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Signs Your Taps Need Attention

A dripping tap rarely fixes itself. Left alone, a worn washer or ceramic disc can turn into a constant drip that wastes a surprising amount of water and pushes up your water bill. Mixer taps that leak from the base or handle often point to a failing cartridge or O-ring, while a wall mixer that leaks into the cavity behind the tiles can cause hidden damage long before you notice a stain.

Outdoor taps and laundry mixers take a beating from constant use and weather, so seized hose cocks, weeping isolation valves and cracked vacuum breakers are common across Wivenhoe Pocket properties. If a tap has become stiff, hard to turn, or won't shut off fully, it's usually a sign that internal components have worn down and need replacing before the problem worsens.

Flexi hoses and supply lines under the sink or vanity are another common culprit, particularly on older fittings. A slow leak at the tap tail can go unnoticed inside a cabinet for weeks, quietly damaging joinery and flooring until it's finally discovered.