How do I know if I need faucet repair or full faucet replacement?

In many cases, we can repair a faucet by replacing worn parts, tightening loose components, or fixing a cartridge or valve. If the faucet is badly corroded, outdated, or keeps failing, replacement may be the better long-term option. We will explain both choices clearly before any work begins.

Can a dripping faucet really cause bigger plumbing problems?

Yes. A small drip can waste water, raise your utility bill, stain sinks, and point to worn internal parts that may fail further. Some leaks also hide water damage under the sink or inside cabinets. We fix the source of the problem, not just the symptom.

What faucet problems do you repair?

We repair common faucet issues like leaks, constant dripping, low water pressure, loose handles, squeaking, poor temperature control, worn cartridges, damaged washers, and faulty shut-off connections. We work on kitchen faucets, bathroom faucets, utility sinks, and many commercial plumbing fixtures as well.

Do you offer emergency faucet repair?

Yes. If a faucet leak is causing active water damage, flooding, or you cannot shut the water off safely, we offer 24/7 emergency plumbing service. Our licensed and insured team responds quickly and works to stop the leak, protect your property, and restore safe function.

How much does faucet repair usually cost?

The cost depends on the faucet type, the cause of the problem, parts needed, and how easy the repair is to access. We keep our pricing fair and provide honest estimates before work starts. Our goal is to give you a reliable repair without surprise charges.

Why should I choose Real Texas Plumbing - Heating and Air for faucet repair?

We are a licensed and insured local company trusted by customers near Lago Vista and across greater Austin. Our experienced plumbers show up ready to solve the problem, finish the job properly, and treat your home or business with respect. Contact us today to schedule your faucet repair.

Faucet Repair in Lago Vista, TX

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Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–8:00 PM · Sat 8:00 AM–12:00 PM

A dripping or leaking faucet usually means a worn cartridge, washer or O-ring, or hard-water buildup. Most are a quick repair, not an emergency, but they get worse over time. We repair faucets in Lago Vista and around Lake Travis. The visit starts with a $65 trip charge that’s credited toward the repair when you schedule, and you get a written price before any work begins. If your faucet is too old or corroded to be worth fixing, we’ll tell you.

Call (512) 662-2949 or book online.

Why is my faucet dripping or leaking?

The spot where the water shows up usually points to the cause.

Dripping from the spout of a single-handle faucet. A worn cartridge or seals are the usual cause. The fix is a new cartridge.

Dripping from the spout of an older two-handle faucet. A worn rubber washer or valve seat is the usual cause. The fix is a new washer or seat.

Leaking around the handle or base. Worn O-rings are the usual cause. The fix is new O-rings.

Weak or uneven flow. Mineral buildup in the aerator or cartridge is the usual cause. The fix is cleaning or replacing the parts.

A stiff handle. Scale or corrosion inside the cartridge is the usual cause. The fix is a new cartridge.

Water under the sink. A loose or corroded supply line, or a leaking shutoff valve, is the usual cause. The faucet itself may be fine.

What can I do right now?

Turn the shutoff valves under the sink clockwise to stop the water.
If a valve won’t turn, don’t force it. Close your main shutoff instead.
Unscrew the aerator at the spout tip and soak it in vinegar if flow is weak.
Tighten a loose handle screw by hand.

Don’t over-tighten parts, which can crack them. Don’t ignore water under the sink either. A slow leak in the cabinet rots wood and grows organic bacteria.

Is a leaking faucet an emergency?

Usually not. Call right away if water is spraying and you can’t shut it off, if water is pooling under the sink or reaching the floor, or if a shutoff valve itself is leaking. Close your main shutoff first, then call (512) 662-2949. We’re open Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–8:00 PM and Sat 8:00 AM–12:00 PM.

Should I repair or replace my faucet?

Repair when the faucet is in good shape, parts are available and the repair costs well under a new faucet. Replace when the body is corroded or cracked, parts are discontinued, you’ve already repaired it more than once, or the repair price is close to the price of a new faucet.

We give you the repair price in writing, and the replacement price too when it makes sense, so you decide. If you choose a new faucet, we can handle faucet installation too.

How much does faucet repair cost in Lago Vista?

You get the exact price in writing before we start, and the $65 trip charge is credited toward the repair. The price depends on four things:

The faucet type. A pull-down or touchless faucet costs more to repair than a basic one.
Whether parts are available for your model.
The shutoff valves and supply lines. If they’re stuck or corroded, they add to the job.
Hard-water corrosion on older faucets.

What happens during a faucet repair visit

We find the cause: cartridge, washer, O-ring, mineral buildup or supply line.
You get a written price before work begins.
We replace the failed parts, or tell you if replacement is the better value.
We test flow, temperature and leaks under pressure, clean up, and show you where your shutoffs are.

Hard water and faucets around Lago Vista

Water around Lago Vista is hard. Limestone builds up in aerators, cartridges and valve seats, and it’s behind most of the stiff handles, weak flow and early drips we see. Cleaning the aerator helps for a while. Treating the water protects the next repair, so ask us about water softener installation or water softener repair.

Faucets we repair

We repair single-handle, two-handle, pull-down kitchen, bathroom, touchless, cartridge and ceramic disc faucets.

Faucet repair in Lago Vista, Jonestown and around Lake Travis

We work out of 20811 Dawn Dr, Unit 706, Lago Vista, TX 78645. We also have a Lakeway office at 2802 Flintrock Trace, Lakeway, TX 78738. We repair faucets in Lago Vista, Jonestown, The Hollows, Point Venture, Lakeway and the surrounding Lake Travis area.

Fix your faucet

Call (512) 662-2949 or book online. We’re open Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–8:00 PM and Sat 8:00 AM–12:00 PM. You get a written price before work begins.

We make faucet repair simple, fast, and done right the first time. Our licensed team follows a clear process to stop leaks, restore water flow, and protect your plumbing fixtures with honest service and lasting repairs.

Inspection and Honest Diagnosis

We start by listening to what your faucet is doing, then inspect the handle, cartridge, seals, supply lines, shutoff valves, and nearby connections. Our licensed plumbers pinpoint the cause of leaks, drips, low pressure, or loose fixtures and give you an honest estimate before any work begins.

Precision Repair and Part Matching

Once approved, we shut off the water, disassemble the faucet, and replace worn parts like cartridges, O-rings, washers, aerators, or supply lines with the right match for your fixture. Most faucet repairs are completed in one visit, and we work cleanly to protect your sink, countertop, and surrounding area.

Testing, Cleanup, and Final Walkthrough

Before we wrap up, we test water pressure, temperature control, handle movement, and sealing to make sure the repair holds under normal daily use. We clean the work area, check for hidden drips, and walk you through what we fixed so you feel confident the job is complete.

Faucet Repair in Lago Vista and Central Texas

Faucet Repair in Lago Vista and the Lake Travis Area