A water spigot, also known as a hose faucet, hose bib, or outdoor faucet, is the valve outside the home where a garden hose connects. The technical name many plumbers use is “sill-cock.”
Because it sits outdoors, this small fixture helps you deal with major temperature changes. In cold Chicago weather, an older or poorly installed outdoor faucet can be a common cause of trouble for frozen lines, burst pipes, and indoor leaks. That’s why many homeowners choose a frost-proof style spigot. A frost-proof design helps keep water farther back inside the warm area of the building, lowering the chance of freezing. Pairing it with a proper shutoff valve and correct installation adds even more protection.
Common warning signs include dripping from the spout, leaking at the handle, water spraying from the connection when a hose is attached, or a faucet that won’t shut off completely. Small leaks waste water and can slowly damage siding, brick, or the wall area behind the faucet. If you search for outdoor faucet repair near me, it’s usually because one of these issues has started.
Before winter, disconnect hoses, drain the line if possible, and use a covered faucet protector if recommended. In spring, check for cracks, weak water flow, or damp spots inside the basement near the supply line.
If you need a spigot replaced, repaired, or upgraded and want a reliable plumber close to home and ready to help, Apex Plumbing & Sewer, Inc. offers outdoor faucet services, including leak repair, replacement, new water supply connections, and winter shutoffs with free on-site estimates. If your hose faucet is dripping, tattling, or won’t shut off, call Apex Plumbing & Sewer, Inc. at 773-477-7714 for fast and reliable outdoor faucet repair near your home in Chicago, IL.
