If you’re in the market for plumbing upgrades this year, you may be pleasantly surprised by the amount of tech that’s entered the industry. Slick new technology like digital leak detectors, touch-free faucets and smart faucets, and Wi-Fi enabled sump pumps can all help make your home work more conveniently. If you’re considering installing some of the hottest new technology in your home this year to make your plumbing easier, the following options are a great place to start:
Smart Showerheads
If you enjoy music and a bit more light in the shower, this is the device for you. Instead of dealing with a separate Bluetooth speaker that you have to control while you’re showering, have a skilled plumber install a smart showerhead. These high-tech showerheads include LED lights in a variety of colors and link to your favorite device so that you can relax with your favorite music, audiobook, or podcast while you shower each day.
Wi-Fi Enabled Sump Pumps
A sump pump failure is a sign that you’re going to have a bad day. Consider installing a Wi-Fi enabled sump pump so that you’ll get an alert immediately on your phone or smart home hub when there’s an issue with your sump pump. An alert allows you to contact a plumber to immediately identify and repair the problem instead of only noticing it the next time you enter your basement. This type of modern sump pump helps you catch issues almost immediately, dramatically limiting the damage that they cause.
Leak Detectors
Leak detectors monitor the flow of water through the pipes in your home. If the sensor detects an abnormality, it sends a signal to your monitoring system or your alarm company. The device can be a great way to catch a leaking pipe, frozen pipe, or broken pipe before it causes significant water damage.
Tankless Water Heaters
Tankless water heaters allow you to enjoy hot water on demand, creating enough water for everyone in your home to enjoy. Suppose you’re tired of waiting to run the dishwasher until a family member has showered or being frustrated by scheduling showers around the amount of hot water you have available. In that case, this may be an excellent plumbing upgrade for your home in 2021. Adding a tankless water heater can help make your home more enjoyable, providing you with the hot water you need to relax while also accomplishing your family chores and tasks.
Touch-Free Faucets
Turning the water faucet on and off while cooking, juggling other tasks, or holding an infant can be difficult. Touch-free faucets and smart faucets make it easier to use your kitchen and bathroom faucets, even if your hands are full. You can opt to install faucets that have motion sensors in them so that they turn on when you put your hand or a dish underneath them. Alternatively, you can choose to install a smart faucet that links with your home’s hub and either turns on and off by voice command or runs the amount of water you ask it to, and then stop. Both are convenient options to help make basic tasks easier to accomplish.
Consider adding one or more of these plumbing innovations to your home for 2021. You’ll be pleasantly surprised at how dramatically a bit of tech can improve your life. It can allow you to relax and stop worrying about leaks and water damage, having enough hot water, or help you enjoy your shower a little more each day. If you’re interested n these upgrades, contact Ford’s Plumbing to learn more or obtain an estimate for your home. We’re happy to provide you with more information about the technology, as well as a quote for the installation.
