"Norminn" wrote in message
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On 4/19/2014 5:37 AM, Julie Bove wrote:

"Ed Pawlowski" wrote in message
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On 4/18/2014 9:55 PM, Julie Bove wrote:
How long should one last? I'm not sure how old ours is. We bought
this
house almost 10 years ago. I have replaced the faucet since, perhaps 8
years ago. Not really sure. Began having problems with the faucet
about 2 years after it was put in. The ring (appears decorative)
around
the sprayer came totally loose. Then the sprayer began sticking in the
on position. Now it has gotten to the point of being severe. So much
so
that I am afraid to use the sprayer.

The plumber charged me $250 for the faucet plus installation. I think
he ripped me off. I think it is some low end piece of crap. I will
use
Mr. Handyman next time if I can wait that long. Won't call him until I
have a list of things to do because it does cost me $250 just to get
him
in the door.

But... How long should a faucet normally last?

How long it should last is also a function of your water quality. A
sediment filter greatly changed how long the inside guts lasted in
mine from 6 months to over 20 years.

Soft water so no sediment.

Stick with better brands like Delta, Moen, Kohler, and avoid cheap
store brands.

In looking at online reviews, Delta isn't good. I have no clue what
brand this is. I can't see a brand on it anywhere.

The sprayer is easily replaced by any competent DIYer if you know one.

Yes but there are other issues and I don't know anyone who is handy.

There are a zillion "how to" videos on Youtube....you even have your
choice of a clean-cut professional plumber or a homeowner in a dirty
t-shirt who cusses a lot. Videos often get down to brand-specific help,
and it is worth the time to learn the simple stuff. If you live in a
house or apartment, you need to know how to maintain stuff.

As for the sprayer hose hooking onto the shut-off valve (I think they all
do that), I got a section of pvc pipe, taped (or glued? I don't remember)
it against the wall with the valve inside....it sticks out far enough that
the hose can't reach to loop around it. There are probably better ways of
doing it, like setting a jar of sand in front of the valve. Good luck in
your plumbing endeavors ;O)

Thanks!