Call us, message us on WhatsApp, or request your quote online — we'll reply in under 10 minutes during business hours. A simple replacement of a kitchen or basin mixer tap: 30-60 minutes. If flexible hoses or stop valves need replacing due to wear: 1-2 hours. Another common pattern: leaks that appear within the first month after returning to a property after the low season. Pipes inactive for months suffer thermal changes, and the pressure when turning on the taps again reveals accumulated weaknesses. If the property has been closed for four or five months, the first opening should be done slowly while monitoring the water meter.

The single-lever mixer is the most common in both kitchens and bathrooms. A single lever controls flow and temperature. It's convenient, fast, and economical. Thermostatic is the next category: two separate controls, one for pre-set temperature and one for flow. This is what we install in modern showers as it maintains a constant temperature even when someone flushes a toilet in another bathroom. Waterfall or river-effect taps are aesthetic, popular in premium basins and full refurbishments with careful design. For kitchens, in addition to the standard single-lever mixer, there are pull-out taps with flexible hoses that make cleaning the sink easier, and fold-down taps to avoid hitting windowsills. High U-shaped spout taps are useful for filling large pots. Kitchen taps with filtered water dispensers or instant boiling water are gaining popularity but require specific installation. On-site professional assessment: included in the repair cost if you decide to proceed with the repair, €60-90 if you only want a diagnosis. Simple leak repair on a visible pipe: €80-160. Repair involving controlled opening of a wall or floor: €180-380, including plastering and basic finishing. For complex repairs with multiple leaks or pipes requiring complete section replacement, a fixed quote will be provided after an on-site diagnosis.

For bathrooms where the tap is used multiple times a day, investing in medium-to-high quality taps easily pays for itself. For areas with infrequent use (guest bathroom, second home), a standard tap is sufficient. We work with brands such as Grohe, Roca, Hansgrohe, Tres, and Ramon Soler. Every 2-3 years, it's advisable to remove the cartridge and clean it of limescale with vinegar or a specific product. Reassemble it, and the tap will regain 90% of its original performance. The aerators at the spout unscrew easily and can be immersed in vinegar for an hour to remove accumulated limescale, which reduces flow and causes splashing. In holiday rental properties with intensive use, we recommend annual preventive cleaning coordinated with tenant changes. The cost is minimal and extends the lifespan of the taps by several years.

The cost of tap replacement in El Besòs i el Maresme typically ranges from €55 to €714. The final price depends on the property's condition, materials, and working time. We always provide a fixed quote before starting. Call us, message us on WhatsApp, or request your quote online — we'll reply in under 10 minutes during business hours. Between €60 and €90 depending on the installation's complexity. If you decide to proceed with repairs afterwards, this amount will be deducted from the repair quote.