Cartridge and seal repair
Cartridges, O-rings, and seats are matched to your faucet brand and model, not forced to fit.
Plumbing Service · Hermitage, TN
A faucet that drips once a second wastes thousands of gallons a year, and a sink that leaks underneath ruins the cabinet before anyone notices. We identify the faucet type, replace the failed cartridge or seal, and check every connection under the sink.
Mon–Fri: 7AM – 7PM · Sat: 8AM – 4PM · 24/7 for emergencies. Burst pipe or flooding? Shut off the main water valve first, then call.

What to look for
A faucet that drips once a second wastes thousands of gallons a year, and a sink that leaks underneath ruins the cabinet before anyone notices. We identify the faucet type, replace the failed cartridge or seal, and check every connection under the sink.
If you have one of these symptoms, describe it when you call (615) 436-9486. The symptom, the fixture, and whether water is still running help us prioritise your visit and tell you what to shut off while you wait. If water is flooding, shut off the main valve first – see our emergency plumbing page for the steps.
How we fix it
Every visit follows the same pattern: find the fault, show you what we found, price the options, and only then do the work. No part is replaced on a guess.
Cartridges, O-rings, and seats are matched to your faucet brand and model, not forced to fit.
Supply lines, shut-off valves, P-trap, and disposal connections are checked for leaks while we are there.
Aerators are cleaned and pressure is compared at the faucet, so a clogged aerator is not mistaken for a supply problem.
Replacement faucets are installed with new supply lines and seals, levelled, and tested hot and cold.
Hermitage homes
Kitchen and bathroom faucets in Hermitage see heavy daily use, and hard water leaves scale on aerators and cartridges that makes handles stiff and flow weak. Before replacing a faucet for low pressure, we clean the aerator and check the shut-off valves: in many homes the fix is cleaning and a new cartridge, and the faucet itself has years left.
Homes across Hermitage and Davidson County vary widely in age and plumbing material, so the same symptom can have different causes in different streets. That is why diagnosis comes first: a slow drain in a newer home and a slow drain in an older home with mature trees in the yard are not the same job, and they should not get the same quote. We explain the cause we found in your home, in plain language, before recommending a repair.
| What we find | What it usually means | Our recommendation |
|---|---|---|
| Drip from the spout, faucet under 10 years | Cartridge or seal failure | Repair |
| Handle or cartridge obsolete, parts unavailable | Repair may cost more than replacement | Replace |
| Leak under the sink, supply line corroded | Replace the line and check the valve | Repair |
| Faucet corroded through, finish failing | Replacement is the durable fix | Replace |
This table is a guide, not a quote. Your upfront price depends on the fault found, the parts needed, and access in your home. See our plumbing cost guide for typical estimate ranges, labelled as estimates only.
Simple & Straightforward
Call us. Tell us the symptom, where the water is, and whether it is still running. We find a time that works and confirm it so you are not waiting around.
Your plumber finds the actual fault, shows you what is going on, and explains it in plain words – including what you can safely check yourself next time.
You get your options with real numbers before any work starts. Repair it now, repair it later, or replace it: you decide, no pressure.
We repair, run water through the system, check for leaks under pressure, and clean up. We make sure everything works before we leave.
Why Homeowners Call Us
Questions
Usually a worn cartridge, washer, or O-ring that no longer seals. The part depends on the faucet type, which is why we identify the brand and model before ordering.
Often yes. A clogged aerator, a partly closed shut-off valve, or a scaled cartridge are the usual causes. Low pressure at every fixture is a different problem: see our water-line and leak pages.
Either way works. If you buy one, keep the receipt and model number and we will install it. If we supply it, we match it to your sink, holes, and water connections and warranty the installation.
A steady drip is urgent for the cabinet and floor, even if it looks small. Put a bucket under it, shut off that sink's valves if you can, and call us before the cabinet base softens.
Call (615) 436-9486 and describe the symptom, the fixture, and whether water is still running. We give you a time window, tell you what to shut off while you wait, diagnose the fault on site, and quote an upfront price before any work begins. Emergencies are answered 24/7.
Still unsure? Call (615) 436-9486 and describe what you are seeing. We would rather answer a question than have a small leak become a large repair.
Related services
Clogged kitchen sink, jammed disposal, dishwasher backup, or leaking sprayer? Kitchen lines cleared and sealed.
Learn more →Dripping shower, low pressure, slow tub drain, or a valve that scalds? Repaired safely, tested at every setting.
Learn more →Hidden leak, damp wall, rising water bill, or musty smell? We locate it without tearing your home apart.
Learn more →Running toilet, weak flush, rocking, or leaking at the base? Fixed properly, with the floor checked underneath.
Learn more →Pressure too high, too low, banging pipes, or leaking fixtures everywhere? The regulator and supply are tested, not guessed.
Learn more →New sink, toilet, shower, or a full bathroom remodel? Rough-in, finish, and testing done in the right order.
Learn more →On the job
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Where we work
We offer faucet & sink repair in every Hermitage neighborhood we serve, from our base at 3442 Lebanon Pike. Choose your neighborhood for local information, or see all service areas, typical cost ranges, and how a visit runs.
Don’t see your brand? No problem – our plumbers work on all major makes and models. Call (615) 436-9486 and tell us the brand and model number on the rating plate. Brand names are trademarks of their owners; Hermitage Plumber Near You is an independent local plumbing service and is not affiliated with or endorsed by any brand listed.
One call gets a local plumber on the way. Mon–Fri 7AM–7PM, Sat 8AM–4PM, and 24/7 for emergencies. Tell us the symptom and whether water is still running, and we will tell you what to shut off while you wait.
Schedule Service · (615) 436-9486
Mon–Fri: 7AM – 7PM · Sat: 8AM – 4PM · 24/7 Emergency Service