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Is $500 to replace leaky backflow preventer and garden faucet a fair price?

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I have an old garden faucet with a super leaky backflow preventer that sprays me every time I shut it off. I need to keep the water on with a timer for my plants while I'm on vacation next month and don't want to waste water from the leaking. The backflow preventer is absolutely stuck, and a broken off screw is facing the outside wall, making DIY removal difficult as most videos require the screw to be reachable with a drill. I'm considering whether to attempt a DIY sawzall removal or pay a plumber.

Quote Details

This quote is for a plumber to replace the entire assembly of an old garden faucet and its super leaky backflow preventer. The existing backflow preventer is stuck, and a broken off screw is facing the outside wall, making removal difficult.

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Category

Plumbing

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$500

Quote Date

May 30, 2025

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