About This Service
A leaking outside faucet may seem like a small nuisance, but it can waste water, drive up utility bills, and cause damage to siding or the foundation. At Sea Glass Plumbing, we handle hose bib repairs and replacements every week, and we make sure the fix is clean, durable, and up to code.
What a Hose Bib Is
A hose bib, sometimes called a wall hydrant or sillcock, is the outdoor faucet where you attach your garden hose. It connects the exterior of your home to the water supply inside the wall, which means a small leak outside can hide a larger issue behind the siding.
Why Hose Bibs Start Leaking
Most leaks come from worn washers, loose packing nuts, or freeze damage. In older homes around the Outer Banks, the internal parts can corrode or crack. If the faucet drips even when tightly closed, the stem may be worn out. If water appears behind the siding, the pipe itself may have split. We inspect the entire setup so you get a correct, lasting repair.
Warranty on Repairs and Replacements
When we repair or replace a hose bib, we stand behind the work. If a new part fails during the warranty window, we return and take care of it. Our goal is to make sure you do not have to revisit the same problem twice.
Upgraded Anti-Siphon Protection
We install modern hose bibs with built-in vacuum breakers or anti-siphon valves. These prevent contaminated water from being pulled back into the home during pressure changes. Many areas require this upgrade, and even when not required, it is an inexpensive way to protect your water supply.
Proper Winterization Steps
Before freezing weather hits, disconnect the hose, shut off any interior valve feeding the hose bib, and drain the line fully. Leaving a hose attached traps water, which expands when frozen and can split the faucet or the pipe in the wall.
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