A vacuum breaker that sprays water when the hose runs is worn or needs replacement. Here is the La Vergne guide.
What it does
The vacuum breaker prevents backflow from the hose into the house.
The leak
Water spraying from the breaker means its internal seal is worn.
The fix
Replace the breaker, which threads onto the spigot.
The call
Protect the water and stop the spray. Call 888-217-3585 and La Vergne Home Plumbing Co will match you with a La Vergne pro.
Plumbing in La Vergne: what to know
In La Vergne, hard water is common across the region, and older neighborhoods still have galvanized supply lines. Pros in our network know the local quirks and bring the right parts on the first visit.
Across Rutherford County — from Smyrna, Nolensville and Brentwood to ZIP codes like 37086, 37167, 37013 — homeowners deal with the same kinds of issues. The tips above apply locally, and when a job goes beyond a quick fix, a vetted local pro is only a call away.
Need a hand in La Vergne?
If a plumbing issue is beyond a quick fix, don't wait for it to get worse. Call 888-217-3585 and La Vergne Home Plumbing Co will match you with a vetted local pro — usually within minutes. Learn more about plumbing help in La Vergne.