It Keeps Dripping After Shutoff
Worn seals, washers or internal valve components may no longer be closing completely.
Dripping, leaking, frozen, difficult to shut off or barely producing water? Outdoor faucet problems can be frustrating — and some can lead to bigger plumbing issues if they are ignored.
John The Plumber & Drain Cleaning provides professional outdoor faucet repair throughout Ottawa. Our licensed plumbers can inspect the faucet, nearby shutoff valves and accessible plumbing to determine what is causing the problem.
If the fixture can be repaired, we’ll explain the repair. If it is badly worn, damaged or affected by freeze-related problems, replacement may be the more practical solution.
Outdoor faucet problems can come from worn internal parts, damaged shutoff components, freezing, corrosion or issues with the nearby plumbing. Here are some of the most common symptoms we see in Ottawa.
Worn seals, washers or internal valve components may no longer be closing completely.
Moisture around the stem or handle can point to worn packing or other internal faucet components.
Reduced flow can come from a partially closed shutoff, mineral buildup, damaged faucet parts or a supply-line issue.
If the handle turns but the water does not stop, the internal shutoff components may be damaged or worn.
Water trapped in the faucet or nearby piping can freeze and expand, damaging the fixture or pipe.
A closed or failed shutoff valve, frozen piping or another restriction may be preventing water from reaching the faucet.
A loose faucet can stress nearby plumbing connections and should be secured before the movement causes additional damage.
When an older faucet has repeated problems, replacement may be more practical than continuing to repair individual components.
If the fixture itself is badly worn, cracked, freeze-damaged or no longer worth repairing, replacing it with a compatible new outdoor faucet can solve the problem more reliably.
These before-and-after examples show situations where replacing the worn or damaged fixture was the practical repair.
Whether the solution is a small repair, a shutoff issue or replacing the outdoor faucet entirely, our licensed plumbers can help.
The way an outdoor faucet is leaking or malfunctioning can provide clues about where the problem is coming from. Some issues are limited to the faucet itself, while others can involve the shutoff valve, water line or plumbing inside the home.
A faucet dripping from the spout may have a very different problem from one that only leaks while the water is running. And if water appears inside the home when an outdoor faucet is used, the problem may extend beyond the fixture itself.
Our plumbers can inspect the outdoor faucet and accessible plumbing to determine whether the issue is with the fixture, an interior shutoff, a connection or the nearby water line.
Stop using the outdoor faucet until it can be inspected. A damaged connection or pipe can allow water to escape inside the wall or home whenever the faucet is turned on.
A washer, seal or another internal valve component may be worn and no longer able to stop the water completely.
The problem may involve the stem, packing, faucet body, connection or nearby piping rather than the part that shuts the water off.
Worn or broken internal components may prevent the handle from properly controlling the valve inside the faucet.
Low flow can point to a restriction, mineral buildup, a partially closed shutoff valve or another problem affecting the water supply to the faucet.
If the faucet has an anti-siphon or vacuum-breaker component, that part may be worn, damaged or not operating correctly.
The fixture may no longer be securely mounted. Continued movement can place unnecessary stress on the faucet connection and nearby piping.
Pay particular attention to an outdoor faucet that worked normally in the fall but begins leaking or behaving differently after freezing weather. Water trapped in outdoor plumbing can expand when it freezes and damage the faucet or nearby piping.
Some freeze-related damage may not become obvious until temperatures rise and the water is turned back on.
Tell us what the faucet is doing and when the problem started. Our plumber can inspect it and determine whether repair, replacement or attention to the nearby plumbing makes the most sense.
Not every outdoor faucet problem means you need a brand-new fixture. Some issues can be repaired, while others are better solved by replacing a worn, damaged or freeze-affected faucet.
Sometimes the best way to understand a repair is to see the work being done.
If the outdoor faucet began leaking after winter, or water appears inside the home when the faucet is turned on, stop using it until the fixture and nearby piping can be inspected.
If a repair makes sense, we’ll explain it. If replacement is the better option, we can show you why and discuss a compatible new fixture.
An outdoor faucet leak is not always just a faucet problem. Our licensed plumbers can inspect the fixture, accessible shutoff valves and nearby plumbing to find the source of the issue and recommend a practical solution.
A dripping spout, leaking handle, weak flow or faucet that will not shut off can have several possible causes. Instead of assuming the entire fixture needs replacement, we start by determining what is actually wrong.
If the faucet can reasonably be repaired, we can explain the repair. If the fixture is badly worn, corroded, freeze-damaged or replacement makes more sense, we can explain that option too.
