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Toilets, Faucets, Disposals & Fixtures

A running toilet, a dripping faucet or a garbage disposal that hums and won't spin is a small problem that wastes water and wears on your patience. Sunshine Plumbing Services repairs and installs toilets, faucets, disposals and other fixtures in Cape Coral, North Fort Myers, Fort Myers and all of Lee and Collier County. You get an honest repair-or-replace answer, an upfront price and a 1-year guarantee.

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Toilet, faucet and fixture service in Lee & Collier County

Fixtures are the parts of your plumbing you touch every day. When they fail, everyone in the house notices. We repair what can be repaired, replace what can't and install upgrades cleanly, so the job is done right the first time.

  • Toilet repair and replacement: running, leaking, clogged, rocking and weak-flush toilets.
  • Faucet repair and replacement: kitchen, bathroom and utility faucets that drip, leak or have lost pressure.
  • Garbage disposal repair and installation: jams, leaks, motor failures and new installs.
  • Sinks, showers and tubs: drains, stoppers, showerheads, valves and cartridges.
  • Supply lines and shutoff valves: the small parts that fail and flood a cabinet.
  • Fixture upgrades: installing the toilets, faucets and showerheads you've chosen.

We're a Florida state-certified plumbing contractor (license CFC1429748), a second-generation family business in North Fort Myers. Owner Mike leads every job, so you get a professional, not an upsell.

Toilet repair: running, leaking and weak flushes

Toilets are simple machines, but they're easy to get wrong. Here are the problems we fix most often and what usually causes them.

  • Toilet runs on and offA worn flapper, a bad fill valve or a chain that's too tight lets water leak into the bowl.
  • Water at the baseA failed wax ring or loose closet bolts. It can damage the floor, so fix it soon.
  • Weak or incomplete flushClogged rim jets, a low water level or a partial blockage.
  • Toilet keeps cloggingA blockage in the line, or an older toilet that can't move waste well.
  • Rocking toiletLoose bolts or a floor that has softened under the toilet.
  • Tank sweats or leaksA cracked tank or worn tank-to-bowl bolts and gaskets.
  • Phantom flushThe flapper is leaking enough to refill the tank on its own.
  • Won't stop fillingA failed fill valve or float.
Running toilet or dripping faucet?

Most fixture repairs are done the same day you call.

Call (239) 324-6776

Is your running toilet costing you money?

A toilet that runs is quietly using water around the clock. You may not hear it, because a slow leak past the flapper makes almost no sound. The simplest check is a few drops of food coloring in the tank. Wait fifteen minutes without flushing. If color shows in the bowl, the flapper is leaking.

The fix is often an inexpensive part, and we replace it in a short visit. If the toilet is old or has had repeated problems, we tell you honestly whether a repair is worth it or whether a new toilet makes more sense. A modern toilet can use less water per flush than an older one. The EPA's WaterSense program labels toilets that use 1.28 gallons per flush or less, and that is a general benchmark worth asking about when you replace one.

Faucet repair and replacement

A dripping faucet wastes water, and a spray that goes sideways annoys everyone. Most faucet problems are inside the faucet, in a cartridge, washer, seal or aerator.

  • Dripping spout: usually a worn cartridge, washer or seat.
  • Low flow: a clogged aerator, which in Florida is often scale from hard water or well water.
  • Leak at the handle or base: worn O-rings or seals.
  • Stiff or loose handle: mineral buildup or a worn part.
  • Corroded or pitted finish: salt air and minerals wear finishes, particularly near the coast.
  • Old and discontinued models: when parts can't be found, replacement is the practical choice.

We repair when repair makes sense and replace when it doesn't. If you've bought a new faucet, we install it. If you'd like help choosing, we explain what to look for, without pushing any brand.

Garbage disposals: jams, leaks and replacement

The sound of a disposal humming but not turning means a jam. A leak under the sink can mean worn seals or a cracked housing. A tripped breaker or a reset button that keeps popping means the motor is struggling.

Kelly Jean Jones wrote after her sink collapsed and her pipes and garbage disposal snapped:

"Hands down the best plumber we've ever had. Came right to my house same day that sink collapsed and pipes and garbage disposal snapped. Can't beat your prices either."

