Choosing the Best Plumbing Fixtures for Your New Orleans Home

You cannot walk into your bathroom without spotting a plumbing fixture or two. The toilet, sink, shower, tub, and faucet are all considered plumbing fixtures. Each one was carefully selected based on numerous factors, including size, cost, efficiency, and ease of installation. Now, it’s time to update, renovate, or replace your plumbing fixtures. How do you choose the right plumbing fixtures for your New Orleans home? Let’s break it down!

When selecting a plumbing fixture, there are factors to consider.

First, we have the overall function of the plumbing fixture itself. The function is about more than how much water comes out of the shower head, for instance, though that is a factor. It’s also about efficiency, daily operation, and other key components.

Let’s begin with the shower. A low-flow shower head is a highly efficient, cost-effective solution for a busy household. Compared to your average shower head, a low-flow model uses half a gallon of water less every minute. It’s an affordable solution to cutting costs in the bathroom. Consider this: the average household uses around 18,000 gallons of water every year simply for showering. That’s a lot of money spent on the water bill each month. Now, the right low-flow model can cut that number down into the low 14,000s. While still a large amount of water, it’s not nearly as costly as 18,000 gallons would be, right?

Now, take a look around your bathroom or kitchen. You’ve likely got an aesthetic style and setup in place, or in mind. Determine what type of plumbing fixtures would suit your overall goal best. For example, is a single or double shower handle going to work best for you? If you intend to remodel the entire room, try to closely match the style with your plans. You may even be able to mix and match. Some plumbing fixture manufacturers sell the faucet and handle separately for just this reason.

When shopping for plumbing fixtures, you’ll notice a real variety of unique and stylish materials to select from. You may choose from a wide variety, including:

• Polished Chrome
• Satin Nickel
• Polished Nickel
• Polished Brass
• Platinum
• Gold
• Stainless Steel
• Copper

With so many options available at any given time, choosing the right material can be a daunting task. It’s best to take your time. Perhaps you’ll wish to bring a sample of the countertop or paint color to help match – that’s always a good idea. Either way, it’s your choice. Don’t let someone pressure you into a specific material that gets outside your budget or design intentions.

Once you’ve finally selected the right plumbing fixture for your kitchen or bathroom, it’s time to schedule a professional installation. You never want to skimp on plumbing fixture installation. By hiring an expert, you ensure that any potential errors are tossed right out the door.

Schedule expert plumbing fixture installation, repair, or replacement with bluefrog Plumbing + Drain of New Orleans. Give us a call now at 504-291-6466.