While you likely operate your restaurant's faucet every day without thinking about it, this small feature brings a lot of functionality to the space. If you're in the market for a new one, consider the following tips before contacting a plumber to ensure you make the best choice.

How to Select a New Faucet

1. Choose a Handle Style

Faucets come with either single or double handles. The first style has one handle that rotates to provide the desired water flow and temperature. This choice is appropriate if you only want one hole in your countertop, or you want the convenience of operating the hardware with one hand. Double-handled models require a minimum of three holes for installation, but your workers will have more control over the hot and cold water because each handle is dedicated to one temperature.

2. Consider the Spout Height & Reach

Faucet sizes vary, so you want to ensure you have one that fits comfortably over the sink without interfering with anything inside. If you plan to have one faucet for dual sinks, you should also pick one that's not only tall enough but has a wide enough reach to swing to both sides.

3. Pick the Right Finish

The faucet you love may be perfect for the sink, but it could be in a material that requires more work than others. For the simplest solution, consider chrome. This is one of the easiest finishes to keep clean, which reduces your maintenance needs, and it also works well for longterm heavy use.

If you need a dependable plumber to handle your faucet installation, reach out to the team at Harding Plumbing & Heating. Since 1978, these local plumbers have serviced businesses throughout Perry, NY. In addition to quality plumbing, they also offer 24/7 heating and cooling repairs, installations, and maintenance services, all at affordable prices. Call (585) 237-5561 to request an estimate, or visit their website to learn more about their services. You can also receive text alerts for weekly tips, special offers, and more by texting JOIN to (585) 969-5300 and enrolling in their Text Messaging Program. Text DIRECTIONS to get their address.