Everyday plumbing repairs in Newcastle
A dripping tap or a toilet that will not stop running might seem minor, but left alone these problems waste water, push up bills and can lead to damage. Handyman Newcastle carries out repair-level plumbing for homes and offices across Newcastle upon Tyne, dealing with the common faults that crop up in kitchens and bathrooms. Many local homes are older terraces with a mix of original and updated pipework, and we are used to working on both.
Please note: we do not carry out any gas or boiler work. Gas appliances, boilers and central heating installation must be handled by a Gas Safe registered engineer.
Plumbing jobs we handle
- Taps – fixing dripping taps, replacing washers and cartridges, and swapping out old kitchen and basin taps for new ones.
- Leaks – tracing and repairing small leaks under sinks, on waste pipes, around fittings and on accessible pipework.
- Toilets – repairing running or slow-filling cisterns, replacing flush mechanisms and fill valves, fixing loose seats and leaking connections.
- Showers – replacing shower heads and hoses, fixing leaking mixer connections and renewing sealant around shower trays and enclosures.
- Blocked sinks and basins – clearing blockages in sinks, basins and baths, and cleaning or replacing traps.
- Radiators – bleeding radiators that are cold at the top and replacing radiator valves where suitable.
- Outside taps – fitting new outside taps and repairing or insulating existing ones before winter.
- Appliance connections – connecting washing machines and dishwashers to existing water supplies and wastes.
Larger jobs such as full bathroom installations, major drainage problems or anything involving gas are outside what we offer, and we will always tell you when you need a specialist.
Small faults worth fixing early
Most of the plumbing problems we see start small. A tap that drips steadily wastes a surprising amount of water over a year, a slow-draining sink usually means a blockage is building in the trap, and a faint damp patch under a basin is often a loose waste fitting or a worn washer. Bathroom sealant that has cracked or gone mouldy can let water seep behind a bath or shower tray and stain the ceiling below. Dealing with these issues while they are minor is quicker and causes far less disruption than waiting until there is visible damage to floors, cupboards or ceilings. If you have noticed any of these signs, it is worth getting them checked.
How a typical plumbing repair works
- Describe the problem. Call 0191 603 0221 or use our contact form. Tell us what you are seeing – a drip, a damp patch, a slow drain – and send a photo if you can.
- Free quote. We will give you a clear quote, or arrange to look first if the cause is not obvious.
- Diagnosis on site. We isolate the water where needed, find the cause and explain what we recommend in plain English.
- Repair. We fix the fault using suitable parts and check for leaks once the water is back on.
- Tidy up. Old parts are removed and the area is left clean and dry.
Why choose Handyman Newcastle?
No hidden fees
We agree the price before starting. If we find a second problem while we are there, we explain it and let you decide what to do.
Dependability
We show up when we say we will. Small plumbing faults are frustrating enough without waiting around for someone who does not arrive.
Honest about our limits
We focus on repair-level plumbing and do it well. We will never attempt gas or boiler work, and if a job needs a specialist plumber or Gas Safe engineer we will say so straight away.
Multiple jobs in one visit
While we fix your tap we can also renew bath sealant, re-hang a bathroom cabinet or touch up the ceiling. Our team covers handyman jobs, carpentry and decorating as well.
Where we work
From our base in Jesmond we cover more than 70 towns and suburbs across Newcastle, North Tyneside, Gateshead, South Tyneside, Washington and Sunderland, south-east Northumberland and north County Durham. We often help customers through our Byker, Killingworth handyman and Birtley handyman service pages. To check your area, visit find a handyman near me.
More ways we can help
Alongside plumbing repairs we offer handyman services for odd jobs, shelves and flat-pack, carpenter services for doors, skirting and kitchen unit fixes, and painting and decorating services to finish a room after a leak has been repaired. See them all on our services page.
Got a drip, leak or blockage? Call 0191 603 0221 or request a free plumbing quote.
