Outdoor Plumbing

Leaking Outside Faucet Repair

Stop the drip, prevent exterior damage, and protect your home from bigger plumbing problems. With code-compliant repairs and upgrades.

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Fix the Drip, Protect the Home

Outside Faucets Done Right

An outdoor faucet leak wastes water, damages your home’s exterior, and often signals a bigger plumbing issue. Like a cracked sillcock or freeze damage that’s about to fail completely. Wondering why your outdoor faucet leaks? The cause is usually a worn washer, a failed packing nut, or a split pipe behind the wall, and outdoor faucet leak repair is a straightforward job for us.

We service and replace all types of outdoor fixtures: hose bibs, wall hydrants, sillcocks, and the connections behind them. Upgrades to frost-free hose bibs with vacuum breakers prevent both freeze damage and contaminated backflow.

Most repairs are covered under warranty on both labor and parts. And we’ll walk you through winterization steps that keep the new fixture trouble-free for years. From our shop in Catonsville, we handle outdoor faucet leak repair for homeowners across Baltimore and Howard County.

Hose bib repair and replacement
Wall hydrant service
Sillcock installation
Frost-free hose bib upgrades
Vacuum breaker installation
Winterization guidance

What We Offer

Our Services

Hose Bib Repair

Worn washers, loose packing nuts, cracked housings, or a faucet that leaks at the handle. Most outdoor faucet leaks are fixable with a quick service call, and we provide upfront estimates before any work begins.

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Frost-Free Upgrade

Modern frost-free hose bibs are dramatically less likely to freeze and burst. A worthwhile upgrade for any home.

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Backflow Protection

Vacuum breakers on outdoor fixtures prevent contaminated water from siphoning back into your drinking supply.

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Signs Your Outside Faucet Needs Service

Steady drip from the spout

Faucet leaks at the handle when used

Water spraying from the wall connection

Visible crack or damage to housing

Hose left connected through last winter

Faucet is more than 20 years old

Why Homeowners Choose Metcalf

Commissions

Our plumbers are paid hourly. They have zero incentive to upsell you.

23+

Years

Over two decades serving Baltimore-area homeowners.

Same-Day

Response

Fast response times because we know plumbing emergencies can’t wait.

4.9

Stars

Hundreds of five-star reviews from satisfied customers.

Leaking Outside

Common Sources of Outdoor Water Leaks

A wet spot in the yard, a soggy patch by the foundation, or a spike in your water bill usually means a leak somewhere outside the house. We use leak-detection equipment to find it without tearing up your landscaping.

Main Water Line Leak

Cracks or pinholes in the line between your meter and your house. Often shows as a wet trench or unexplained pooling.

Outdoor Spigot Leak

Failed hose bib or frost-free spigot dripping inside the wall. You may see water staining on the foundation or siding.

Irrigation/Pool Line

Underground sprinkler or pool supply leaks waste thousands of gallons before anyone notices.

Good to Know

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is water pooling in my yard?

Common causes are a leaking water or sewer line, a broken irrigation line, or poor drainage. We’ll pinpoint which before digging.

Is an outdoor leak my responsibility?

Usually yes. The line from the meter to your home is the homeowner’s. We’ll help confirm the boundary.

What are the signs of an underground leak?

Persistent soggy spots, unusually green patches, a high water bill, or low pressure. Our leak detection finds it without tearing up the yard.

Can you find an outdoor leak without digging up the whole yard?

Yes. Electronic leak detection locates the exact spot so any excavation is small and targeted.

Is an outdoor leak urgent?

It can waste a lot of water and undermine paving or foundations, so don’t wait. Call (410) 242-3111. A French drain may also help recurring drainage issues.

How do I fix an outdoor faucet leak?

Minor drips from the spout often just need a new washer or packing nut. If it leaks from the handle or the wall, the stem or pipe has likely failed and needs replacement. We provide upfront estimates first, so you know the cost before we start.

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