A faucet that sprays, will not shut off or leaks under the sink can waste a lot of water and damage a cabinet in a short time. Emergency faucet repair means stopping the leak, finding the worn part and either repairing or replacing the faucet, and we do it for Marlboro homes at any hour.
If water is spraying, close the shutoff valve under the sink first. The oval handles are turned clockwise to stop flow.
Faucet problems that cannot wait
- Water spraying from the base or handle.
- A faucet that will not turn off and keeps running.
- A leak under the sink that is wetting the cabinet.
- A supply line that has cracked or sprung a leak.
- Water that suddenly slows to a trickle in one fixture.
What usually fails
Most faucets leak because an internal part has worn. Cartridge faucets use a replaceable cartridge, ball and disc types have seals and springs, and compression faucets use washers that harden over time.
Supply lines and shutoff valves under the sink are the other usual culprits. A braided line that kinks or a valve that has not been turned in years can fail without warning.
| Faucet type | Typical failure | Repair |
|---|---|---|
| Cartridge | Drip from the spout | Replace the cartridge |
| Ball type | Leak at the base | Replace seals and springs |
| Disc type | Slow drip | Replace the cylinder |
| Compression | Drip when shut off | Replace washers and seats |
Repair or replace
A repair makes sense when the faucet body is sound and parts are available. If the finish is corroded or the faucet is discontinued and parts are scarce, replacing it is often less trouble.
We tell you which makes sense before we start, and we bring common parts so many repairs are finished in one visit.
Faucet leaking or spraying?
Close the valve under the sink, then call us.
Faucets in Marlboro kitchens and baths
Marlboro homes from the 1980s and 1990s often have original or early replacement faucets that are now decades old. Kitchen faucets with pull down sprayers add hoses and weights that wear out as well.
If you want to know whether your tap water contributes to buildup on faucet parts, test the tap or ask the water utility for its annual report. The township's 2025 report did not list a hardness figure we can quote.
What affects the price
The price is clear before any work starts.
What to do before we arrive
- Close the shutoff valves under the sink, both hot and cold.
- Place a bucket under any active drip and dry the cabinet floor.
- Take a photo of the faucet and any brand name stamped on it.
- Check whether other fixtures have the same problem, which may point to pressure rather than the faucet.
The brand and model help us bring the right cartridge or seals. If the faucet is old and the finish is worn, tell us whether you would like to replace it, and we can talk through styles that fit your sink and countertop holes.
Single handle faucets suit most kitchens, while bathroom sinks may use a widespread set with three holes. Matching the new faucet to the sink avoids a second trip to fix a bad fit.
Related pages
If water is leaking from a fixture and you cannot find the source, see leak detection. For other fixtures, see toilet repair. We repair faucets in Marlboro, Freehold Township and Holmdel.
Frequently asked questions
Yes. Call (732) 466-1098 at any hour. If a faucet is spraying, we will tell you how to shut it off first.
A worn cartridge, washer or seal is the usual cause. Replacing the part normally fixes it.
Yes. We install customer supplied faucets, and we can recommend features if you are still choosing.
It adds up over time, and the damage from a slow leak under the sink can be worse than the wasted water.
Do not force it. Shut the main water off and call us, because a seized valve may need replacing.
Yes. The sprayer hose, the weight and the diverter are all common repair points.