Making a Change: Getting Excited About Your Home Again
"One of the things I enjoy most about helping homeowners remodel their bathrooms, kitchens or adding new bathrooms is that they get excited about their home again. People often get so used to the ‘sameness’ of their homes that when new ideas are put in place and living spaces are updated or redesigned, they can’t help but be excited. ” Derek Frank of Derek Frank Plumbing
Plumbing is the Key
An important part of many remodeling projects is what is put behind the walls. It’s critical to have a well designed plumbing system installed in a manner that won’t fail. In fact, homeowners are comforted by the fact that a plumber is the lead person on the project. They know that when the finishing work is done, they do not have to worry about what is going on behind the walls.
Afraid Of The Plumbing Process?
Because many homeowners are concerned about the plumbing part of remodeling, everything is done to effectively outline the design and how the installation will be done. People are well aware that once the walls are up, they won’t know if anything is wrong until there is a leak that can cause extreme damage on multiple floors. “Customers have told me that when there is plumbing involved in the project, they prefer that a licensed plumber design the plumbing system. I can’t argue with that logic.”
Renewing Excitement
Getting excited about your home is a very easy process. There are three general steps that fuel that excitement from beginning to end. They are:
- Make a list of what you don’t like in the area you want to change — it’s the first step toward any solution you want
- Create a wish list of the changes you want to make — because the space you are working with is finite, what you don’t like can be replaced by what you do want
- Select a lead contractor you feel comfortable with — in many cases people like an experienced plumbing company taking the lead with bathroom and kitchen updates or bathroom additions
Having a plumber take the lead on bathroom or kitchen projects translates into no compromises in function, quality or design.
According to Derek, “Getting it right the first time means less expense and more peace of mind. Not to mention it helps the excitement build to an even higher level. No matter what budget you are working with, a basic project or the project of your dreams, doing it the right way is the best way to approach your project.”
