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Tap Replacement in Swindon

Professional tap replacement service in Swindon.

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Professional tap replacement in Swindon. Kitchen taps, bathroom taps, mixer taps fitted and tested.

Swindon Plumbers provides professional tap replacement services across Swindon and surrounding areas. Our fully insured engineers carry parts on every van and provide upfront quotes before any work begins.

For tap replacement in Swindon, call 01793 544 101. We aim to respond within 2 hours for emergencies, or within 2 working days for non-urgent work. Our opening hours are Monday to Thursday 8:30am–6pm and Friday 9am–4pm.

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Signs Your Stop Tap Needs Replacing

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Won't turn or is seized solid

You try to turn it and the handle won't budge, or it snaps off in your hand. Gate valves seize after years of not being used, especially in hard water areas like Swindon. If you can't turn it, you can't isolate the water in an emergency, and that's dangerous.

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Leaking from the spindle

Water drips from the top of the valve where the handle spindle goes through. This is usually because the gland packing inside has perished. You can sometimes tighten the gland nut to stop it, but if it's old, it's better to replace the whole valve.

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Doesn't shut the water off completely

You turn it fully clockwise (closed) but water still dribbles through. The gate inside is worn or corroded and doesn't seal properly. This is common in old gate valves. You can't isolate the water properly, so it needs replacing.

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Handle spins but valve doesn't move

The handle turns but you can still hear water flowing. The internal mechanism has failed (spindle broken, gate detached, or threads stripped). The valve's useless and needs replacing immediately.

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Corrosion or green staining around it

Green corrosion (verdigris) on copper pipes around the stop tap means it's been leaking for a while. Even if it's not actively dripping now, it's corroded inside and will fail soon. Replace it before it becomes an emergency.

What to Do Before We Arrive

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Don't force a seized stop tap

If it won't turn, don't keep forcing it. You'll snap the handle off or crack the valve body and make it worse. If you need to turn the water off urgently and the internal stop tap won't work, use the boundary stop cock in the pavement outside your house.

2

Clear under the sink

The stop tap's usually under the kitchen sink. Clear out all the bottles, cleaning products, and junk stored under there so we can access it easily. Makes the job faster and you won't have to move wet, dirty stuff while we're working.

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Check if you've got a boundary stop cock

There should be a boundary stop cock in the pavement outside your house (Yorkshire Water's valve). We'll need to turn that off while we replace your internal stop tap. If you can't find it, don't worry, we'll locate it.

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Warn people in the house

We'll need to turn the water off for about 30 minutes to an hour while we fit the new valve. Let anyone in the house know so they don't try to use taps, flush toilets, or run washing machines while we're working.

How We Replace Stop Taps

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Turn off the water at the boundary stop cock

We'll locate the boundary stop cock in the pavement outside your house and turn it off. This isolates the water supply so we can work on your internal stop tap without flooding the place. We carry a stop cock key on the van.

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Drain the pipe

We'll open a tap downstairs to drain any water sitting in the pipe between the boundary stop cock and your internal stop tap. This stops water gushing out when we cut the pipe.

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Remove the old stop tap

We'll cut out the old valve using a pipe cutter or hacksaw. If it's soldered in, we'll heat the joints to remove it. If it's compression-fitted, we'll undo the nuts. Old gate valves are often crusted with limescale and corrosion, so they don't come apart nicely.

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Fit the new quarter-turn valve

We'll measure the gap and fit a new quarter-turn lever valve. These are much better than old gate valves: they turn 90 degrees to shut off (not multiple turns), they don't seize, and they're easier to operate in an emergency. We'll solder or compression-fit it depending on the pipe type.

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Test and restore water

We'll turn the water back on at the boundary stop cock and check for leaks at the new valve. We'll test the new valve opens and closes smoothly. Once it's all sound, you're done. We'll leave it in the open position so you've got water again.

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Tap Replacement Pricing

Upfront prices, no nasty surprises

We'll always tell you the cost before we start. These are typical price ranges, your exact quote depends on the job.

ServiceTypical Cost
Tap replacement£80–£200

All prices are estimated. Final costs depend on the specific job. We provide detailed quotes before starting work.

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Common Questions

Got questions? Here's the quick answers.

How much does tap replacement cost in Swindon?
Fitting a new tap in Swindon typically costs between £60 and £120 for labour, plus the cost of the tap itself. We can source taps or fit ones you have already purchased.
Can I buy my own tap for you to fit?
Yes. Just make sure it fits your existing tap holes. If you are unsure, send us a photo and we will advise before you buy.
How long does it take to replace a tap?
Most tap replacements take 30 to 60 minutes. Older fittings that are seized can take longer.
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