When installing a new faucet, do I need to also change the drain assembly?

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: Faucets and drains don’t wear at the same rate.

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: Varies depending on condition of drain which will be inspected during install of new faucet

Answer: No
Explanation: Noone needs to die

Answer: Yes
Explanation: It is a good idea to change everything at once. I will also change just your Faucet if that’s all you need done.

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: You don't always need to change the drain if the faucet comes with a new drain I change them if it doesn't i provide an option to change it as well

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: Not all that much do I come across this issue.

Answer: Yes
Explanation: I change both drain and faucet assembly beacause i try and centralize and control every issue or potential future issue with the appliance or fixture we are working on

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: It's a judgment call based on experience.

Answer: In most cases
Explanation: If the drain assembly comes with the faucet yes

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: Depending on the condition of the drain assembly it may need to be replaced. To be safe, and to save on a future service charge, it can save you money to have it changed while you have a plumber on site.

Answer: No
Explanation: Only exemptions.

Answer: In most cases
Explanation: HIGHLY RECOMMENED

Answer: No
Explanation: a new faucet does not require a new drain

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: Depends on the age of the drain assembly.

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: If its a bathroom faucet it comes with a new pop-up and sometimes the drain needs work.

Answer: In most cases
Explanation: I would say yes to change the faucet tubular and shut offs.

Answer: In most cases
Explanation: The drain assembly finish generally needs to match faucet finish.

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: When the pop-up assembly ( the lever on the bath faucet that closes the drain) requires new drain installation

Answer: In most cases
Explanation: Most faucets will have a new matching drain assembly that come with them but it doesn't have to be used.

Answer: In most cases
Explanation: Sometimes new faucets come with a pop up drain assembly

Answer: No
Explanation: Faucets and drainage assemblies are separate components

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: They are 2 separate items. It is always good to inspect the drain assembly for signs of corrosion and leakage. It will save you money to have them all done at the same time if the need is there