Dripping kitchen faucets, leaking bathroom taps, stiff handles, and low water pressure — we fix and replace faucets from every major brand. From cartridge replacements to full fixture upgrades, we provide fast, reliable faucet service for North Bay homes and businesses.
North Bay Plumbers repairs and installs kitchen and bathroom faucets across North Bay, Callander, and Sturgeon Falls. A dripping faucet wastes up to 11,000 litres of water per year — that's money down the drain on every water bill. We fix dripping faucets, replace worn cartridges and valve seats, repair leaking handles and bases, and install new fixtures from Moen, Delta, Kohler, and all major brands. Same-day service available for most faucet repairs. Our rate is $225/hr, and most repairs are completed in under an hour. Call 705-482-1253.
A dripping faucet isn't just annoying — it's wasting water, damaging finishes, and often signalling a bigger issue behind the wall. Don't wait for it to get worse.
Whether it's a quick cartridge swap or a full kitchen faucet upgrade, here's exactly how we work — no guessing, no surprises.
We examine the faucet, identify the brand and model, check the cartridge or valve seat, inspect supply lines and shut-off valves, and determine whether the issue is the faucet itself or the plumbing behind it. For kitchen faucets, we also check the sprayer hose and diverter.
We explain what's causing the drip, leak, or malfunction in plain language. If the faucet is repairable — worn cartridge, bad O-ring, clogged aerator — we quote the repair. If the cartridge is discontinued, the valve body is corroded, or the fixture is past its lifespan, we'll recommend replacement and help you choose the right one for your sink.
For repairs, we replace the cartridge, O-rings, valve seat, or other worn components — most repairs take 30-45 minutes. For new installations, we remove the old faucet, clean the mounting surface, install the new fixture, connect supply lines with braided stainless steel hoses, and ensure every connection is watertight.
We run hot and cold water, check every connection point for leaks (supply lines, mounting nuts, sprayer hose), verify smooth handle operation and proper temperature mixing, and test the sprayer or pull-down head if applicable. No drips under full pressure.
We clean the work area, wipe down the new or repaired faucet, organize everything under the sink, and remove old parts and packaging. Your kitchen or bathroom is ready to use immediately — no mess left behind.
North Bay's water conditions, housing stock, and climate create faucet problems you won't find in a generic plumbing guide. Here's what we deal with every week.
North Bay's municipal water from Lake Nipissing carries mineral content that builds up inside faucet cartridges, aerators, and valve seats. This is the number one reason faucets drip, stiffen, and lose pressure in North Bay homes. We replace cartridges with hard-water-rated components and clean aerators of calcium and lime deposits to restore full flow.
Rural properties around Callander and Corbeil run on well water that's even harder on faucet internals than municipal supply. Higher iron and mineral concentrations cause cartridges to fail in 2-3 years instead of 5-7. If you're on well water, we recommend Moen or Delta cartridges rated for high-mineral environments and can advise on whole-home water treatment to extend fixture life.
Many homes in West Ferris and Downtown North Bay still have original plumbing from the 1960s-1980s with outdated faucet connections, galvanized supply lines, and gate-style shut-off valves that don't fully close. When we replace a faucet in an older home, we also upgrade the shut-off valves to quarter-turn ball valves and replace corroded supply lines — preventing future leaks and making future maintenance easier.
North Bay's freeze-thaw cycles — temperatures swinging from -30°C to above freezing — stress faucet connections and supply line fittings. Repeated expansion and contraction loosens compression fittings under sinks, especially on exterior walls. We see a spike in under-sink leaks every spring. Braided stainless steel supply lines and proper torque on connections prevent these seasonal failures.
We believe in transparent pricing. Here's what faucet repairs and installations typically cost — no hidden fees, no surprises. Our standard rate is $225/hr.
Most faucet repairs in North Bay cost $150-$300. A cartridge replacement runs $150-$225. Valve seat repair or O-ring replacement is $150-$200. New faucet installation (labour only) costs $250-$600 depending on complexity and whether supply lines need updating. We always quote before starting work.
If the faucet is under 10 years old and the issue is a worn cartridge or O-ring, repair it — these are affordable fixes. If the faucet is over 15 years old, has corrosion on the body, the cartridge is discontinued, or you're seeing mineral damage from North Bay's hard water, replacement is the smarter investment.
A dripping faucet almost always means a worn cartridge (in single-handle faucets) or deteriorated valve seat and washer (in two-handle faucets). North Bay's hard water accelerates this wear by depositing minerals on internal seals. The drip won't stop on its own — it gets worse. A cartridge replacement typically costs $150-$225 and stops the drip permanently.
Yes. We install customer-supplied faucets from any brand — Moen, Delta, Kohler, Pfister, American Standard, and others. We'll verify it's compatible with your sink configuration (single-hole, three-hole, or widespread) before starting. Labour for installation runs $250-$400 depending on complexity.
Low pressure from a single faucet usually means a clogged aerator (mineral buildup from North Bay's hard water), a partially closed shut-off valve under the sink, or a failing cartridge restricting flow. If pressure is low throughout the house, the issue is likely the main supply, not the faucet. We diagnose both scenarios.
A straightforward faucet replacement takes 45-90 minutes. If the shut-off valves need replacing or the supply lines are corroded (common in older North Bay homes in West Ferris and Downtown), add another 30-60 minutes. We handle everything in a single visit — no return trips needed.