Faucet Repair & Installation in North York

Faucets and Fixtures

Faucet and Fixture Repair That Stops Drips for Good

Plumber's hands using an adjustable wrench to remove the cartridge from a chrome single-lever bathroom faucet during a faucet repair

A dripping tap wastes water around the clock, and a stiff handle or a leak under the sink tends to get worse the longer it's ignored. Northlife Plumbing repairs and installs kitchen and bathroom faucets, shower and tub fixtures and other plumbing fixtures for homes and businesses across Toronto. We find out why the faucet is failing, whether it's a worn washer, a cartridge or a loose connection, and fix the actual cause.

If you're updating a kitchen or bathroom in North York or elsewhere in the city, we also install new faucets and fixtures, on their own or as part of a remodel. Replacing an older faucet is an affordable way to refresh a room and improve how it works day to day. Our licensed and insured plumbers quote upfront, so you approve the price before we start, and we clean up before we leave.

Dripping and leaking taps
Low water flow from faucets
Stiff or loose handles

Leaks under sinks
Shower and tub fixture repair
New faucet installation

Why Faucets Start to Leak

Inside most faucets is a cartridge, valve or washer that controls the flow of water. Over time these parts wear out, and mineral deposits from hard water can stop them sealing properly. The result is a drip from the spout, water around the base of the handle or a tap that's hard to shut off completely. In many cases, the faucet itself can be saved by replacing the worn part.

Repair or Replace Your Faucet?

Repair is usually the right call for a newer, good-quality faucet with a single worn part. Replacement makes more sense when the body is corroded or cracked, parts are hard to find for an older model, or you'd like a different style or feature, such as a pull-down kitchen faucet. We'll tell you honestly which option gives you better value.

Fixtures We Install

Beyond faucets, we install and replace a range of fixtures during repairs and renovations:

Kitchen and bar sink faucets
Bathroom vanity faucets
Shower heads and tub spouts
Shower and tub valves
Kitchen and bathroom sinks

Our Faucet and Fixture Services Include:

Dripping Faucet Repair: We replace worn washers, cartridges and seals to stop drips at the spout and leaks around the handle.

Kitchen Faucets: Single-handle, two-handle and pull-down kitchen faucets are repaired or replaced, including the supply lines underneath.

Bathroom Faucets: We fix and install vanity faucets and make sure the drain assembly underneath is properly sealed.

Shower and Tub Fixtures: Dripping shower heads, leaking tub spouts and hard-to-control shower valves are repaired or upgraded.

Remodel Plumbing: For kitchen and bathroom renovations, we install new faucets and fixtures and connect them to your supply and drain lines.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I repair or replace a dripping faucet?

If the faucet is in good condition and only one part has worn out, repair is usually the best value. If it's corroded, leaking from several places or parts are hard to find, replacement often makes more sense.

Why is the water pressure low at just one faucet?

When only one tap is affected, the cause is often a clogged aerator or a partly blocked cartridge rather than a problem with your main water supply. We clean or replace the part and check the shut-off valves underneath.

Can I install a new faucet myself?

Some homeowners do, but it's easy to overtighten a fitting, cross-thread a connection or damage an old shut-off valve, which can lead to a slow leak inside the cabinet. A licensed plumber gets it sealed and tested the first time.

What affects the cost of faucet repair or installation?

The type of faucet, whether parts are available, the condition of the shut-off valves and supply lines, and how easy the fixture is to reach all play a role. We give you an upfront price to approve before we start.