Tap Repairs & Replacement in Bayswater & Eastern Suburbs
Dripping taps, stiff handles, and worn out mixers fixed properly by a licensed local plumber. We repair what is repairable and replace what is not, across Bayswater and Melbourne's eastern suburbs. Quoted up front.
- Most Repairs in One Visit We carry common washers, O-rings and cartridges on the van, so most dripping taps are sorted on the spot.
- Trusted By Homeowners With over 160 5-star reviews, our satisfied customers speak for us.
- Licensed & Fully Insured Every tap repair and install is carried out by a licensed plumber. Upfront pricing before any work begins.
A dripping tap is small now and a pain if you let it run
That constant drip is more than an annoying sound at night. A tap dripping once a second can waste thousands of litres a year, stain the basin, and quietly add to your water bill. Most of the time it is a cheap, quick fix while it is still small, and a bigger job if the seat gets chewed up or the tap body corrodes.
Common tap problems we get called out for around Bayswater:
- Dripping taps from worn washers and O-rings
- Stiff or grinding handles from failed ceramic disc cartridges
- Corroded tap bodies and seized spindles
- Mixer taps that weep at the base or spout
- Hard-water wear shortening the life of cheaper taps
- Outdoor garden taps that drip, seize, or snap off
Whatever the fault, we can usually work out what is wrong over the phone and give you a quote before we arrive. Tap work is part of our everyday home plumbing.
Repaired if it can be, replaced with quality if it cannot
When a tap drips, the first thing we do is work out whether it is a simple repair or whether the tap has reached the end of its life. A worn washer, O-ring, spindle or cartridge is usually a quick fix that saves you the cost of a new tap. If the body is corroded, the chrome is flaking, or the thread is stripped, a replacement is the smarter spend.
We work on kitchen mixer taps, bathroom basin and shower mixers, laundry tub sets, and outdoor garden taps. When a tap does need replacing, we will help you choose a quality unit that fits your basin and stands up to our hard water, rather than a cheap one that fails again in a year.
- Washer, O-ring and spindle repairs done on the spot
- Ceramic disc cartridge replacement for mixer taps
- Kitchen, bathroom, laundry and outdoor tap work
- Mixer tap installation and upgrades
- Honest advice on repair versus replacement, no upsell
Trusted by over 160 melbourne home owners
- Carla D Home Owner
Jason is a reliable plumber, super responsive and arrives on time. there were a few logistical issues in our old 1970s bathroom renovation and he was honest about what could reasonably be done and worked within our budget. Our go-to guy for plumbing!
- Holly S Home Owner
Upon getting in touch with Jason from McPherson Plumbing & Maintenance, he promptly dispatched his wonderful team to address both issues in just a matter of days. I cannot speak highly enough of this group. It is reassuring to know that Jason and his team are dedicated to going above and beyond, all while offering fair pricing.
- Carlos R Home Owner
Jason is very professional and always very honest about his work. We were very happy with his work. We did a big bathroom and kitchen renovation and he did all the plumbing for us.
Get a Quote for Tap Repairs in Bayswater
Whether it is a dripping kitchen tap, a stiff bathroom mixer, or an outdoor tap that has seized up, we can help. We can usually quote over the phone for most tap repairs and replacements.
- Phone 0407 696 994
Over 160 5-Star reviews from eastern suburbs homeownersLocal to Bayswater, with the parts to fix it first time
McPherson Plumbing is based in Bayswater North and handles tap repairs and replacements across Melbourne's eastern suburbs, including Knox, Boronia, Heathmont, Wantirna, Ringwood, and surrounding areas.
Tap work is part of our everyday plumbing, so we carry the common washers, O-rings and cartridges to fix most drips on the first visit. We know which taps stand up to the hard water in this area and which ones fail early, so when a replacement is needed you get honest advice rather than whatever is on the shelf.
We quote before we start and tell you plainly whether a repair or a replacement is the better value. If a quick repair will see you right, we will say so. No upsell. While we are there, we are happy to look at other jobs like toilet repairs or a new basin install.
Why locals choose us for tap repairs
- Most dripping taps fixed in a single visit
- Honest advice on repair versus replacement, not margin
- Fully licensed and insured for all tap work
- Upfront quotes, no hidden charges
- Kitchen, bathroom, laundry and outdoor taps
Most dripping taps fixed in a single visitTap Repairs & Replacement FAQs
On a traditional tap, a constant drip is almost always a worn washer or O-ring that no longer seats properly. On a mixer tap, it is usually the ceramic disc cartridge wearing out. Both are quick repairs once we know which type of tap you have. Tightening the handle harder only damages the seat further, so it is worth getting sorted early.
If the washer, O-ring, spindle or cartridge is worn, we can usually repair it on the spot and save you the cost of a new tap. If the tap body itself is corroded, the chrome is flaking, or the spindle thread is stripped, replacement is the better call. We will give you an honest comparison so you can decide.
Most tap repairs and replacements we can quote over the phone once we know the type of tap and the fault. We carry common washers, O-rings and cartridges on the van, so many repairs are done in a single visit. We price before we start so there are no surprises on the day.
Yes. We install kitchen mixer taps, bathroom basin mixers, laundry tap sets, and outdoor garden taps. If you are replacing a worn tap or upgrading to a mixer, we can help you choose a quality unit that fits your setup and lasts, then fit it properly so it does not weep or work loose.
Hard water is the usual culprit. Mineral build-up wears the ceramic discs inside the cartridge and causes stiff handles, dripping, and grinding. Cheaper taps tend to fail faster because the cartridges are lower grade. Fitting a quality tap and replacing the cartridge when it wears keeps things running smoothly for years.
Yes. We cover Melbourne's eastern suburbs, including Knox, Boronia, Heathmont, Wantirna, Ringwood, Ferntree Gully, and surrounding areas. If you are not sure whether we cover your suburb, give us a call.