Your sink drain has finally called it quits and you’re thinking that it’s finally time to make an upgrade. By your best guess, your sink has to be roughly 20-25 years old at least, so it’s a miracle that those pipes lasted as long as they did. But now you’d like to make the best decision for your home’s future without breaking the bank. What do you do? Where do you start?
Congratulations! Welcome to the world of plumbing upgrades and replacements. We’re glad you’re trying to do your research before ripping anything out of the wall or unscrewing something that starts to leak. This due diligence will go a long way in making your home more comfortable and keeping your budget in a good place.
But where do you start when it comes to a plumbing replacement in Worcester County, MA? How can you know that you’re making a good decision?
Well, you can call us first and then read this blog to walk through a few important tips that could make all the difference.
Check Out Fixture Guarantees
Many fixtures in your home could be protected by a lifetime guarantee depending on the make and manufacturer. This is important because it means you might be covered for the cost of the part replacement if you get it professionally done.
A plumbing professional will be a great resource when evaluating which appliances and fixtures in your home are protected with warranties and which aren’t. So, you might as well do yourself a favor and schedule an appointment with our team first so you can see where you might save the most amount of money.
Evaluate What’s Wrong
Before you make any judgments, purchase any new equipment, or even start unscrewing things, make sure you evaluate the situation. This can be done by you and a professional plumber.
Think of this as reconnaissance before you make the dive into a full-blown replacement or new installation. You need to know what’s been causing you problems, discomfort, or broken before you can make a smart decision. Once you see how the plumbing system works and what’s having difficulties, then you’ll be able to choose a reliable new fixture or appliance that a plumber installs to your satisfaction.
Think About Your Future Preferences
Are you trying to have a more efficient home? Or perhaps you’d like to have more convenient appliances that work with sensors or purifiers. These are wonderful considerations that are vital to make when you’re thinking about plumbing work. From a professional standpoint, we love customers who will tell us about their future preferences so we can factor those into an upgrade or replacement job.
Learn About Plumbing Materials
Whether you’re performing some minor fixes on your own, or you’re calling our team for support, it’s always a good idea to learn more about plumbing materials. Choosing the right material for a sink or pipe replacement is going to make all the difference for the aesthetics and functionality of your home.
For instance, a porcelain sink might not work as well in your kitchen anymore, so replacing it with a stainless steel model might be a perfect way to help achieve your dream home. Likewise, you’ll want to know about the different pipe materials (from PEX to copper) to ensure that you’re getting the most for your money.
Our team can handle complicated installations and replacements, but we only want to provide work that you’re happy and comfortable with.
Schedule an appointment with Landry Mechanical Inc Plumbing HVAC & Electric, we take comfort in YOUR comfort!