Freezing temperatures can damage outdoor faucets and nearby piping, and the problem may not become obvious until everything thaws.
We inspect the faucet and accessible plumbing to determine why it is leaking, dripping, losing flow or not operating correctly.
When a serviceable component is causing the problem and the fixture is otherwise in good condition, repair may be all that is needed.
A badly worn, cracked, corroded or freeze-damaged faucet may be better addressed by replacing the fixture rather than repeatedly repairing it.
If the problem involves an accessible interior shutoff, connection or nearby water line, our plumbers can identify the broader plumbing issue.
We explain what we find and the practical options available so you understand the recommended work before moving forward.
Your outdoor faucet connects directly to your home's plumbing system, so repairs are completed by experienced plumbing professionals.
Stop using the faucet until it can be inspected. The issue may involve a damaged connection or water line rather than only the exterior fixture.
Tell us what your outdoor faucet is doing. We'll inspect the problem and explain what makes sense.
Helpful answers about leaking outdoor taps, low water flow, freeze damage, shutoff problems and when replacement may make more sense than repair.
A faucet that keeps dripping may have a worn washer, seal or internal valve component that is no longer closing completely. Depending on the condition of the fixture, the problem may be repairable without replacing the entire faucet.
Water around the handle or stem can point to worn packing, seals or another internal component. A plumber can inspect the fixture and determine whether the faucet can be repaired or whether replacement makes more sense.
A leak that appears only while the faucet is running may involve the faucet body, stem, connection or nearby piping rather than the shutoff portion of the fixture. If water appears inside the home at the same time, stop using the faucet until it can be inspected.
Stop using the outdoor faucet and have the plumbing inspected. Water appearing inside the home can indicate a damaged connection or pipe behind the wall, including possible freeze-related damage. Our leak detection and repair services may also be helpful when the source is not obvious.
Yes. Water trapped inside the faucet or nearby piping can freeze and expand, potentially damaging the fixture or pipe. In Ottawa, some freeze-related problems do not become obvious until temperatures rise and the plumbing thaws.
Yes. Frost-free does not mean freeze-proof. Problems can still happen if a hose remains attached, the faucet cannot drain properly, the installation is incorrect or water becomes trapped in the fixture or nearby piping.
Low water flow can be caused by a partially closed shutoff valve, mineral buildup, damaged faucet components, restrictions in the supply line or another plumbing issue. A plumber can inspect the fixture and nearby accessible plumbing to narrow down the cause.
No water may indicate a closed or failed interior shutoff valve, frozen piping, a damaged faucet or another restriction in the supply line. The faucet and accessible plumbing should be checked before assuming the fixture itself has failed.
If the handle turns but the water keeps flowing, an internal valve component may be worn or damaged. Depending on the age and condition of the faucet, the solution may be repair or replacement.
Yes, depending on the setup and condition of the valve. Outdoor faucet problems can sometimes involve an interior shutoff that is leaking, seized or no longer operating properly. Our plumber can inspect accessible shutoff valves as part of the diagnosis.
Repair may make sense when the faucet is otherwise in good condition and the problem involves a serviceable component. Replacement may be more practical when the fixture is cracked, badly corroded, freeze-damaged or repeatedly develops new problems.
Often, yes, depending on the existing plumbing and installation requirements. If you are interested in upgrading rather than simply repairing the current fixture, visit our outdoor faucet installation page for more information about frost-free options.
For an overview of outdoor faucet repair, installation and replacement, visit our outdoor faucet services page.
Yes. John The Plumber & Drain Cleaning is located in Ottawa West and provides outdoor faucet repair throughout Ottawa. Call 613-686-1971 to ask about service in your neighbourhood.
John The Plumber & Drain Cleaning is located in Ottawa West and provides outdoor faucet repair throughout Ottawa.
Whether your outdoor faucet is dripping, leaking around the handle, difficult to shut off, showing signs of freeze damage or no longer working properly, our licensed plumbers can inspect the problem and explain the practical repair options.
If a faucet starts leaking after winter, or water appears inside the home when the faucet is used, stop using it and have the fixture and nearby plumbing inspected.
Outdoor faucet repair available throughout Ottawa.
Dripping, leaking, frozen, barely flowing or refusing to shut off? Whatever your outdoor faucet is doing, John The Plumber & Drain Cleaning can help find the cause.
Our licensed plumbers can inspect the faucet, accessible shutoff valves and nearby plumbing, explain what we find and recommend a practical repair. If the fixture is too worn or damaged to repair reasonably, we can also discuss replacement options.
