Kitchen Faucet Replacement in Boise Homes
Kitchen faucets in Boise's diverse housing stock span five decades of product generations: single-handle ball faucets in 1970s and 1980s homes, two-handle compression faucets in older North End kitchens, three-hole configurations in Boise Bench ranches, and one-hole pullout designs in post-2000 homes. We work on all configurations and bring appropriate supply line extensions for the varying under-sink conditions found across Boise's construction eras. Mineral buildup from Treasure Valley water is addressed at the aerator and supply lines as part of every faucet replacement.
Running Toilet Repair Across All Boise Neighborhoods
A running toilet in a Boise home can waste 200 gallons per day. The two most common causes are a flapper that has lost its seal against the flush valve seat from mineral buildup or material fatigue, and a fill valve that cannot achieve a reliable shutoff after the tank refills. We identify which component is failing, replace both the flapper and fill valve in toilets more than seven years old as standard practice, and test the refill cycle and shutoff before leaving. Older Boise homes with original high-tank or pressure-assist toilets have different component requirements, which we account for in the quote.
Garbage Disposal Replacement in Boise Homes
Garbage disposals in Boise homes from the 1990s and 2000s are now well past their expected service life. The grinding plate wears, the reset button cycles repeatedly, and the motor develops difficulty starting when cold. We disconnect the existing unit, verify the electrical connection and draw capacity for the replacement, install the new disposal with proper mounting to the drain flange, connect the discharge tube to the trap, and test the drain path for leaks. We do not leave until the unit runs cleanly through a full drain cycle.
Saddle Valve Replacement in North End and Older Boise Homes
Boise homes built before 2000 that have refrigerator ice makers are very likely to have a saddle valve on the copper supply line. Saddle valves were the standard installation method for this application until PEX became the dominant supply line material in newer construction. Copper saddle valves corrode at the needle piercing after 10 to 15 years and develop pinhole leaks behind the refrigerator. We cut out the saddle valve section of copper line, install a compression or push-fit service tee with a full-bore ball valve, and test for leaks at full supply pressure before restoring the refrigerator to its position.
Angle Stop and Shut-Off Valve Replacement
Boise's older housing stock, particularly homes in the North End, Boise Bench, and Vista neighborhoods built before 1985, has original compression-style angle stop valves under sinks, behind toilets, and at laundry supply connections. These valves are now 40 to 55 years old. They cannot be fully closed in an emergency and they drip at the packing nut under any significant supply pressure. We replace angle stops with modern quarter-turn ball valves rated for potable water supply in all these locations during a single service visit, eliminating the emergency vulnerability of a valve that cannot close.
Bathroom and Vanity Faucet Replacement in Boise Homes
Bathroom vanity faucets in Boise homes range from 1950s chrome two-handle faucets in North End homes to builder-grade single-lever faucets in 2010s subdivision bathrooms. We replace both configurations, assess the drain pop-up assembly for function during the same visit, and check the condition of the supply lines and angle stops before disconnecting anything. Older homes with original supply lines may have braided metal that is showing fatigue or the original chrome tubes that have become brittle. We replace supply lines as part of any faucet job where the existing lines are more than 10 years old.
Pre-Sale Plumbing Fixture Check for Boise Sellers
Running toilets, dripping faucets, and saddle valve leaks are three of the most common plumbing findings on Ada County buyer inspection reports. We offer a pre-listing plumbing fixture walk for Boise sellers that covers every fixture: function test on all toilets, faucet drip check at every sink, disposal function test, ice maker line condition at the saddle valve, and GFCI-protected outlet check at all kitchen and bathroom locations. We deliver a findings report with repair quotes before the listing date so sellers can address inspection items proactively.