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How Much Does It Cost To Repair A Shower Faucet?

Typical range: $185-$222

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For your project in zip code 98108 with these options, the cost to repair a shower faucet starts at $184.89-$222.18 per faucet. Your actual price will depend on job size, conditions, finish options you choose.

When a shower faucet starts to leak, spurt erratically or run dry, it likely needs repair. Fixing a shower faucet can help lower the cost of utility bills and ensures that showers are much more enjoyable.

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What you can expect
Range per faucet:$184.89$222.18
Range for this type of project:$185$222
Estimate: $204
Basic Labor for Shower Faucet Repair
2
hours
$159$193
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Labor costs for thorough repair under standard conditions. Water supply will be shut off. Adjustments and repairs to faucet will be implemented as needed, and water supply will be turned on to verify leak-free operation. Up to $20 in parts will be included.
Job Supplies for Shower Faucet Repair
1
faucet
$26$30
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Standard supplies and materials used in the repair process, such as connectors, fittings, and mounting hardware.
Standard services
Basic Labor for Shower Faucet Repair
$159 -$193
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2
hours
Labor costs for thorough repair under standard conditions. Water supply will be shut off. Adjustments and repairs to faucet will be implemented as needed, and water supply will be turned on to verify leak-free operation. Up to $20 in parts will be included.
Job Supplies for Shower Faucet Repair
$26 -$30
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1
faucet
Standard supplies and materials used in the repair process, such as connectors, fittings, and mounting hardware.
Optional Services
What you can expect
Range per faucet:
$185 - $222
Range for this type of project:
$185 - $222
Estimate:
$204
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YOUR ESTIMATE
$204

NATIONAL AVERAGE RANGE
$178 -$214
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Repair a shower faucet: national average cost

The national average materials cost to repair a shower faucet is $26.74 per faucet, with a range between $25.02 to $28.47. The total price for labor and materials per faucet is $196.07, coming in between $178.11 to $214.03. Your actual price will depend on your location, job size, conditions and finish options you choose.
cost to repair a shower faucet
National Avg. Materials Cost per faucet$26.74
National Avg. Cost (labor and materials) for 1 faucet$196.07
National Cost Range (labor and materials) for 1 faucet$178.11 - $214.03

Signs That a Shower Faucet Needs a Repair

A malfunctioning shower head doesn't necessarily require a replacement. These are some of the more common signs of a faulty shower faucet, and they can typically be repaired.

  • It's leaking from the base. This usually means the washers, valve assembly or O-rings need to be replaced.
  • Water is dribbling out or spraying inconsistently. This could be a symptom of a faulty aerator or a diverter valve problem.
  • It squeaks when it sprays. This might indicate a problem with worn-out threads.

Cost of Repairing a Shower Faucet

The cost of repairing the faucet can vary widely depending on a few factors, including professional labor rates and the cost of job supplies. Possible replacement parts include connectors, fittings and other mounting hardware.

How a Professional Can Help With Repairing a Shower Faucet

A professional has the experience and knowledge to accurately determine why the shower faucet is having problems and what parts need to be replaced. During the process, the water supply is usually shut off, and adjustments and repairs to the faucet are performed based on the diagnosed problem. Professionals have specialized tools that help them make repairs quickly and can often save the homeowner from having to replace the entire faucet.

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