Bathroom and Kitchen Plumbing in Metcalfe
Vanity & Faucet Plumbing
At Honest D Plumbing, we often get calls from our clients saying they have a leaky fixture they’d like repaired. We will ask for pictures or video of the existing fixtures so we can see the approximate age and condition of that fixture.
Most times, it is more cost effective for the client to purchase a new fixture and have us replace it, rather than trying to obtain parts for the existing fixture to repair it – all is dependent upon the age, and quality of your water which wears out fixtures over time.
If you close your tap and notice that the water is continuing to drip, you likely require a new cartridge. Depending on the age of your faucet, a simple cartridge replacement may be all that’s required. Simply locate the make and model of your faucet and contact your local supplier to order a new cartridge which most times will be sent free of charge.
Fixture Replacement
Most clients opt to select and purchase their own fixtures and our team can be scheduled in for a service call to install the replacement. We are happy to source a new fixture for our clients as well, as long as we know what your preferences are on finishes (i.e. chrome, brushed nickel etc.)
When fixtures are being replaced, we will look at your water shut off valves & if they are showing signs of age and are corroded, we will recommend replacement. If you’ve never done renovations to the space, chances are shut off valves for your water lines have not been installed – not to worry! We at Honest D Plumbing can take care of this for you as well. It involves shutting off the water in your home to install the new shut off valves. This way, going forward, you’ll avoid having to shut down the water in your home allowing you to isolate that one fixture that’s not functioning.
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Tub & Shower Enclosures, Surrounds, and Glass Doors
As one of the top local Metcalfe plumbers, we often have clients asking whether to replace their tubs with walk in showers. There are a couple of factors to consider such as whether you have another bathroom with a tub or this is your only full bathroom. Resale value suggests having at least one bathroom that contains a tub is a good selling feature. Another factor is cost – custom walk in showers are more expensive than standard tubs due to tiled bases and custom shower glass.
Most tubs are standard 60” in size, special order tubs are available from our suppliers if required. Many Metcalfe homeowners are looking to eliminate the older style jet tubs in favor of deep soaker or stand alone tubs with tower faucets that are mounted directly through the floor. An alcove tub refers to a tub that is surrounded by 3 walls. If you are purchasing a new tub, ensure you inquire if the drain kit is included as most times it’s sold separately.
Shower Glass Doors
During Russell or Metcalfe bathroom renovations, we often get the question “who installs my glass shower doors, my contractor or my plumber?” We install glass shower doors and price is dependent upon complexity of new door system. They are difficult to provide pricing on, since they can take anywhere between 2-6 hours to install, again, depending on the complexity. If you are doing a custom shower you will likely require the services of a glass company to template a custom piece of glass that will fit your new shower. In this case, the glass company would supply and install your new shower doors.
Shower Control Valves and Trim Kits
Another common call we receive is for shower valve replacements – your tub/shower control valve is leaking or not functioning properly. This is a more in depth service call as unless you are obtaining a replacement cartridge (if available for the model of your existing valve), you may need to replace the entire valve housing and trim kit (this is the fixture on the wall that’s usually chrome or brushed nickel).
With many tub walls finished in tile, we don’t want to disturb or cut into the tile so we may need to access the valve from the opposite side of the wall which involves cutting a hole in your drywall. This way and as long as the new trim kit you purchase is at least the same dimensions as the existing one or slightly larger, the process will look flawless. We can provide a plastic removable panel to cover the hole in your drywall or you can opt to have a drywall repair done by your local contractor.
For home owners looking to renovate their bathrooms, clients will often want to purchase their own shower trim kits which can include a diverter, control valve, shower head & hand held wand. We ask that you also purchase the rough-in kit for the control valve that corresponds with your trim plate. This is the portion that goes in the wall and is the “guts” of the fixture which connects the water lines to the face plate. We advise our clients to spend the money on quality fixtures and use reputable suppliers such as Wolseley or Mondeau.
Cheap is never a good idea when it comes to shower control valves and trim kits – they are in your walls and leaks can have disastrous results. When selecting a brand, Moen and Delta are always a safe choice as they tend to have standard cartridges which are readily available.
