If you have ever found yourself staring at rows of faucets in a store or scrolling through endless options online, you are not alone. For 20 years, one of the most common questions Rooter Man has received from Charleston homeowners is: “What type of faucet should I buy?”
The truth is, faucets are highly personal choices. Some people prefer a sleek modern look while others want something more traditional. You have to think about finish options like brushed nickel, chrome, matte black, or oil-rubbed bronze. Then there are design elements such as one or two handles, pull-out sprayers, side sprayers, or a tall gooseneck spout versus a shorter design. With so many variables, it makes sense that most of our customers want to pick out their own faucet. It allows them to find a look and feel that matches their kitchen or bathroom.
But once the style is chosen, the next question almost always comes up: “Which brand do you recommend?” After two decades of serving Charleston and the surrounding areas, we usually recommend Moen and Delta for most homes that are not built around designer kitchens. The reason is simple: reliability and availability. Both brands are known for durable products that are built to last, and when a repair is ever needed, replacement parts are usually easy to find. A quick trip to a local supply house or hardware store and you are back in business.
This convenience is especially important for homeowners who don’t want to wait. With some high-end designer brands like Grohe or Rohl, parts can be harder to source. Often, they need to be ordered and shipped, which may take several days. That means a leaking faucet could stay out of service longer than you would like, creating an inconvenience for the whole household.
In our experience, Moen and Delta provide the best balance between style, price, and serviceability. They look great in most kitchens and bathrooms, come in a wide variety of finishes, and allow you to make easy updates without worrying about hard-to-find parts.
So if you are replacing a faucet in Charleston or the surrounding areas, remember this: pick the style you love, and when it comes to brands, trust the ones that have stood the test of time. With Moen or Delta, you will have both form and function, and with Rooter Man’s experience, you will have an installation you can count on.
