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Faucet Repair and Replacement in Berkeley, CA
A drip that won’t stop, a handle that’s hard to turn, or a leak under the sink. Here is when a faucet is worth repairing, when to replace it, and what each usually costs.
A dripping faucet usually needs a new cartridge, washer or O-ring, which is a repair, not a replacement. Homewyse estimated a leaky faucet repair at $269 to $324 per faucet in May 2026. Replacing a kitchen faucet averages $262 according to HomeAdvisor, with most jobs between $162 and $364 before the cost of a pricier faucet.
Repair or replace?
- Repair it when the faucet is a decent brand, parts are still sold, and the problem is a drip, a stiff handle or a leak at the spout base.
- Replace it when the body is cracked or corroded, parts are discontinued, it has been repaired more than once, or you want a different style anyway.
- Check the shutoff valves. In older Berkeley homes, the small valves under the sink are often decades old and may not close fully, or may start leaking once they’re turned. Replacing them while the faucet is off is common and saves a second visit.
- Look under the sink. Water in the cabinet may come from the supply lines, the drain trap or the sink seal rather than the faucet itself.
Typical faucet costs
| Job | Reported cost |
|---|---|
| Leaky faucet repair | $269 to $324 per faucet (Homewyse, May 2026) |
| Leaky faucet repair | $200 to $330 on average (HomeAdvisor) |
| Kitchen faucet replacement | $162 to $364, average $262 (HomeAdvisor) |
| Bathtub faucet repair or replacement | $300 to $450, average $350 (HomeAdvisor) |
National figures. HomeAdvisor notes that complex kitchen faucet installs can run $320 to $1,600, and the faucet itself can cost from $25 to over $1,000. Bay Area labor usually costs more. These are not quotes.
Before you call
Note the brand (often printed on the base or handle) and take a photo of the faucet and the space under the sink. That helps a plumber bring the right cartridge on the first visit.
Water spraying under the sink? Turn the shutoff valves under the sink clockwise. If they won’t stop it, shut off the main water valve.
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Common questions
Is it worth repairing a dripping faucet?
Usually yes. Most drips come from a worn cartridge, washer or O-ring. Replacement makes more sense if the faucet body is cracked or corroded, or parts are no longer made.
How much does it cost to fix a leaky faucet?
Homewyse estimated $269 to $324 per faucet in May 2026. HomeAdvisor reports $200 to $330 on average. Simple repairs can cost less.
How much does a new kitchen faucet cost to install?
HomeAdvisor reports $162 to $364 for replacement, averaging $262, with complex installs reaching $1,600. The faucet itself is extra.
Should the shutoff valves be replaced too?
In older homes, often yes. Old valves may not close fully or may leak once turned, and replacing them during the faucet job avoids a second visit.
Drip, leak or new faucet?
Call and you’ll be connected with an independent, licensed plumber who can tell you whether to repair or replace, with a written price first.