What we install and repair
Kitchen faucets
The kitchen faucet is the most-used fixture in most homes — often 30+ uses per day between family members. It's also the fixture where quality matters most because cheap ones fail quickly and look terrible within a few years. We install:
- Pull-down and pull-out sprayer faucets
- Traditional two-handle designs
- Single-handle designs with side sprayers
- Touchless (motion-activated) faucets
- Bar and prep sink faucets
- Pot-fillers over the range
Common brands we install: Moen, Delta, Kohler, Grohe. For premium installs: Kohler Signature, Hansgrohe, Brizo. Each has strengths — during a quote visit we'll suggest options based on your budget and use.
Bathroom faucets
Vanity faucets come in more configurations than any other fixture — single-hole, 4" centerset, 8" widespread, wall-mounted, vessel-mount, and more. Sink hole spacing has to match the faucet. If you're replacing without changing the sink, we can help identify a compatible replacement.
Shower and tub valves
The valve behind the wall is where quality really matters — a leaking or failing shower valve inside the wall causes big damage before you notice. We install and replace:
- Pressure-balancing valves (standard for anti-scald protection)
- Thermostatic valves (independent temperature control)
- Multi-function diverters for handheld sprayers
- Rain heads and body sprays for custom showers
- Tub spouts and shower heads
Valve replacement typically requires wall access — sometimes a small hole behind the valve, sometimes tile removal depending on the situation. We minimize damage and coordinate with tile contractors if needed.
Outdoor spigots and hose bibs
Outdoor fixtures are often afterthoughts but they're critical — leaking hose bibs waste huge amounts of water, and freeze-broken spigots can leak inside your walls before you know it. We install:
- Standard hose bibs (basic outdoor faucets)
- Frost-free hose bibs — highly recommended for Oklahoma. The valve seat sits inside your heated wall, protecting from freeze damage.
- Yard hydrants for barns, shops, or distant garden areas
- Backflow-preventing hose bibs (required by code for connection to irrigation)
Utility sinks and laundry connections
Laundry room utility sinks, garage utility sinks, and washing machine hookups. If you're upgrading a laundry room or adding a utility sink to a garage, we handle the plumbing side of the install.
Common fixture problems and what causes them
Dripping faucet
Usually a worn cartridge (the internal valve mechanism), worn O-rings, or a corroded valve seat. Repair is almost always cheaper than replacement if the faucet is good quality. For budget-grade faucets, replacement often makes more sense than sourcing rebuild parts.
Low pressure at one fixture only
Almost always a clogged aerator (the mesh screen at the end of the faucet) or partially-blocked cartridge. Cleaning the aerator often fully restores flow. If not, cartridge cleaning or replacement is the next step.
Handle that won't turn or is stiff
Corrosion inside the cartridge — mineral buildup from hard water is the usual culprit in Oklahoma. Rebuild or replace the cartridge. This is why we recommend water softeners — soft water dramatically extends fixture life.
Water hammer (loud bang when turning faucet off)
Air chambers in the plumbing have failed, or the fixture has a faulty check valve. Water hammer arrestors are the fix — small devices installed at the fixture to absorb the pressure surge.
Shower valve that lets water get too hot too fast (scalding risk)
Pressure-balancing shower valves are code-required in new construction because they prevent scalding when someone flushes a toilet elsewhere in the house. If your shower valve is old and doesn't have this feature, replacement is worthwhile especially in homes with children or elderly residents.
Handshower or pull-down sprayer that won't retract
Usually the counterweight (the sinker on the hose under the sink) has slipped or the hose is snagging. Simple fix. Occasionally the hose itself has failed and needs replacement.
Faucet quality tiers — what actually matters
Budget tier
Plastic internal parts, thin-plated finishes, minimal warranty. Fine for rental properties or low-use fixtures, but plan to replace within 5-8 years. Not recommended for kitchen sinks.
Standard tier
Mostly plastic internals with better construction, or basic brass with acceptable finishes. Reasonable value for bathrooms. For kitchen use, look at the higher end of this range.
Mid-range tier
The sweet spot for most homes. All-metal construction, ceramic disc cartridges rated for 500,000+ cycles, quality finishes with 10-25 year warranties. Moen, Delta, and Kohler all have excellent options in this range.
Premium tier
Designer brands (Kohler Signature, Hansgrohe, Brizo, Grohe premium lines) with distinctive design, best-in-class finishes, and lifetime warranties. Worth it if you value the look or use the fixture heavily. The functional difference between mid-range and top-tier is small; the visual and tactile difference is significant.
What we do differently on installations
- Protect your finishes. Countertops covered with clean drop cloths. Cabinets padded. No dropped tools.
- Use quality thread sealants and connectors — not just what came in the box
- Hand-tighten, then check for leaks under pressure — over-torquing damages finishes and stress-cracks parts
- Test the fixture through its full range before we consider the job done
- Explain the shut-off valves and any maintenance the fixture needs
- Clean up completely — you shouldn't have to clean up after us
Common questions
Usually depends on age and quality. For a mid-range or premium faucet under 10 years old, cartridge replacement is often the right fix — it restores the faucet to like-new operation. For older or budget-grade faucets, replacement is often more cost-effective than trying to source rebuild kits for discontinued models.
Mainly internal construction quality and finish durability. Budget faucets use plastic internals that wear quickly and finishes that show wear within a few years. Premium faucets (Moen, Delta, Kohler) use brass or die-cast internals rated for 500,000+ cycles and PVD finishes that stay looking new for a decade or more. For a fixture you touch multiple times daily, a mid-range option is usually the sweet spot — good enough materials to last, without paying luxury-brand markup.
Yes — we install customer-supplied faucets regularly. Before you buy, check that the number of holes matches your sink, the mounting style works with your setup, and if it's a pull-down sprayer, that the counter-to-sink height allows the hose to retract properly. We can also source specific faucets at builder-direct pricing if you'd like.
Almost always a clogged aerator (the mesh screen at the end of the faucet) or a partially-blocked cartridge. Both are simple fixes. If pressure is low throughout the house, that's a different problem — main supply line issue or pressure regulator failure.
A quality faucet properly installed should give 15-25+ years of service, with occasional cartridge or O-ring replacements along the way. Budget faucets typically fail (or look terrible) within 5-8 years. Premium faucets with lifetime warranties from Moen, Delta, or Kohler often outlast the homeowners.
Yes — we install high-end fixtures regularly and can source them at builder-direct pricing (typically less than retail). We're also careful with them: proper thread sealants, hand-tightening rather than over-torquing, protective materials on finishes during installation. Premium fixtures deserve premium install care.
Call the family
Quality fixture work is about care, not just capability. We install and repair every kind of faucet and fixture in the OKC metro. Same-day service on most calls, free quotes on new installs. Give us a call.