Vancouver Bathroom Renovation

As a Vancouver plumbing professional I do a lot of bathroom renovations in the Lower Mainland.
One thing that always surprises me is where home owners and contractors will try to save money during a renovation.

Too many times I have seen Vancouver contractors
swap out a tub and tiles but neglect to replace old corroded pipes!  Many times, emphasis is put on aesthetics but little concern is shown for what is behind the walls. Unfortunately, when it comes to plumbing, out of sight should not be out of mind.

The most opportune time to upgrade plumbing is during a renovation when plumbing fixtures, tiles and drywall are being removed. Replacing the old shower valve, deteriorated pipe fittings and drainage will ensure that you've got reliable plumbing that is maintenance free.

While renovating, if you find that your current system is rather worn, you should demand of your Vancouver contractor that it be replaced.  Don't leave old plumbing in place that you will have to service later as problems arise. Cutting corners on the plumbing in your bathroom will cost you a lot down the road.

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Environmentally Friendly Vancouver Plumbing

Nowadays people in Vancouver are becoming increasingly concerned about the way their lifestyles impact the environment. Fortunately there are many earth-conscious decisions we can make at home to help protect the Lower Mainland. One area we can focus on, in order to create an healthy environment, is residential plumbing.

Here are some tips you can implement around your Vancouver home that will help protect and conserve water.

1. Get a rain barrel to capturing rain from your roof top to water your lawn and garden. Use rain as a resource! Vancouver City will subsidize the rain barrel cost by 50%
   
2. Install low flow plumbing fixtures. Low flow toilets and shower heads have been available for years and can reduce water waste by 50%!
   
3. Install a water filter or drink tap water to eliminate wasted plastic bottles. It will reduce your carbon footprint and save you money.
4. If you have a leaky faucet call your Vancouver plumber and get it fixed right away. Drips can add up to liters of unnecessary water-waste.
   
5. Think about investing in an on-demand water heater. Tank-less water heaters only heat water as you need it there by saving  energy.
6. Look under your kitchen sink and remove all toxic chemical drain cleaners. There are plenty of green products which are both powerful at clearing clogs as well as preventing them from forming.

With Earth Day just around the corner on April 22nd, we should all make an effort to do our part.

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