Old home plumbing projects and maintenance mean savings

Most old home plumbing is in need of repair. Whether you want to renovate your own home or are about to buy an older home, plumbing should be on your check list.

Plumb Tech has old home plumbing experts that can make your life much easier. Read on for tips and info about taking care of your aging plumbing!

Is old home plumbing expensive to repair or maintain?

Most people assume that an aging property is expensive for two reasons. First, the older, less-efficient appliances, plumbing, electrical systems and more do not offer the same savings or convenience of modern homes. Second, older properties usually mean major repairs since they are wearing down and in need of repair or just need to be replaced.

While these assumptions are true in some cases, there is good news. Moving into or upgrading an old house gives you the chance to retro fit each system in the home. Plumbing in particular will benefit from an overhaul, since you will be able to address the following issues:

• Removal of rusty pipes
• Checking for mold and getting rid of it
• New installation of efficient plumbing fixtures that mean monthly savings

In other words, the initial costs and effort will be high, but the payoff is peace of mind when it comes to your plumbing.

What sort of old home plumbing projects should I plan on?

Fitting new pipes is a popular choice. In order to replace pipes under concrete slabs, you may need to jack hammer into the slab. You can also decide to leave new plumbing exposed for future repairs, if that goes with the interior design of your property.

You can also take time during the renovation to update your water fixtures. New shower heads, sink faucets, toilets and more are practical choices since you will already have the water shut off for renovations.

Is it necessary to do all of the old home plumbing work at once?

It is not necessary, but it is recommended. Working on updating plumbing in sections might be required if you want to stay in the house as you work. However, this may end up taking more time and costing a lot more than just planning a week or less during which all of your plumbing work gets done.

For specific questions about planning or costs, get in touch withPlumb Tech today!