A leaky faucet repair costs $100 to $400 per repair in 2026
A leaky faucet repair costs $100 to $400 in 2026. Angi says a pro charges $125 to $350 for a small job like faucet repair, and $100 to $400 covers a minimum service visit. HomeGuide says small plumbing repairs average $125 to $350. Bob Vila lists a service call at $100 to $350. The plumber's hourly rate and the cause of the leak move the price.
What price guides say
We checked 3 price guides and read every number on their pages on October 7, 2026. They do not all measure the same thing, so read each line for what it counts.
| Source | What it found |
|---|---|
| Angi | Angi says a pro plumber charges $125 to $350 for a small job like faucet repair, and $100 to $400 covers a minimum service visit. |
| HomeGuide | HomeGuide says plumbers charge $45 to $150 per hour, small repairs average $125 to $350, and service call fees run $50 to $150. |
| Bob Vila | Bob Vila lists plumbers at $45 to $200 per hour and a service call fee of $100 to $350 that covers the first hour. |
Leaky faucet repair cost by billing type
| Item | Price | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Small plumbing job such as faucet repair | $125 to $350 | Angi |
| Minimum service visit | $100 to $400 | Angi |
| Small plumbing repairs, average | $125 to $350 | HomeGuide |
| Service call fee | $50 to $150 | HomeGuide |
| Faucet installation if replaced | $120 to $300 | HomeGuide |
| Service call, first hour | $100 to $350 | Bob Vila |
| Plumber, per hour | $45 to $200 | Bob Vila |
| After hours fee | $100 to $350 | Bob Vila |
Every number in this table was read on one of the source pages listed at the bottom of this page.
What pushes the price up
| What | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Hourly rate | Plumbers charge by skill. Bob Vila lists $45 to $90 for apprentices, $70 to $120 for journeypeople, and $90 to $200 or more for master plumbers. |
| Service call fee | Many plumbers charge a fee to show up. HomeGuide lists $50 to $150, and Bob Vila lists $100 to $350 with the first hour included. |
| Cause of the leak | A worn washer is a quick fix, but a bad cartridge or valve takes longer. A longer job means more labor time and more parts. |
| Emergency or after hours | Night and weekend calls cost more. Bob Vila lists $100 to $350 on top of the hourly rate, and HomeGuide says double or triple time. |
| Faucet type | Old or rare faucets can need special parts or a full swap. HomeGuide lists faucet installation at $120 to $300 if the faucet must be replaced. |
What the price includes
The price normally covers the plumber's trip and time to find the leak and fix it, such as new washers, O-rings, or a cartridge. Big parts, a whole new faucet, or work on the pipes under the sink cost extra. Trip fees and after hours fees also add up. Ask if parts are in the quote. It does not include tax or extras the provider adds on the day.
DIY or hire a pro
Many faucet leaks come from a worn washer, O-ring, or cartridge, and these parts are cheap. If you can shut off the water under the sink and follow a guide, a DIY fix can cost only the tools and parts. Angi has a guide on how to fix a leaky faucet. Hire a plumber if the shutoff valve will not close, the leak is in the wall, or the faucet is old and parts do not fit. Angi says a pro charges $125 to $350 for a small job. A wrong fix can cause a bigger leak.
How to tell you need it
Look for a drip from the spout when the handle is off, water pooling at the base, or a faucet that feels stiff or loose. A steady drip wastes water and can raise your bill, and it can stain the sink. A leak under the sink can hurt the cabinet, so fix it soon.
How to judge your quote
- Does the quote include the service call fee and the first hour?
- Are parts such as washers or a cartridge in the price?
- Is there an after hours or weekend charge?
- Will the plumber tell you the cost before starting more work?
- Compare the total with the range above: $100 to $400 per repair for most people in 2026.
Ways to pay less
- Ask about the service call fee first. HomeGuide lists $50 to $150, so a plumber who waives it when you hire them saves you money.
- Book during work hours. Bob Vila lists $100 to $350 extra for after hours calls, so a slow drip can wait for the next day.
- Group small jobs into one visit. Fix the faucet and any other minor plumbing problems together so you pay one service call fee.
- Try a simple fix yourself. A new washer or O-ring is cheap, and Angi has a guide on how to fix a leaky faucet.
- Get two quotes by phone. Ask for the trip fee, the hourly rate, and the usual parts cost before the plumber comes.
Why this costs more in 2026
Trade labor now runs about $75 to $150 an hour in most of the US. Lumber, steel, copper, PVC and concrete all cost more than in 2024, and freight went up after the oil shock that began with the Iran war in February 2026. Plumbers charge a service call fee plus an hourly rate, so even a small drip fix carries a base cost in 2026, with Bob Vila listing service calls at $100 to $350.
How we got these numbers
The range on this page comes from Angi, HomeGuide and Bob Vila. We opened each source page and read every number on it on October 7, 2026. Where the sources disagree, the table above shows each one so you can see the spread. These are planning ranges, not quotes. The written price you are given is the real price.
Common questions
How much does it cost to fix a leaky faucet?
Angi says $125 to $350 for a small job like faucet repair. HomeGuide says small plumbing repairs average $125 to $350.
How much do plumbers charge per hour?
Bob Vila lists $45 to $200 an hour, from apprentices to master plumbers. HomeGuide lists $45 to $150 per hour.
Is it cheaper to replace a faucet than repair it?
Usually not. HomeGuide lists kitchen faucets at $130 to $350 plus $120 to $250 to install. A small repair is often priced below that.
What is a service call fee?
It is a fee for the plumber to come to your home. HomeGuide lists $50 to $150, and Bob Vila lists $100 to $350 that covers the first hour.
Do after hours calls cost more?
Yes. Bob Vila lists an after hours fee of $100 to $350 on top of the hourly rate. HomeGuide says weekend rates can be double or triple time.