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There’s nothing quite like the feeling of having everything in your home exactly the way you want it to be, from the temperature inside to the functionality of the kitchen. One of the best ways to get the home of your dreams is to work with what you’ve got and make some upgrades and alterations. Plumbing upgrades are a particularly effective way to make your Brandon, FL, home more functional as well as more aesthetically pleasing. If you’re thinking about hiring a plumber to make some upgrades, here are some things you might want to consider.
When To Upgrade
Because plumbing upgrades can cost a decent amount of money, it’s important to take the time to assess whether or not your home actually needs any plumbing upgrades at the moment. It could be that you’d be better off keeping your current setup and waiting to upgrade in 5 or 10 years when your appliances, fixtures or pipes are getting closer to the end of their life expectancy.
You can talk to a plumber to find out more about how long various parts of your plumbing system are designed to last. However, it’s never a bad idea to upgrade if you live in an older home with older plumbing. Upgrading your plumbing now could prevent an expensive problem in the near future, plus you get to experience all the new features of your plumbing system.
If there’s something you really need, such as a spray hose for your kitchen sink or a faucet that doesn’t use so much water, that’s a good reason to upgrade as well. Ultimately, you should have a chat with a professional no matter what your situation is because they can give you the most advice when it comes to upgrading.
- Repiping
One of the best things you can do to upgrade your plumbing system and prepare it for the future is have a repipe done. While most pipe materials actually last quite a long time, there are also tons of homes out there that have never had a repipe done and were built in the early to mid 20th century.
It can be tough to decide whether or not you need to repipe your home, so it’s best to ask a plumber about the condition and material of your pipe. If you’ve got an outdated type of pipe in your home or that pipe should start failing any day now, it’s best to take the plunge now and have a plumber repipe your home before you have to deal with major problems.
- Saving Water
Another great way to upgrade the plumbing system in your Brandon, FL, home is to invest in some appliances and fixtures that help you save water. While some older appliances and fixtures are very wasteful, there are rules put in place now that limit the amount of water things use. Plus, most manufacturers are prioritizing efficiency, which means there are plenty of options from top brands when it comes to water-saving appliances and fixtures.
The best things to replace if you want to save water are your showerhead, toilet, dishwasher and washing machine. These are some of the heaviest water consumers in your home, and older water-using appliances, showerheads and toilets can use more than double the amount of water that today’s efficient options use.
- Adding Features
While some plumbing upgrades are a good way to prevent problems, sometimes it’s all about adding a feature you really want in your home. For many homeowners, hiring a plumber is all about getting that fancy new faucet installed or adding a spray hose to a kitchen sink. While you don’t have to upgrade your plumbing system just because you want new features, this is never a bad reason to make some upgrades.
If the focus of your upgrades is simply to add features to your plumbing system, make sure you’re having any important work done in the process. For example, you can have a little bit of maintenance done while a plumber installs a new faucet or showerhead. Plus, you can plan for the future by investing in the most efficient and longest-lasting appliances and fixtures you can find.
- Finding Leaks
Out of all the problems that can leave you with an expensive plumber bill, leaks are one of the most annoying. Not only can leaks cause a lot of water damage and cause a sharp increase on your monthly water bill, they can also be very difficult to find and stop. If you want to avoid the hassle of locating leaks in your home, you can have a smart leak detection system installed.
Smart leak detection systems are installed at the water meter and a few other points in your plumbing system. There are sensors that keep an eye on the flow and pressure of water, alerting you when there’s a change in pressure or flow that could mean you’ve got a leak somewhere. The best smart leak detection systems will also give you a rough estimate of the leak’s location.
Of course, you’ll still need to call a plumber to get any leaks fixed, you just don’t have to worry about paying somebody a bunch of money to spend hours looking for a leak.
Give Us A Call
If you spend a lot of time in your home, you need to make sure it’s designed with your needs in mind. This is particularly important when you’re talking about the plumbing system that you use day after day.
The good news about upgrading your plumbing system is that it’s easy with a good plumber on your side. If you need help deciding whether or not to upgrade, Drain Flo Plumbing can help you make the call. Plus, we can take care of the actual upgrades for you. If you want to transform your plumbing system, call Drain Flo Plumbing at 727-474-4178 today.
