You Definitely DO Need a Plumber for a Bathroom Remodel!

Posted: Sep 18, 2012
Author: Minyard Plumbing, Inc.

So, you’re about to embark on a bathroom remodel – a great investment. Not only will you increase the value of your home, but you will also enjoy the performance and looks of your new bathroom.

Here are some tips to help you through some important bathroom remodel decisions:

• Firstly, do you really need a plumber? Yes, absolutely! In fact, this is probably the most important of all decisions, so choose a reputable local plumber who has experience in bathroom renovations.

• Next, choose the fittings: Do this before the work commences. With the huge range of products available on the market today, it pays to choose the style and type of bathroom fittings before the builder starts demolishing your bathroom. This also helps the plumber to plan ahead for the installations.

Go for quality: How often have you heard the phrase, “They don’t make things like they used to”? This is often true. Take faucets for example – some installed in the 50s and 60s are still going strong. Today, there are many low-end products which simply won’t last, so you really need to go for quality. But this doesn’t mean your fittings have to cost a fortune. One of the leading brands in the US is Moen – take a look at their great faucets and bathroom accessories on their website.

Child Safety: Bear in mind that heated towel rails, especially chrome-plated ones, reach very high temperatures – hot enough to burn sensitive skin. If you have young children, ask your plumber or electrician to install them at an appropriate height.