Cost for replacing kitchen tap

pizzarelli7348

Hi there,

we have had a leaking tap in the kitchen for some time. The plumber came this morning and said we needed a new tap. The quote for replacing the tap and fitting it is £150. I find it a bit expensive and told him so but he said he normally charges £200. :eek:

The tap he would be buying cost (that is what is said) £75 and he would need £75 to fit it .
I know also what tap he would be buying. The made is ALTERNA and and is a single tap.

Any idea if he's ripping me off?

Thanks

liitleblackcat

Most leaking taps can be sorted by fitting a new tap washer (10p max) and reseating the bit of the tap that the washer fits against. You will need a reseating tool (about £8 from any DIY store) and you will have to take the tap apart to use it. Take a look at this for how to do it. Lot less than £200.

phill99

If a customer wants a tap changed, it depends on what exists at the moment. If the tap is fitted with flexible connectors and in line valves, then it is relatively straightforward. We would charge about £75. If there is no in line valves and the system has to be drained and refilled, it takes longer and we charge £90 - £100. Remember you are not paying for time: you are paying for expertise. Out of any price, 10% of the price is to do the job and 90% is to know how to do the job!

Roseberry_2

liitleblackcat wrote: »

Most leaking taps can be sorted by fitting a new tap washer (10p max) and reseating the bit of the tap that the washer fits against. You will need a reseating tool (about £8 from any DIY store) and you will have to take the tap apart to use it. Take a look at this for how to do it. Lot less than £200.

But you are making the assumption that it's not a ceramic disc type. Also depends where the leak actually is. I think you ae assuming it's just a dripping tap but the OP doesn't say that.

Cheers

plumb1_2

phill99 wrote: »

If a customer wants a tap changed, it depends on what exists at the moment. If the tap is fitted with flexible connectors and in line valves, then it is relatively straightforward. We would charge about £75. If there is no in line valves and the system has to be drained and refilled, it takes longer and we charge £90 - £100. Remember you are not paying for time: you are paying for expertise. Out of any price, 10% of the price is to do the job and 90% is to know how to do the job!

I will have to increase my prices, i only charge £40 even if i have to drain off.