How to Install a New Faucet … Kitchen Faucet Replacement

Changing your kitchen faucet is easy to do. If you’re replacing the faucet in your existing sink, look underneath to see how many holes it has before you get the new faucet. It can have from 1 to 4. A three-hole faucet won’t work in a single hole sink, but you can use a single hole faucet in a three or four-hole sink. You can just add a deck plate, and sprayer or soap dispenser. If you’re also putting in a new sink, you can buy the sink and faucet to work together. Plus, installing the faucet before placing the new sink makes things a bit easier.

Make a list of the things you’ll need for the job. Things like supply lines, tools, plumbers putty, PVC primer, and cement. And if the supply valves are in bad shape – or not there at all – get those, too. To begin the installation in an existing sink, turn off the water valves underneath. Then turn on the faucet to relieve pressure. Turn off the power to the garbage disposal and disconnect it. Always place a bucket underneath the valves to catch water before removing all the supply lines.

Have someone hold the faucet and from under the sink, use a basin wrench to loosen the nuts. Then take off the nuts. At this point, you can take the faucet off the sink and clean away any grime or sealant. Keep in mind, different faucets install differently. So be sure to read the instructions. Typically, here’s what you do. First, assemble the faucet. Then place the trim ring, or deck plate if you have three holes like we do, into the sink. Feed the lines into the holes and position the faucet. Underneath, install the nuts and mounting bracket. For pull-down faucets, attach the weight and quick-connect hose to the supply pipe.

You’ll need clearance underneath for the hose to hang down. Next, hook up the water supply lines. Don’t over tighten. Turn on the supply valves, check for leaks and re-tighten if needed. Then remove the aerator and turn on the water slowly to flush the lines and faucet of debris. Let it run for a little bit and check everything again. Plug in the disposal and turn on the power. Replace the aerator… And with that, you’re done.

Don’t want to take on this project your self, give us a call “Coeur d’Alene Builders” at (925) 215-3874. We have plumbing techs that can help you out and it won’t break the bank.

 

A leaky faucet can be frustrating but there’s an easy way to fix things without calling a plumber. Here’s how I’d rate installing a new faucet on the DIY scale. It can be difficult at times but many homeowners have done it successfully. I’m here to show you how to take on this DIY. But remember, if this project is over your head you can always hire Coeur d’Alene Builders.

To install a new faucet you need the following materials.

• New Faucet with installation materials
• Wrench
• Safety Goggles
• Screwdriver
• Towels

Start by turning off the water to the sink you’re working on, then use a wrench to disconnect the supply lines from the faucet To remove the faucet loosen the screws underneath the sink and pull the faucet out. Now you’re ready for install. Place the new faucet for the mounting holes and attach the faucet into the sink per the manufacturer’s instructions. Reconnect the water lines and any other plumbing accessories Finish the install by making sure all the parts in the faucet are securely in place.

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