Kelly Jean Jones, Google review

Same-day service is a promise we try to keep. When we arrive, we see whether the disposal can be freed, repaired or needs replacement, and we give you an upfront price before we touch it. Replacement includes the mounting, the drain connection and the dishwasher hookup if you have one. Our tip: keep fibrous and starchy foods, grease and coffee grounds out of the disposal, and run cold water while it works. For clogs beyond the disposal, see drain cleaning.

Planning a fixture upgrade?

We install what you've picked, or help you choose. Estimates are free.

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Fixture upgrades: toilets, faucets, showers and sinks

Upgrading a fixture is one of the easiest ways to refresh a bathroom or kitchen. It is also where a poor installation shows up later, as a slow leak, a wobbly toilet or a faucet that sprays the wall.

  • We install what you picked. Bring your own faucet, toilet or showerhead, or ask us what to look for before you buy.
  • We replace the small parts. New supply lines and shutoff valves matter, and old ones can fail after the upgrade.
  • We check the rough-in. We make sure the existing plumbing fits the new fixture.
  • We test everything. Every connection is checked for leaks before we leave.
  • Bigger project? For a full remodel, see kitchen and bathroom remodel plumbing.
Tip: If you are replacing several fixtures, schedule them together. One visit costs less time than several, and we can check the shutoff valves while we're there.

Fixture problems common in Southwest Florida

  • Hard and well water scale. Minerals clog aerators and showerheads and stiffen cartridges. A softener or filter reduces repeat problems.
  • Salt air. Coastal homes in Cape Coral canal areas, Fort Myers Beach, Sanibel and Marco Island see finishes pit and corrode faster.
  • Seasonal homes. Fixtures that sit unused for months can dry out seals, so leaks may start when you return.
  • Older homes. Original toilets and faucets from decades ago may use more water and be hard to find parts for.
  • Manufactured and mobile homes. Fixture types and connections can differ, and we're familiar with them.

Fixture leaks that go unnoticed under cabinets and behind toilets can lead to bigger damage. If you see a stain, smell mustiness or find soft flooring, call us. For hidden leaks, see leak detection.

What to expect when you call

  1. Call or book online. Tell us what the fixture is doing. Overflows and active leaks are prioritized, and emergencies are answered 24/7.
  2. We diagnose the real problem. A licensed plumber checks the fixture, the supply and the drain.
  3. You get options and an upfront price. Repair or replace, with the price agreed before work begins.
  4. We fix it and test it with you. Connections are checked, the area is cleaned up and you see it working.
  5. You're covered for a year. Our 1-year personal guarantee covers parts and service.

If you are not sure whether a problem is worth a call, ask us. We'll tell you honestly, even when the answer is a ten-minute DIY fix.

Fixture service near you

We repair and install fixtures in every city in Lee and Collier County, including:

Toilet, faucet and disposal FAQ

Why does my toilet keep running?

A running toilet is most often caused by a worn flapper, a failing fill valve or a chain that's too short or too tight. You can test the flapper by adding food coloring to the tank. If color reaches the bowl without flushing, the flapper is leaking.

Is it better to repair or replace a toilet?

Repair is usually the right answer for a worn flapper, fill valve or wax ring. Replacement makes sense if the toilet is cracked, clogs repeatedly or is an older model with a high water use. We'll give you an honest recommendation.

What causes a leaking faucet?

Most leaks come from a worn cartridge, washer, O-ring or valve seat inside the faucet. Mineral scale from hard or well water speeds up the wear. A repair usually fixes it, and replacement is the choice when parts are not available.

My garbage disposal hums but won't spin. What does that mean?

It usually means something is jammed in the grinding chamber. Turn it off, don't put your hand inside, and call us. We'll free the jam, or tell you if the motor has failed and replacement is needed.

Can you install a faucet or toilet I bought myself?

Yes. We install customer-supplied fixtures and replace the supply lines and shutoff valves that go with them. If you'd like help choosing before you buy, ask us what to look for.

Do you offer same-day service for fixture repairs?

Often yes. Many fixture repairs are done the same day you call, and overflowing toilets and active leaks are treated as priorities, with emergency calls answered 24/7.

Do your fixture repairs come with a guarantee?

Yes. Our work is covered by a 1-year personal guarantee on parts and service, and we give you an upfront price before work begins.

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Running toilet or leaky faucet? We'll fix it.

Toilet, faucet, disposal and fixture repair and installation across Cape Coral, North Fort Myers and all of Lee & Collier County, with an upfront price and a 1-year guarantee.

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