Installing the correct faucet in your bathroom and kitchen sinks is essential to have proper access to your residential or municipal water supply. If you’re looking to replace your current faucet or are in the process of a remodeling project, the faucet repair professionals at Lonneman Plumbing in Edgewood, KY, are here to discuss a few of the various types of valves to consider.

3 Types of Faucet Valves

1. Ball Faucet

Ball faucets are more commonly found in kitchen sinks. They have a single handle that moves over a rounded or ball-shaped cap, which is located above the spout. Inside the body of the faucet is a ball; the position of the ball affects the flow and temperature of the water. Due to the number of parts that compose a ball faucet, it’s known to have more frequent leaks and need faucet repair more often.

2. Cartridge Faucet

Cartridge faucets have single or double handles, and are identified by how they function. Single-handle cartridge faucets operate in an up and down motion to control water flow, and a left and right motion to control water temperature. Double-handle cartridge faucets only need to be moved partially to control flow, and each one can control cold or warm temperatures.

3. Disc Faucet

Disc faucets are identified by having a single lever over a wide cylinder body. The disc contains a mixing chamber, called the pressure balance cartridge, which mixes the hot and cold water before it flows from the faucet. You can control the temperature of the faucet by moving the handles from side to side.

When it’s time to choose a faucet that will best match your bathroom or kitchen sink, turn to one of the seasoned professionals at Lonneman Plumbing in Edgewood, KY. They boast more than 50 years of experience serving residential and commercial customers in a variety of services, from garbage disposal and faucet repair to drain cleaning and plumbing supplies. Call (859) 341-7755 to request a free estimate or visit their website for more information about their full list of services.