Tap Replacement — Bournemouth, Poole & Dorset
Dripping tap? Stiff handles? Dated design? Dorset Plumbing supplies and fits replacement taps across Bournemouth, Poole, Christchurch and the wider Dorset area. From a single kitchen mixer swap to a full bathroom tap upgrade, we handle the lot — quickly, cleanly and at a fair price.
Gas Safe Registered (943146) · Same-week availability · Free no-obligation quotes · 01202 668822
When Should You Replace a Tap?
Taps take more daily abuse than almost any other fitting in your home. Over time, cartridges wear out, seals perish and limescale builds up inside the body. Sometimes a repair makes sense — but often a replacement is quicker, cheaper and gives you a much better result.
A dripping tap wastes thousands of litres a year and often means the internal cartridge or ceramic disc has failed. If the tap is old or the replacement parts cost nearly as much as a new tap, fitting a new one is the smarter move.
Handles that are hard to turn, spin freely or wobble at the base are signs of worn internals or a corroded body. A new tap restores smooth, reliable operation and eliminates the risk of a sudden failure.
If water pressure is fine elsewhere but weak from one tap, limescale or debris has likely clogged the aerator or internal passages. A replacement tap with a clean flow path sorts it out instantly.
Swapping old chrome pillar taps for a modern mono mixer is one of the quickest and most affordable ways to refresh a kitchen or bathroom. We can advise on styles that suit your basin, sink and water system.
Taps We Supply & Fit
We fit every type of domestic tap — whether you’ve already bought one or want us to source it for you. We’ll check compatibility with your basin or sink, confirm the pipework connections, and make sure the new tap suits your water pressure (mains, combi, gravity or pumped).
►Kitchen mixer taps — single-lever, dual-lever, pull-out spray and boiling water taps
►Bathroom basin taps — mono mixers, pillar taps, wall-mounted and waterfall designs
►Bath taps — deck-mounted mixers, freestanding fillers and bath/shower mixers
►Utility and outdoor taps — garden bibcocks, laundry taps and isolation valves
►Commercial washroom taps — sensor taps, self-closing taps and TMV-fitted mixer valves
How We Replace a Tap
Every tap replacement follows the same careful process. We isolate the water supply, remove the old tap and clean up the basin or sink surface. Flexible tap connectors are fitted as standard for a reliable, leak-free connection. We then fit the new tap, check for leaks, and test both hot and cold flow before tidying up.
If your existing pipework uses outdated imperial fittings or the isolation valves are seized, we’ll replace those at the same time so everything is safe and serviceable. We also carry blanking plugs and adaptors for switching from two-hole pillar taps to a single-hole mixer — no need to replace the basin.
Need a tap replaced? Call us on 01202 668822 — most jobs are done within the hour.
Why Choose Dorset Plumbing for Tap Replacement?
✓ Qualified & Insured — Gas Safe registered (943146), fully insured for all plumbing work
✓ Local to Poole — fast response across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Dorset, no inflated travel charges
✓ Supply & Fit or Fit-Only — we source quality taps or happily fit one you’ve already purchased
✓ Honest Advice — if a washer or cartridge will fix it, we’ll tell you and save you the cost of a new tap
✓ Clean & Tidy — we protect your worktops and floors, and leave the area spotless
✓ Fixed Quotes — you know the cost upfront with no hidden extras
Quality Tap Installations Across Dorset
From classic chrome to contemporary matt black, we fit taps to suit every style and budget. Whether it’s a quick swap on a weekday morning or part of a larger kitchen or bathroom refurbishment, we treat every job with the same care and attention to detail.
Tap Repair vs Tap Replacement — Which Do You Need?
Not every dripping tap needs replacing. If the tap body is in good condition and the right cartridge or washer is available, a repair can be the quickest and cheapest fix. We’ll always check first and give you an honest recommendation. However, if the tap is heavily corroded, the ceramic discs are worn beyond repair, or you simply want a more modern fitting, replacement is the better option — and it’s usually done in under an hour.
Not sure which you need? Call us on 01202 668822 and we’ll advise over the phone or pop round to take a look.
What Our Customers Say
“Had a kitchen mixer tap replaced — the plumber arrived on time, swapped it over in about 40 minutes and even replaced the isolation valves while he was there. Very neat work, no leaks, and a fair price. Would definitely use again.”
Homeowner, Broadstone — Kitchen Tap Replacement
“We needed new taps on the bathroom basin and bath — Dorset Plumbing sourced exactly what we wanted and fitted them beautifully. They also spotted a slow leak under the bath and fixed it while they were there. Great service.”
Homeowner, Southbourne — Bathroom Tap Upgrade
Tap Replacement Areas Covered — Bournemouth, Poole & Dorset
We carry out tap replacements and repairs across Bournemouth, Poole, Christchurch and the surrounding Dorset area. As a local company based in Poole, we offer fast response times and competitive pricing throughout our coverage area — no inflated travel charges.
Bournemouth: Boscombe, Southbourne, Winton, Moordown, Charminster, Kinson, Westbourne, Talbot Woods, Pokesdown, Iford, Hengistbury Head
Poole: Sandbanks, Parkstone, Lilliput, Whitecliff, Canford Heath, Broadstone, Hamworthy, Oakdale, Creekmoor, Branksome
Wider Dorset: Christchurch, Highcliffe, Ringwood, Ferndown, Wimborne, Verwood, West Moors, Wareham, Blandford Forum, Swanage, Corfe Mullen, Upton, Lytchett Matravers
Not listed? Call us on 01202 668822 — we likely cover your area.
Frequently Asked Questions
Most tap replacements take between 30 minutes and an hour. If we need to replace seized isolation valves or adapt the pipework for a different tap style, it may take a little longer — we’ll let you know before we start.
Yes — in most cases we can fit a mono mixer into an existing two-tap basin using a blanking plate to cover the unused hole. If your basin only has one tap hole, we’ll fit a standard mono mixer directly. We’ll check compatibility before ordering anything.
Either works. We can source a quality tap that suits your basin, sink and water system — or we’re happy to fit one you’ve already purchased. If you’re buying your own, send us a photo or link beforehand and we’ll confirm it’s compatible.
It can actually improve it. Old taps with clogged aerators or corroded internals restrict flow. A new tap with clean passages and a properly rated cartridge often restores full pressure. We’ll also check your isolation valves are fully open.
Yes. We install boiling water taps including the under-sink heating tank and filter. These need a standard 13-amp socket under the sink — if you don’t have one, we can arrange for an electrician to fit it. We’ll talk you through the options and installation requirements.