Click clack waste repair in Exeter
Professional click clack waste repair services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
30 mins
Location
Exeter, Devon
Click clack waste that won't click? Basin plug stuck down or won't seal? Quick repair or replacement to get your basin working properly again.
That Annoying Basin Plug That Won't Work
You know the drill: push it once, nothing. Push it harder, still stuck. Or it pops up but won't stay down to hold water. Or it stays down but won't pop back up.
Click clack wastes are brilliant when they work, absolutely infuriating when they don't.
💡 Pro tip: Most click clack failures are caused by hair and gunk jamming the mechanism. Regular cleaning extends their life significantly.
Common Click Clack Problems
| Issue | What's Happening | Fix |
|---|---|---|
| Won't pop up | Mechanism jammed with debris | Clean or replace |
| Won't stay down | Spring broken or seal gone | Replace unit |
| Drains when closed | Rubber seal perished | Replace seal or unit |
| Stiff to push | Needs lubrication or cleaning | Service or replace |
What You Get
🔧 Quick Diagnosis
- I check what's actually wrong
- Clean it if that's all it needs
- Replace if it's beyond repair
📦 Standard Parts Included
- Chrome click clack waste (if replacement needed)
- New seals and washers
- All fixings and gaskets
✅ Tested Working
- Push-click action smooth
- Holds water without leaking
- Drains completely when open
Pricing
| Job | Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Click clack repair/replacement | 30 mins | £60 |
Fixed price includes standard chrome replacement if needed. Fancy finishes (brushed nickel, gold, etc.) may cost extra for parts.
When to Call
✅ Plug stuck down - can't open to drain
✅ Won't hold water - drains even when "closed"
✅ Hard to click - takes force to operate
✅ Won't pop up - have to manually lift it
Why Choose Us for Click clack waste repair in Exeter?
Basin holds water properly again
Smooth push-click action restored
No more leaking or stuck plugs
Quick 30-minute fix
What to Expect
Step 1: Quick Assessment
I check what's wrong with the click clack - sometimes it just needs cleaning, sometimes it's knackered.
Step 2: Access & Remove
Get under the basin, disconnect the waste trap, remove the old click clack mechanism from underneath.
Step 3: Clean or Replace
Either service the existing one if it's salvageable, or fit a new click clack waste. Test it works smoothly, reconnect everything, check for leaks.
🔧 DIY Tips
Fancy having a go yourself? Here's how:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Adjustable wrench or slip-joint pliers
- Bucket (for water in the trap)
- Old towel
- New click clack waste (if replacing)
- PTFE tape or plumber's putty
🔨 How to replace it
- Turn off water supply - not essential but safer
- Clear under basin - you need to get right under there
- Place bucket - under the waste trap to catch water
- Disconnect trap - unscrew the curved pipe below basin
- Unscrew waste - large nut holds the click clack from underneath
- Remove old waste - pull out from above
- Clean basin hole - remove old putty/sealant
- Fit new waste - putty or rubber seal, insert from top
- Tighten from below - hand-tight plus quarter turn
- Reconnect trap - don't over-tighten
- Test - fill basin, check for drips underneath
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Over-tightening the waste nut (cracks the basin)
- Wrong size waste (32mm vs 40mm - measure first)
- Forgetting the rubber washer
- Not testing for leaks before putting stuff back under basin
💡 Pro trick: Before you buy a new one, try cleaning the existing mechanism. Take it apart, soak in white vinegar overnight, rinse thoroughly, lubricate with silicone spray. Works surprisingly often.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🏠 Old Exeter houses? Basin wastes on older ceramic basins can be seized solid. Sometimes needs persuasion (read: force) to remove without cracking the basin. I'll assess before starting if it looks risky.
Multiple bathrooms? If one click clack's failed, others are probably the same age and might go soon. Happy to check them all while I'm there.
Getting a new basin soon? Might be worth waiting rather than spending money on fixing the old waste. I'll give you an honest opinion on whether it's worth repairing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's a click clack waste and why does it stop working?
It's that push-down basin plug that pops up and down when you press it. They stop working when the spring mechanism gets gunked up with hair and soap scum, or when the seal perishes. Common problem in every bathroom.
Can you fix it or does it need replacing?
Depends what's wrong. If it's just stuck or stiff, I can often clean and service it. If the mechanism's broken or the seal's gone, I'll replace it with a new one. I carry standard chrome ones in the van.
Will you have the right replacement part?
I carry standard chrome click clack wastes which fit most basins. If yours is a fancy finish or unusual size, I can usually get it same-day from the plumber's merchant. I'll let you know when I see it.
How long does it take?
Usually about 30 minutes. Most of that's working under the basin to disconnect and reconnect the waste. The actual click clack swap takes 5 minutes.
My basin drains really slowly - will fixing the click clack help?
If the plug isn't sealing properly, yes. But slow draining is often a blocked trap or pipework. I'll check that while I'm under there and let you know what's needed. No extra charge to diagnose it.
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