Having shower thoughts? Are you thinking of replacing your bathroom shower? Having a place to clean up and relax at the end of the day can be a great luxury, but sadly, many homeowners make mistakes when installing and updating their showers. Do not doom yourself to years of leaks, mold, and expensive repairs. Follow these tips to avoid common errors.
Make sure replacement parts are available.
If a fixture or piece of hardware breaks in a few years, fixing the problem will be a lot easier if replacement parts are easy to come by. Look for a brand that offers an unlimited warranty on parts. The best brands cover their parts regardless of age and whether you were the original purchaser.
Look for a shower valve with temperature balancing technology.
You will not be scalded when someone else flushes the toilet. Most modern, single-handed shower valves offer this feature, but it does not hurt to check.
Do your research before installing a rain shower head.
Rain shower heads are popular, and they certainly make for an enjoyable shower. However, your pipes need to be sized properly for the shower head to receive an adequate flow. Have your plumber look over your pipes and tell you whether a rain shower head is a feasible option before you waste money on this fixture only to find it does not work.
Seal your drain with plumber’s putty.
This is one reason why it is a good idea to have a professional handle your shower installation. Many homeowners seal drains with silicon, which slowly degrades and leads to mold. Plumber’s putty is a much better option.
Protect your new shower head with a water softener.
Your new shower head will probably deliver a nice, forceful flow. To keep it that way, consider having a water softener installed in your home. The softener will remove minerals like calcium and magnesium from your water, so they do not deposit in your shower head and block the flow.
Before you start upgrading your shower, contact Aladdin Plumbing. We will make sure the job is done properly, so your shower remains a source of enjoyment, rather than a source of headaches.