Good call on the lever handles—I switched mine out last year after a similar incident. Nothing like scrambling around under the sink at 2 am with water spraying everywhere to make you rethink your choices, lol. And yeah, slope and drain placement are crucial. Seen a friend deal with pooling water issues because the installer rushed the slope. Glad you got yours sorted properly; sounds like you're on top of things.
Yeah, lever handles are definitely a step up, especially if you've ever had to deal with a busted faucet at odd hours. I've seen way too many installs where the slope was treated like an afterthought—then homeowners wonder why they're stuck with puddles every shower. Good on you for catching that early and getting it sorted. Sounds like you did your homework and didn't just rely on the installer to get it right... smart move.
Lever handles are nice, but honestly, I've found they're not always the magic fix people think they are. Had one installed in my place, and it started loosening up after just a few months. Ended up having to tighten it myself—wasn't hard, just annoying. If anyone else runs into this, just pop off the little cover plate, tighten the screw underneath with an Allen wrench, and you're good to go. Glad you caught the slope issue early though... that's a headache you definitely don't want later on.
Lever handles can definitely loosen up over time, but honestly, I've found that's usually down to the quality of the hardware itself. Did you go with a well-known brand or something budget-friendly? I've had mine installed for years without any issues—maybe it's worth investing a bit more upfront next time?
Yeah, lever handles loosening up is pretty common, even with decent hardware. I've installed plenty of high-end brands that still needed a quick tighten-up after a couple years—just part of regular maintenance, honestly. But you're right, quality does make a difference in how often you'll be reaching for that screwdriver. Glad you got your reno sorted though... feels good when everything finally comes together comfortably for everyone.
