Minor Plumbing Repairs in Estero, FL
That dripping kitchen faucet has been keeping you up at night — literally. And the running toilet is adding $30 a month to your water bill. We handle the everyday plumbing fixes that don't need a full plumbing company: faucets, toilets, garbage disposals, under-sink pipes, and water heater maintenance. Licensed, insured, and done right the first time.
The Plumbing Repairs That Don't Need a Plumber
Most homeowners call a plumbing company for a dripping faucet and get hit with a $150 service call fee before anyone touches a wrench. A licensed handyman handles these same fixes at a lower cost — and can knock out your other home repair list items in the same visit.
Faucet repair and replacement — Kitchen and bathroom faucets. Drips, leaks at the base, handle issues, cartridge replacement. In Southwest Florida, hard water mineral buildup from the limestone aquifer (calcium and magnesium at 120–180 ppm) accelerates faucet wear. Cartridges and aerators clog faster here than in soft-water areas.
Toilet repairs — Running toilets, weak flush, leaking at the base, flapper and fill valve replacement, wax ring replacement. A running toilet can waste 200+ gallons per day and add $30–$50 per month to your water bill.
Garbage disposal replacement — Jammed, leaking, or worn-out units. We remove the old one and install the new one. Check out our general home repairs page for more detail on when to repair vs. replace.
Under-sink pipe repairs — Leaking P-traps, corroded supply lines, loose fittings. Florida's humidity speeds up corrosion on exposed pipe fittings, especially in cabinets where moisture gets trapped.
Water heater maintenance — TPR valve testing, anode rod inspection, sediment flushing, and strapping (Florida requires water heaters to be strapped to the wall in hurricane zones). This does not include full water heater replacement — that's a job for a dedicated plumber.
Fixture swaps and upgrades — Showerhead replacement, supply line upgrades, shut-off valve installation. Older Florida homes often have missing or corroded shut-off valves under sinks and behind toilets.
You came back to your Estero home after being away for the summer, turned on the kitchen faucet, and got a trickle instead of a stream. The guest bathroom toilet has been running since who-knows-when. And there's a slow drip under the master bath sink that left a water stain on the cabinet floor. None of these are emergencies — but together they're a headache. We can handle all three in a single visit. Call (239) 880-2423 or request a free estimate online.
Why Choose a Licensed Handyman for Plumbing Repairs
Licensed General Contractor — CBC-1259887
In Florida, plumbing work over $1,000 or requiring permits needs a licensed contractor. Our state license means we can handle your plumbing repairs legally and correctly — and pull permits if the scope requires it. Your repair is documented and code-compliant.
541+ Five-Star Reviews
Our plumbing repair customers leave the same feedback: showed up on time, fixed the problem, cleaned up, fair price. Check our Google reviews — plumbing fixes are one of the most common services we perform.
Family-Owned Since 2010
We’re not a franchise sending a different tech every time. Our team knows Southwest Florida plumbing — the hard water, the humidity, the specific fixtures and pipe types common in Estero, Naples, Bonita Springs, and Fort Myers homes.
How Our Plumbing Repair Process Works
Send us the details. Call (239) 880-2423 or fill out our online form. Tell us what’s leaking, dripping, or not working — photos help. If you have a home inspection report with plumbing items flagged, just send us the report.
We diagnose and quote. We’ll look at the issue, explain what’s causing it, and give you an upfront price before any work starts. No surprise charges. If the job turns out to need a specialist — like a sewer line camera or water main work — we’ll tell you that upfront instead of pretending we can handle it.
We fix it — and check for related issues. While we’re under the sink or behind the toilet, we check adjacent fixtures and connections for early signs of trouble. Hard water buildup, slow corrosion, missing shut-off valves — we’ll flag anything that could become a bigger problem later so you can address it now or plan for it.
Plumbing issues on your inspection report? We handle those.
Buying or selling a home? Plumbing issues are among the most common findings on SW Florida inspection reports. Leaking faucets, running toilets, water heater concerns, and missing shut-off valves show up on nearly every report we see. We handle all of these — usually in the same visit as the rest of your inspection repair list. Send us the report and we'll take it from there.
“Chad the Handyman Co., and Sam K was excellent. A talented and polite young man. On time and fixed all my repair problems in a short time. I would definitely call again and recommend Chad the Handyman to my friends and family.”
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Minor Plumbing Repairs Across Southwest Florida
We handle minor plumbing repairs across Southwest Florida — Estero, Naples, Bonita Springs, and Fort Myers. Hard water and humidity affect plumbing in every community from Miromar Lakes to Pelican Bay. Whether you're in a single-family home, a condo, or a 55+ community, our team can get to you quickly.
Frequently Asked Questions About Plumbing Repairs
How much does a minor plumbing repair cost in Southwest Florida?
Faucet repair runs $90–$250 depending on the faucet type and what needs replacing. Toilet repair (flapper, fill valve, wax ring) typically costs $100–$200. Garbage disposal replacement runs $150–$400 including the unit. We give you an exact quote before starting work. A handyman often costs less than a dedicated plumber for these small fixes because there’s no separate service call fee, especially when you bundle plumbing with other repairs in the same visit.
What plumbing repairs can a licensed handyman do vs. a plumber?
A licensed handyman handles faucet repair and replacement, toilet repairs, garbage disposal installation, under-sink pipe repairs, fixture swaps, shut-off valve installation, and water heater maintenance (TPR valves, strapping, anode rods). What requires a dedicated plumber: sewer line work, water main repair, gas line connections, full water heater replacement, repiping, and anything requiring a separate plumbing permit. Chad The Handyman holds a General Contractor license (CBC-1259887), which covers the minor plumbing work listed above.
Why do faucets and fixtures wear out faster in Southwest Florida?
Florida’s water comes from a limestone aquifer loaded with calcium and magnesium (120–180 ppm). This mineral content — called “hard water” — leaves scale buildup inside faucet cartridges, aerators, and supply lines. Fixtures that might last 15 years in a soft-water area may need replacement in 8–10 years here. The high humidity (70–90% average) also speeds up corrosion on exposed metal fittings. Regular maintenance and fixture replacement is a normal part of owning a home in SW Florida.
Can you fix plumbing items on a home inspection report?
Yes — plumbing items are one of the most common categories on SW Florida inspection reports. Dripping faucets, running toilets, water heater TPR valve issues, missing shut-off valves, and garbage disposal problems show up on nearly every report we receive. We handle all of these, usually in the same visit as your other inspection repairs (drywall, electrical, painting, and more). See our home inspection report repairs page for the full breakdown, or read our blog post on inspection repair costs for pricing context.
My home sat empty for several months — what plumbing issues should I check?
When a home sits empty, P-traps dry out (letting sewer gas into the house), shut-off valves can seize from non-use, sediment settles in the water heater, and mineral deposits harden in faucet aerators and supply lines. We recommend running all faucets and flushing toilets immediately when you return, checking under every sink for drips, and testing your water heater TPR valve. If anything seems off, give us a call — we can do a plumbing check as part of a return-home maintenance visit. This is common among our Estero and Naples customers who spend summers up north.
Need a Plumbing Fix? We'll Take Care of It.
Licensed general contractor. 541+ five-star reviews. Family-owned since 2010. From leaky faucets to running toilets, we handle the everyday plumbing repairs your home needs — and we can knock out your other repair items in the same visit.
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