Bathroom tap replacement in Newton Abbot
Looking for professional bathroom tap replacement help in Newton Abbot? Hembury Contracting provides reliable plumbing services across Newton Abbot and surrounding areas.
Price Guide
£60-£110
Typical Duration
1-1.5 hrs
Location
Newton Abbot
Bathroom basin taps replaced with modern fixtures that work smoothly and don't leak. I remove your old taps, fit the new ones properly, and connect everything leak-free.
### Time For New Taps?
Dripping taps, stiff handles, worn chrome showing brass underneath - **old bathroom taps** ruin an otherwise decent basin. New taps transform the look and feel of your bathroom for surprisingly little money and hassle.
> 💡 **Pro tip:** When buying bathroom taps, check they're rated for low pressure if you've got a combi boiler or tank-fed hot water. High-pressure taps in low-pressure systems can dribble pathetically or not work at all.
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### Proper Fitting vs Rushed Job
Tap fitting looks simple, but shortcuts cause problems:
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Done Wrong | |--------------|---------------| | Taps sit level and square on basin | Wonky, leaning to one side | | Connections tight but not overtightened | Drips from connectors, or cracked fittings | | Proper isolation valves fitted | Have to turn mains off every time | | Waste connected with correct fall | Slow drainage, standing water | | Sealant under tap base | Water creeps under, creates crud |
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### What You Get
**🔧 The Full Service**
| Stage | What Happens | |-------|--------------| | **Remove** | Old taps disconnected and removed carefully | | **Check** | Basin inspected, holes cleaned, pipework assessed | | **Fit** | New taps installed level and secure | | **Connect** | Hot and cold supplies connected with proper fittings | | **Test** | Everything checked for leaks and smooth operation |
**📦 You're Left With** - New taps fitted and working perfectly - Isolation valves on supplies (if not already there) - All connections leak-free - Old taps removed and binned - Basin area cleaned and tidy
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### Pricing Guide
| Job Type | Estimated Time | You'll Pay | |----------|----------------|------------| | Simple tap swap (like-for-like) | 1 hr | **£60** | | Tap replacement with isolation valves | 1-1.5 hrs | **£60-£85** | | Mixer tap replacing separate taps | 1.5 hrs | **£85** | | Wall-hung basin tap change | 1.5-2 hrs | **£85-£110** |
*Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Doesn't include the taps themselves.*
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### Perfect For Your Project If...
✅ **Tired old taps** - worn, stiff, or looking dated
✅ **Dripping constantly** - new washers haven't helped
✅ **Bathroom refresh** - new taps without full renovation
✅ **Different style** - going from pillar taps to a mixer
Why Choose Us for Bathroom tap replacement in Newton Abbot?
Old taps removed and new ones fitted properly
Works with your existing plumbing
No leaks, smooth operation guaranteed
Advice on tap choice if you haven't bought yet
What to Expect
### Step 1: Disconnect Old Taps I turn off the water (isolation valves if you've got them, or mains if not), then disconnect the old taps. They come away from the basin and I remove all the old fixings and gunk. ### Step 2: Clean & Check Basin holes get cleaned up, any old sealant removed. I check the waste is OK and the pipework's in good shape. If anything needs attention, I'll let you know now. ### Step 3: Fit New Taps New taps go through the basin holes with proper seals underneath. I tighten them from below so they sit level and secure. No wobbling when you turn them.
Our Newton Abbot Service Coverage
We cover Newton Abbot and a 30-mile radius from Exeter, meaning you get local service with the backing of an established business. Whether you're in the centre of Newton Abbot or in the surrounding villages, we're here to help.
Good to Know
> 🚰 **Low water pressure?** Make sure you buy taps rated for it. Some modern designer taps need decent pressure to work properly. If in doubt, go for taps marked "suitable for all systems" or "low pressure compatible". **Mixer taps vs pillar taps** - mixers look cleaner and more modern, but you need the right hole configuration. Most modern basins have 2 or 3 holes. Single-hole mixers need a 1-hole basin or a blanking plate. **Chrome peeling off old taps?** It won't polish back - that's brass showing through where the chrome's worn away. New taps are the only fix, but the good news is modern chrome plating lasts much longer. **Already bought your taps?** Check in the box for the waste kit - often it's separate. You'll need a clicker waste or pop-up waste to match your new taps.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bathroom tap replacement in Newton Abbot
Can I just replace the taps without changing the basin?
Usually yes, as long as your new taps have the same number of holes as the old ones (or you're going from separate taps to a mixer). I check the hole spacing matches, fit the new taps, connect them up, job done.
My bathroom taps are stiff and hard to turn - can you fix them?
Sometimes new washers help, but if the tap bodies are worn or corroded inside, replacement's the better option. New taps give you years of smooth operation, old taps with new washers might be stiff again in months.
Do I need to buy the taps myself?
Either way works. If you've already got them, great - just make sure they'll fit your basin. If not, I can advise on what'll work and pick them up. Basin taps usually come with the waste kit which is handy.
How long does changing bathroom taps take?
Straightforward swap on a pedestal basin is usually an hour to 90 minutes. Wall-hung basins or taps in awkward positions can take longer because access to the underside is trickier.
Will my hot water pressure be better with new taps?
New taps won't fix pressure problems - that's your pipework or boiler. But they'll flow better than worn old taps, and modern aerators make lower pressure feel stronger. If pressure's genuinely poor, I'll let you know what's causing it.
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