I would rather pay more for American made and get it right the first time.

Exactly! That's one of the reasons (the lack of funds is the other) we're thinking very carefully before springing for the next tranche of house repairs. I don't want to have to redo shoddy work done with shoddy parts, even if it costs more up front. (And at least on the bright side, this sort of major repair probably can be capitalized toward the basis of the house, which has long-term benefits, although we really don't want to have to move anytime soon.)