, higher bills, and in some cases, damage to your sink or countertop. At McPipe Plumbing, we deal with these issues every day. Whether it’s a kitchen tap that won’t shut off or a bathroom faucet that’s hard to turn, we’ll get it working properly again without the runaround.

The Issues We See Most

Every home has a faucet that acts up sooner or later. Some of the common ones we repair:

• Drips that won’t stop, no matter how tight you turn the handle

• Faucets that feel loose or wobble when you use them

• Weak water flow or uneven pressure

• Handles that are stiff or squeak when you turn them

• Leaks under the sink or around the base of the faucet

Sometimes the fix is as simple as replacing a washer or cartridge. Other times, the whole faucet is better off being swapped out. We’ll give you the straight answer either way.

Local Client Examples

• In Vaughan, we fixed a kitchen faucet that had been dripping into the cabinet below for weeks. The homeowner didn’t realize how much water damage was happening until we opened it up. A new faucet and supply lines solved the problem.

• In Thornhill, a bathroom sink faucet had such low pressure the family thought it was a pipe issue. It turned out to be mineral buildup in the aerator — a quick repair, no pipe work needed.

• In Markham, a shop owner called us after a faucet snapped at the base. We replaced it on the spot and avoided a bigger leak.

These small jobs show how faucet problems can be simple or serious — but either way, they need proper attention.

Faucet leaks can sometimes point to larger drainage or water pressure issues. Our team also provides Drain Repair and Toilet Repair to fix the root cause.

Repair or Replace?

If a faucet is fairly new, we’ll try to repair it. If it’s rusted, corroded, or older than ten years, a replacement usually makes more sense. We install kitchen, bathroom, laundry, and outdoor faucets from all the major brands, and we make sure the installation is secure and leak-free.

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Emergency Calls

A faucet that won’t shut off completely can turn into a flood if left alone. That’s why we offer same-day service across Thornhill, Vaughan, and the GTA. When water is running where it shouldn’t be, we don’t keep you waiting.