Tired Of A Leaky Kitchen Faucet? We Can Help!

Drip. Drip. Drip. A leaky faucet isn’t just annoying, it’s bad for your kitchen. Think about how often you use your faucet every day, when your family gets drinks, washes their hands, cooks, does dishes or gives the pets some water. In some cases, you may simply need to replace the O-rings or gaskets to fix a leaky faucet. Your kitchen faucet won’t last forever. You may need plumbing services in Winnipeg to replace the faucet or other parts to protect your kitchen from mould and mildew and to update the look of your sink.

Signs Your Faucet Needs Replacing

Even the smallest drip can waste about 3 gallons of water each day. A leaky kitchen faucet isn’t good for your home, because the wood and other materials around your sink can erode over time from the water. A leaky faucet causes mould. Here are four signs that indicate you might want to replace the faucet instead of trying to make repairs.

The Age of Your Faucet

Faucets that are older than 15 years usually need to be replaced. If you can find the model number on the faucet, you may be able to look it up online. You may be able to deduce how old your faucet is. A new faucet can update the look of your sink and give you new technology in your kitchen.

Visible Mineral Deposits

If you have hard water, you may see mineral deposits around your faucet. It might look like dried up toothpaste around the spigot or base of the faucet. If you’re seeing mineral deposits on the outside of your faucet, it’s likely that the inner workings of the faucet have some build-up, too. To prevent deposits, you can install a water softener. Before you do, you should replace the faucet for best results.

Your Sink Is Rusty

Rust build-up on the outside indicates a bigger problem on the inside. If you’re seeing signs of rust, the inner parts of your faucet may be corroded. It won’t get better, so you will need to replace it.

You Keep Fixing Your Sink  

Sometimes, you just have to say that it’s time to give up. If you’ve fixed the faucet and replaced the gaskets and cartridge, if it starts leaking again, it might be time to replace the entire thing. You could keep spending money to fix the problem, but a new faucet isn’t very expensive and it’s an investment inconvenience.

Trends in Kitchen Faucets

Modern kitchen appliances are eco-conscious, hygienic and updated for functionality and appearance. One of the best kitchen trends is touchless faucets. They were becoming more popular before the pandemic, but demand heightened last year. You’ll find many more options in touchless technology. This technology prevents the spread of germs, is more accessible for seniors or others with arthritis and can be integrated with your home voice assistant. You can use voice commands to trigger a handwashing sequence or customize how you turn your faucet on and off.

New kitchen faucets also have integrated pull-down sprayers that are designed to look modern and sleek while maintaining functionality. A big trend in designing kitchens today is aging in place. More manufacturers are trying to develop faucets that are easy to use, even with mobility issues. Kitchen faucets come in more styles and finishes than ever before.
Replacing your kitchen faucet that leaks may be just what your kitchen needs. The craftsmen with Handyman Connections in Winnipeg offer plumbing services to keep your home functioning properly and looking great. Contact us for a free project consultation and estimate. Our professionals get the job done right so you can kick back and relax.