Diverter Valves, Rain Head & Hand Held, Shower Jets
Embrun plumbers tend to agree – we’ve all been asked the question…”To install a hand held wash bar or just go with a standard shower head” Our answer is always the same – Install the hand held – this makes cleaning the shower walls & tub so much easier and assists when bathing small children & pets – you’ll be glad you did! If you do decide to go for the hand held wash bar, you will require what’s called a diverter installed inside the wall.
This allows the water to be “diverted” from your shower head to the hand held and vice versa. At the time you purchase your rough-in kit for your shower control lever, also make sure you obtain the corresponding in wall diverter kit.
Rain Heads and Shower Jets
With so many choices in the market today with shower heads, we always require the input from our clients on their preference. When doing a bathroom renovation we will often recommend relocating the shower head from it’s usual position on the wet wall where plumbing is located, to the ceiling. This creates a rainfall effect and is particularly good for taller people when taking a shower. Keep in mind that a bulkhead would need to be built to house the plumbing for the shower head, something your local contractor will be familiar with.
When doing renovations or on new builds, many clients are opting for a panel on the wet wall where plumbing is located which houses several body spray jets. This is definitely a nice upgraded feature to have, but will add cost to your project. By providing your budget to us, we can quickly assess which plumbing fixtures will suit your needs.
Cutting and Capping of Water Lines
Honest D Plumbing, your local Russell plumbers often receive calls from local contractors or home owners requesting our services to cut and cap water lines in preparation for renovations or repairs. Please email us at honestdplumbing@gmail.com and request your service date and provide us with your scope of work. Our office will schedule you in for our team to shut off the water in your home so that we may safely cut and cap the water lines to allow for the relocation or removal of any cabinets or existing water lines. At this time, we’d be happy to relocate any rough-ins in preparation for your project. Once you are done, email us back to return to do the hook ups, install required shut off valves and install plumbing fixtures for your project.
Kitchen Plumbing & Updates in Metcalfe
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Faucet Plumbing
Faucets (bathrooms, kitchens). Is your faucet 5 years or older? Consider complete replacement unless it’s a simple cartridge issue. There are various brands we suggest like Moen, Delta, American Standard & Kohler. Please ensure that if you are supplying your own bathroom sink faucet, that you select the correct size with holes 4-8” on center based on your existing sinkholes. We are happy to supply and install your new faucet or you may choose to supply and have us install.
At Honest D Plumbing, your East End Ottawa plumbers, we recommend installing an upgraded drain piece (chrome or brushed nickel finish) as the ones which come with standard faucet kits are typically lower quality and will leak over time.
Water Line Shut Off Valves
When you contact your local Russell plumber regarding your faucet replacement, we may ask you if you currently have shut off valves in place. Simply look under the sink and if you see water lines with tap levers attached to them, then the answer is yes – you do! If not, this means we will need to shut off the water to your house with faucets open then install the shutoff valves to the hot and cold water lines we are working on. This will allow you to shut off the water at the source to enable you to switch your faucets in the future without having to shut the water off in the entire house.
Tip: Make sure you know the location of the Main Water Shut Off Valve for your home so it can be turned off in the event of an emergency.
Water Main Shut Off Valve and Dishwasher Installation
In homes that have City or Town water services (& do not have water wells), the main shut off valve that’s located inside your home is the responsibility of the home owner to maintain. The City is responsible for the maintenance of the shutoff valve located at the street. This is the main shut off where the water comes into your house and over time, it gets corroded and requires replacement. We will coordinate with your local township office to have them shut down the water services from the street into your house while we do the replacement then return after we’ve replaced the valve to turn the water back on again. The cost to have the township show up to do this is minimal and we will take care of the coordination for you.
We have been providing dishwasher disconnections/hookups for our clients over the last many years. Homeowners and contractors will often contact us when doing a renovation and require new or replacement equipment. When doing a renovation, the new cabinet footprint will often see the dishwasher being relocated either slightly or into a whole new cabinet cavity. When you contact us, please be sure to provide us with the make and model of the new dishwasher and specify as many details about your project as possible. It is important that before you operate your dishwasher that the water supply line meets the requirements for pressure & temperature. Ideally, the water supply pressure should be between 20 and 120 psi. Your new dishwasher will likely not come with a new water supply line, at Honest D Plumbing, we will install a new stainless steel supply line to meet the above requirements.
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