Faucet installation generally seems like a deceptively similar process. What people usually think is, ‘I can buy the faucet, find the instructions online, and probably install it myself; no plumber required’. The process may seem simple, but in reality, there can be many complications. For one, you are working with your water line. Any damage to that line will mean that you end up incurring high plumbing costs, much higher than for a faucet installation.
Another challenge is that if you already have a faucet installed, the process changes from faucet installation to faucet replacement. This comes with its own challenges, like rust. If the valve is rusted, you will probably be able to remove the old faucet, but the installation of the new one will not go smoothly at all. All in all, the DIY method is a risk you shouldn’t take, because you might end up paying a high plumbing bill later.
What are the costs for faucet installation in San Diego?
When it comes to kitchen faucet installation, San Diego is on par with the national average. The average cost for installing a kitchen faucet is $249, which is almost the same as the national average. The pricing for kitchen faucet installation in San Diego is higher than it is for bathroom faucets.
Advantages of hiring a plumber
For faucet installation San Diego plumbers will generally offer an estimate quote before the process begins, so you can decide how to proceed from there.
A plumber will also let you know whether you need a new faucet in the first place, or whether the old one can be repaired. If it can, you will only have to pay for the repair.
As a professional, a plumber will know how to deal with complications like rust and complete the installation perfectly.
Plumbing companies also have their own supply of plumbing parts, so you do not need to buy your own. Also, you won’t have to deal with hassles like buying the wrong type of faucet, or not buying some supplementary parts.
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