Fixing Drips and Leaks in Fountain Valley – Fast, Clean, and Local
If you’ve got drips and leaks in Fountain Valley, you already know it’s not just annoying—it costs you money and can wreck your home. Maybe the faucet keeps dripping. Maybe there’s water pooling under the sink. Or maybe you’re hearing a mystery drip behind the wall. The longer you wait, the worse it gets.
We fix leaks fast. We show up with the tools and parts to handle common issues right away. Whether it’s a faucet that won’t seal, a pipe that’s split, or a mystery drip you can’t find, we’ll take care of it without the runaround. We’re local. We’ve worked all over Fountain Valley, and that means we know the homes, the layouts, and even the shutoffs.
Don’t wait for water damage. Let’s get your leak fixed today.
Local Story: Dripping Hose Bib Near Mile Square Park
A homeowner off Brookhurst and Heil called about a constant drip coming from their backyard hose bib. It had started months ago, just a little drip every few minutes. But now it was running steadily and soaking into the stucco. By the time we got there, the siding had started to bubble.
We found a worn-out washer and a cracked valve seat. Swapped the bib, sealed the line, and showed the homeowner how to check pressure and isolate it in the future. They told us they didn’t realize how much water that tiny drip had been wasting—almost 10 gallons a day.
That’s why calling early matters. And why having a local plumber who knows Fountain Valley homes really helps.
What Causes Drips and Leaks in Fountain Valley Homes
Leaks don’t just show up for no reason. Around Fountain Valley, we see a lot of the same things:
- Worn-out rubber washers or gaskets
- Corroded pipe joints
- High water pressure blowing out seals
- Old copper pipes splitting
- Cross-threaded supply lines under sinks
Sometimes it’s age, sometimes it’s pressure, and sometimes it’s just bad installs from a past remodel. We’ve seen it all.
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Professional Plumbing provides free plumbing inspections for current homeowners during business hours. A small fee applies for homes in escrow or for sale, which can be credited toward repair costs if we're hired.
DIY Leak Fixes That Make Things Worse
We’ve seen homeowners stuff silicone into pipe threads, wrap Teflon tape five times thicker than it should be, and even stick chewing gum into faucet handles. One guy tried using a garden hose washer in a compression fitting—didn’t end well.
Leaky shutoff valves get “tightened” until they snap. Faucet handles stripped out from overtightening. And mystery leaks under the sink get ignored until the cabinet floor is ruined.
It’s better (and cheaper) to call when the drip starts—not after the water damage shows.
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FAQs – Drips and Leaks Fountain Valley
Usually the rubber washer or valve seat is worn out. Sometimes pressure buildup can also cause leaks.
Yes. Even small leaks can damage drywall, flooring, and cabinets over time.
Call a plumber right away. This could mean a hidden pipe leak that’s getting worse.
That depends on your policy. Sudden breaks are often covered, but long-term damage from ignored leaks usually isn’t.
Yes. Most small leaks and drips can be repaired on the first visit.
