Faucet Installation
Faucet installation replaces an old or outdated faucet with a new one that fits your sink's hole configuration and seals properly. A good install includes new supply lines, a watertight deck seal, and correct hot-cold orientation. FlowFast connects you with an independent local plumber who will install your new faucet cleanly and test every connection.
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- Part of our Toilet & Faucet Repair services — explained up front.
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View all Toilets & Faucets servicesInstalling a new faucet starts before you buy: sinks and countertops come with one, three, or four holes, and the faucet must match or use a deck plate to cover the extras. The mounting hardware, supply line length, and clearance under the sink all matter too, especially in tight vanities with limited working room. A faucet that looks perfect on the store shelf can be a poor fit for your sink if these details are ignored.
The installation itself involves removing the old faucet, cleaning the deck surface, seating the new faucet with plumber's putty or silicone, and connecting new supply lines to the shutoff valves. Small mistakes here, like cross-threaded supply nuts or a pinched gasket, cause slow leaks that rot cabinets over months. FlowFast connects you with an independent local plumber who will verify the fit, make every connection watertight, and run the faucet through all its modes before finishing the job.
Warning signs
Signs you need this service
- Your current faucet is corroded, pitted, or discolored, and cleaning no longer restores the finish at all.
- Replacement parts are discontinued, so every small failure means another frustrating hunt for obsolete cartridges that may not exist.
- You are remodeling the kitchen or bath and want a style, height, or finish that matches the new design.
- The old faucet wobbles on the deck or leaks at the base no matter how often it gets tightened.
What to expect
The process, step by step
The pro confirms the new faucet matches your sink's hole pattern and checks under-sink clearance carefully.
They shut off the valves, remove the old faucet completely, and clean the deck surface thoroughly.
The new faucet is seated with sealant, secured from below, and connected with new supply lines.
Water is restored, the aerator is flushed of debris, and the pro checks hot, cold, and sprayer functions.
Prevention
How to avoid this problem
- Save the faucet's model number and manual so future cartridge replacements are easy to match.
- Wipe the faucet dry after heavy use in hard-water areas to slow mineral buildup on the finish.
- Check under-sink connections seasonally for the first year to catch any slow seepage early.
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