You’re ready to renovate part (or all) of your home. Don't forget about plumbing upgrades while looking at walls, spaces, electricity, etc. Pipes are like a body’s veins. They transport water to your faucets. Afterward, their job is to carry waste away. 

There isn’t a day that goes by without you interacting with your plumbing system. So, it stands to reason that if you are renovating your home, you should upgrade or change your pipes and ensure they’re functional. Nonetheless, you probably have no idea where to begin. The experts at Barner Murphy can give you tips and considerations, outlining them clearly for your consideration.

Key Points for Plumbing Upgrades During Home Renovation

Several focus points come into play when changing your piping.

1. The pipes need to be the right ones for handling water pressure

2. The pipe locations need to be away from any potential contaminating source

3. Drains need proper sizing so they remain clear

4. The Editors of Home Energy Magazine stress that faucets can be aesthetically pleasing while providing water efficiency.

5. Check local codes, obtain permits, and schedule inspections. Most often, your contractor handles this point.

6. Work within your budget

7. Plan for future needs. For example, if you plan to extend your kitchen at a later date, the current plumbing work can be laid out to accommodate these forthcoming changes.

8. Provide the contractor with any existing plumbing blueprints if you have them. 

9. Get a complete inspection of your current system. Barner Murphy will look for leaks, water stains, and corrosion, and consider the age of your plumbing focusing on safety, economy, and performance. 

A successful home renovation depends on these four elements, as well as quality products like those we offer at Barner Murphy for long-term efficiency. 

TIP: Always plan your system before choosing fixtures. 

The Role of a Professional Plumber

In our work with plumbing in home renovations, we use cameras to look at drains. This helps us assess sediment buildup. We also perform pressure tests. A detailed inspection of your system helps in making sound decisions for the work ahead. The goal is long-term functionality. So, adding smart home technology that monitors the system can catch small issues before they become large ones. 

Tip: Ask about available technology that will help save money and identify issues

Communicate with your plumber about your vision for the home’s layout and fixtures. This helps in the planning. Not all pipes connect to all fixtures. 

Watch the Bottom Line

Renovations often have hidden costs (10%-20% higher than anticipated). That means planning for your plumbing upgrade should include a little wiggle room. To help with this, Barner Murphy will provide detailed estimates for any necessary work, and discuss any questions you may have. 

Why Barner Murphy?

Two master plumbers created Barner Murphy. Their goal was (and continues to be) a personalized, professional service you can trust. “Reliability” is our middle name.

Barner Murphy values client relationships. We focus on customer satisfaction based on clear communication. When you have a question, our professionals are happy to answer. Quality work is guaranteed!

Located in Bucks County, Levittown, PA, you can call us at 215-945-8560 or use our online contact form for further information.