Quick outdoor plumbing repair for a local homeowner
Location: Mukilteo, WA
Service: Hose bib installation
Customer: John W.
A Mukilteo homeowner recently called us to install a new hose bib — the outdoor faucet you connect your garden hose to. Whether the old one was leaking, frozen-damaged, or just worn out, replacing a hose bib is a straightforward job when you catch it early.
We scheduled the work, showed up on time, and had John’s new hose bib installed and working the same day.
What John Had to Say
“Excellent service in a timely manner! Showed care for the job and job area.”
— John W., Mukilteo
We appreciate the kind words, John. Taking care of the work area is part of the job — we don’t leave a mess behind.
When to Replace a Hose Bib
Hose bibs take a beating. They’re exposed to the elements year-round, and in the Pacific Northwest, that means a lot of freeze-thaw cycles. Here’s when it’s time to call for a replacement:
- Leaking from the handle or spout — even when fully closed
- Visible corrosion or rust — especially at the base where it meets the house
- Freeze damage — if the pipe behind it burst last winter, the bib itself may be compromised
- Low water pressure — mineral buildup inside older brass bibs restricts flow
- Can’t turn it off completely — the internal washer or valve seat is worn
If you’re dealing with any of these, it’s usually better to replace the whole unit than to keep patching an old one.
Frost-Free Hose Bibs: Worth the Upgrade
If your hose bib froze last winter — or you’re worried it might — ask us about frost-free hose bibs. They’re designed with a longer stem that keeps the valve and water supply inside the heated envelope of your house. When you shut off the water, it drains out automatically so there’s nothing left to freeze.
We install frost-free bibs regularly in Mukilteo and throughout Snohomish County. It’s a simple upgrade that can save you from a burst pipe repair down the road.
Need a Hose Bib Replaced?
If your outdoor faucet is leaking, stuck, or just not working right, give us a call. We serve Mukilteo and the surrounding area, and most hose bib replacements are same-day jobs.
Call 425-374-3909 · Request a Quote
Stollwerck Plumbing & Sewer · Mukilteo, WA · WA License #STOLLPL780CJ