Planning a New Bathroom? Involve Your Plumber Early!
Are the bathrooms in your home doing what you need or want them to do? If you have a bathroom that needs to be renovated or completely overhauled, it’s wise to involve a professional plumber early on. You do not want to invest your hard-earned money only to find you’ve made costly mistakes that need to be fixed down the line. If you’re planning a new bathroom, call your plumber first!
What Do You Need from Your New Bathroom?
Indoor plumbing has been a feature in most American homes for only a century – or less. In the beginning, bathrooms were simple and practical, just the basics. Over time, they have evolved into much more as more Americans seek to relax and pamper themselves in a luxury setting with luxury features. Nothing eases away stress like a good soak in a spacious bathtub or a hot shower after a long day.
In fact, in terms of adding value to a home, bathrooms are very important, only second to kitchens. Even a smaller space can wow guests or prospective buyers when done properly, with style and flair.
But whether you’re planning to do a complete bathroom makeover or just to put in a new shower, you will want to consult your plumber early on. He will be able to advise you on the practicalities of your current plumbing and how it can best be modified.
Why Do You Need a Plumber?
It may seem simple to add a new bathroom, but the process can be more complicated than you think, especially in a compact space. Professional plumbers have both the knowledge and the technical skills to make the process simpler and better for you. They can assist you in the design phase by advising you on what options are possible without major alterations like moving water lines. They will be aware of building code regulations and will understand when permits are necessary and how to get them.
A plumber can inspect your pipes beforehand. Like everything else in a home, pipes age and do not last forever. A home renovation is an excellent time to inspect pipes because they will be more accessible. If there are problems, they can be fixed beforehand, eliminating the risk and high cost of a pipe burst or leak at a later time.
Involving a plumber will also make the process faster. Renovating a bathroom means that for some period of time that bathroom will not be used. Involving a skilled, experienced plumber will make the process go faster, shortening the downtime and the inconvenience.
A plumber is an expert voice on upgrades, fixture efficiency, plumbing condition, and code regulations, as well as a skilled technician who can complete the work quickly and correctly the first time. If you are thinking of doing a renovation or putting in a new bathroom, talk to a plumber early on in the process. You will thank him for saving you hassle, money, and time.
If you are in the Alpena area, Weinkauf Plumbing & Heating wants to be your professional for all of your full-service plumbing needs. Contact us for assistance any time. We are ready and waiting to help.
