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Why Does My Faucet Drip Constantly?

That steady drip, drip, drip can wear on anyone’s nerves. It’s the sound that follows you into the quiet of the night and slowly shows up on your water bill. If your faucet in Auburn won’t stop leaking, you’re not alone—lots of homeowners deal with the same irritating problem. At 2 Sons Plumbing Auburn, we hear this every week—and the good news is, most dripping faucets come down to a small fix.

What Usually Causes a Dripping Faucet?

Faucets are one of the most-used fixtures in your home, so it’s no surprise parts wear out over time. Here are the usual suspects:

Worn washer. The tiny rubber washer inside the faucet works hard every time you turn it off. Once it wears down, water starts sneaking through.
O-ring issues. This little ring seals the handle. When it cracks or loosens, water can drip from the base.
Cartridge problems. Many newer faucets use cartridges that eventually break down and cause constant dripping.

It might not seem like a big deal, but even one small drip can waste over 3,000 gallons of water a year. That’s money literally going down the drain—and strain on Auburn’s water supply too.

Quick Answer: A faucet that won’t stop dripping usually has a worn washer, O-ring, or cartridge.

DIY Fixes You Can Try

If you’re a little handy, you can try tackling the problem yourself. Here’s how:

Turn off the water supply under the sink.
Remove the faucet handle with a screwdriver or Allen key.
Swap out the worn part—washer, O-ring, or cartridge—with a fresh one from the hardware store.

These parts usually cost $10–$40 and can be replaced in under an hour. Many Auburn homeowners are surprised at how simple the fix can be.

When to Call: If you find corrosion, cracked pipes, or water pooling under the sink, the problem is bigger than a quick DIY job. That’s when it’s time to call 2 Sons Plumbing Auburn.

Professional Faucet Repairs in Auburn

Sometimes a faucet is simply past its prime. Corrosion, mineral buildup, or years of wear can make drips a constant battle. That’s where we come in.

We find the root cause. Our plumbers inspect everything so you’re not replacing parts blindly.
We fix it the right way. We use high-quality components to make sure the drip is gone for good.
We keep costs clear. Professional faucet repair in Auburn typically runs $150–$300.

If your faucet is really old, we may suggest replacing it. A new faucet not only solves the drip but also adds a fresh look to your kitchen or bathroom while saving water.

Call 2 Sons Plumbing Auburn Today

That constant drip isn’t just annoying—it can keep you up at night, raise your water bill, and make your home feel less comfortable. You shouldn’t have to live with that frustration.

Call 2 Sons Plumbing Auburn at (206) 487-1757 today. We’ll take care of the leak quickly, affordably, and with the kind of care you’d expect from a trusted neighbor.

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Oaktree President

22:17 24 Oct 25

Our house decided to replace our own toilet, but we got stuck halfway through because we didn’t have the right tools and accidentally broke an anchor bolt. I called 2 Sons Plumbing, and they showed up within an hour to help us out. Derek, our plumber, was super friendly, explained everything clearly, and got the job done quickly and professionally. Excellent service all around—highly recommend!

Oaktree President

22:17 24 Oct 25

Victor Garcia

20:12 23 Oct 25

Dave and David came and cleared out a huge clog in my kitchen sink (both sides) that has been plaguing us for a while as well a ton of glass shards that got into the drain when our glass fridge shelf broke. Dave walked us through each step of the process and explained everything which was excellent. He also gave us advice about galvanized piping replacement. They even gave us a few free parts for the sink drain that had eroded away and didn’t charge extra for it!! All around 5 star service!!!

Victor Garcia

20:12 23 Oct 25

Steve P

20:40 21 Oct 25

Fantastic service and communication. Local company. Solved my clogged basement laundry utility sink. Dave and David were courteous, informative, professional and easy to engage with. Scheduling was easy (they came the next day) and they arrived within the expected time window. Transparent pricing and i could also apply a coupon. I will use them again.

Steve P

20:40 21 Oct 25

Ashton Wylde

05:46 21 Oct 25

Great service and Dave their plumber is the best. We have an odd house with even odder plumbing. The pipes are a mess of grandfathered-in open air nonsense, when our pump started making some noises (and a little leaking) after some DIY heat tape adventures (getting ready for colder weather), we were worried that we would need a massive repair but Dave came and looked at it and immediately realized we had unplugged the float plug from the pump plug which was 90% of the problem and the leak just need a little tightening of a flex joint. The company was quick and didn't charge for an estimate or in this case a quick "thats not plugged in right". The experience and the overall professionalism has convinced me that when I do finally need that big repair job, I'll call these guys.

Ashton Wylde

05:46 21 Oct 25

Spencer Charles

05:07 20 Oct 25

Booking an appointment was extremely easy, and we were able to get one just the next day. Communication was excellent with timely reminders and a call before our appointment. Kerry did a fantastic job both advising us and effectively resolving our issue.

Spencer Charles

05:07 20 Oct 25

LuAnn Mitchell

02:38 14 Oct 25

I have all good things to say about 2 Sons Plumbing. My first experience was a few years ago and the whole process went very smoothly. Making the appointment was easy and quick, the repair was done with no problem and I thought the price was fair. Recently, Dave from 2 Sons came out to look at several plumbing problems I was having and, within a matter of minutes, all of the problems were diagnosed. Dave gave me options and estimates all before he left my house. I haven’t had the work done yet but appreciate the information and the prices seemed fair to me. Dave was on time, professional and very knowledgeable. 2 Sons are my go to Plumbers.

LuAnn Mitchell

02:38 14 Oct 25

Kayla Huitt

16:58 13 Oct 25

Bob at 2 Sons Plumbing was amazing! We had a horribly backed up kitchen sink drain and he was able to fix it, and save us some money in the process! He heard what we had to say about our issue and double checked everything. Super friendly and very helpful. Thank you for the amazing work Bob!

Kayla Huitt

16:58 13 Oct 25

Mingmin Zhu

00:31 11 Oct 25

I had great experience with Chase, Riley, Seth, Manu, Nolan with a recent fix. They showed up promptly, transparent about the price upfront, set the expectations right, very professional, got things done perfectly, great communication and very honest and patient to answer all my questions, I will definitely use 2 sons again and will recommend it to my friends and neighbors.

Mingmin Zhu

00:31 11 Oct 25

Arul Menezes

00:41 10 Oct 25

Stellar job by Carey and his team at 2sons today. I had a complex job -- installing a yard hydrant/faucet for a garden across the (private) street. They had to go into the floor of the garage, run piping under the floor, out of the house, across the road. Had to cut into the asphalt, trench down a couple feet, then patch it all up again, including fixing the garage concrete floor. Super job. Looks really clean. Got it all done in a day.

Arul Menezes

00:41 10 Oct 25

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00:04 10 Oct 25

A wonderful experience every time with 2 Sons plumbing. Jake and Angelo helped us with our plumbing issue. They showed up on time and gave a very reasonable estimate for the repair. We ended up replacing a couple of toilets and a part of a sink drain. They came back the next day to complete the work due to our schedule. Excellent communication, prompt, and hard working! Thank you so much Jake and Angelo!! We are very happy with 2 Sons and have used them multiple times.

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