"John" 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?


The faucet was nearly free. The $250 is the plumber's fee.

How many times must I say it? The $250 was the price of the faucet. The
plumber's fee was around another $250.

Buy the faucet yourself and have someone put it in. As far as brand,
Pfister ($100 & up for a decent set) has held up well here.

If I knew someone to put it in, I would. I don't. Which is why I will have
Mr. Handyman do it and I'd just as soon that he buy it as well.

If you don't want the plumber's charge learn how to 'Do it yourself'.

I didn't say that I didn't want the plumber's charge but I have yet to find
a good plumber. I have hired three different companies and keep having the
same problems again and again.