A quality kitchen faucet typically lasts 15 to 20 years. Cheaper builder-grade faucets often last only 5–10 years. Lifespan depends on water quality (hard water shortens it), pressure (above 80 PSI shortens it), how often the cartridge is replaced, and overall build quality of the faucet.
Factors affecting lifespan
- Build quality (brass vs. zinc)
- Water hardness
- Static water pressure
- Cartridge maintenance and replacement
- How carefully handles are operated
For replacements, see our kitchen-bath plumbing service.
