While style certainly plays an important role when selecting kitchen faucets, the team at Sandollar Services in Port Aransas, TX, is quick to note that functionality should be your top priority. So what are the most popular types of kitchen faucets out there, and how does their functionality differ? Here’s a closer look at what some of the top varieties have to offer.

Depending on your kitchen habits, your plumber will likely recommend one of the following faucet varieties:

• Single-Handle Faucets: While separate hot/cold knobs might be a good choice for the bathroom, for kitchen use, a single-handle model is much easier to manage. Simply turning the lever to the right or left allows you to adjust the water temperature, while the faucet itself can usually be rotated a little bit from side to side as well. These kitchen faucets are some of the least expensive, though they aren’t quite as versatile as other models.
• Pull-Down & Pull-Out Spray Faucets: Pull-down and pull-out kitchen faucets are more expensive than traditional single-handle faucets, but they are a top choice for many homeowners. These faucets feature a spray head that can be detached from the main faucet, allowing you to wash fruit, clean countertops, and take care of other tasks more quickly and easily. Both varieties use an internal flexible hose, though differences in the size and shape of the spray heads means you might want to test out both types before making a decision.
• Smart Faucets: Believe it or not, smart technology is now coming to kitchen faucets. Rather than using a handle, you can turn your faucet on or off with a simple tap. This is great for turning on the water when your hands are dirty, or for taking steps to conserve water. In fact, many of these smart faucets use an automatic shutoff to help you avoid wasting water.

With a great selection of beautiful kitchen faucets, the team at Sandollar Services will help you find and install the model that best fits your family’s needs. To learn more about their selection of faucets and their affordable plumbing services, visit them online or call (361) 749-4274.