Congratulations! You’ve finally decided to renovate your bathroom or kitchen!
As some of the most used rooms in your home, upgrading the plumbing fixtures in your kitchen or bathroom can have huge pay-offs in your daily lifestyle and the appearance of these spaces.
However, there are a lot of other factors surrounding a remodel other than changing how a room looks.
Whether you’ll be remodeling your kitchen or your bathroom, gain peace of mind that your renovation experience will be smooth and easy by following these remodeling tips from the pros:
Hire the Contractor for You
The right plumbing contractor is the most important part of your kitchen or bathroom renovation, as the plumbing fixtures in these rooms are used often.
The right plumber will understand your wishes and needs and will have the experience necessary to provide you with the results you want.
When you’re seeking a plumbing professional, find someone who:
- Is fully-certified and trained
- Has the right tools and experience to carry out renovation projects
- Uses their website to showcase testimonials or reviews
- Has a portfolio of previous projects or photos of past jobs
Create a Plan and Stick to It
Whenever you begin a new remodeling project it is of the utmost importance to complete thorough research beforehand and to cultivate a plan of action.
This plan should include any installations, updates, or changes necessary during the renovation process. Depending on the updates made, you may need to consider updating other appliances with your plumbing system.
For example, if you’re adding in a large bathtub into your bathroom, a larger water heater may be necessary to keep up with the demand for hot water.
If you’re completing changes regarding how the room is laid out, ensure that the changes are possible. The best way to determine this is to look at your home’s existing plumbing system, which can be found in the blueprints of your home.
However, these are usually difficult to locate, especially if you live in an older home. For situations like this, contact a plumbing professional to come in.
Although the plumber cannot see through walls, they can provide you with a rough estimation of how your plumbing system is laid out in your home.
Considerations When Updating Plumbing Fixtures
Although the upfront cost may be higher, choosing to purchase high-quality plumbing fixtures helps to make sure that the updates you’re completing during renovations will last for years to come.
Many modern plumbing fixtures are eco-friendly, and more efficient than their older counterparts or cheap updates, meaning that you’ll save more money on your water bills in the future.
Do your renovations involve knocking down a wall? If so, check for exposed pipes.
Get your plumber to inspect these exposed pipes for weak spots or damaged area, and get them to fix it before the renovations are complete.
By taking care of these issues while they’re available, you’ll save money in case of a leak later.
