Replacing a kitchen faucet looks simple on the surface. In reality, most faucet problems we’re called out for aren’t caused by the faucet itself — they’re caused by poor installation.
Loose mounting hardware.
Overtightened fittings.
Improper sealing under the sink.
Supply lines that were “snug enough”… until they weren’t.
At Unstoppable Handyman, kitchen faucet installations are done slowly and deliberately. The goal isn’t just to get the faucet on — it’s to make sure it stays tight, doesn’t leak, and doesn’t create problems you won’t see until weeks or months later.
From working in hundreds of San Diego homes, here’s what causes most kitchen faucet issues:
These are the details that determine whether a faucet install lasts years or becomes a callback.

Our kitchen faucet installation service focuses on correct fit, proper sealing, and leak prevention, not speed.
Typical work includes:
Before the job is finished, everything is checked under the sink — not just at the faucet.
This service is a good fit for homeowners who:
This service is typically not a fit for:
If the sink setup is accessible and the scope is straightforward, a kitchen faucet installation is often the right solution.
Kitchen faucet installation pricing depends less on the faucet itself and more on:
Most standard residential installations fall within a straightforward service range. If anything outside the norm is discovered (failing valves, incompatible connections, hidden leaks), it’s discussed before work continues — no surprises after the fact.
At Unstoppable Handyman, the person you speak with is the person installing your faucet. That means:
The job isn’t considered complete until the faucet is secure, leak-free, and operating the way it should.
We work almost exclusively with primary-residence homeowners throughout San Diego who want things done carefully and correctly.
If you’re considering a kitchen faucet replacement, send over:
We’ll let you know what’s involved and whether it’s a good fit before scheduling.
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