It’s easy to get caught up in the excitement of an upcoming remodeling project. If you’re planning on remodeling your bathroom, you’re likely preoccupied with choosing your dream shower or sink that would be perfect for your bathroom. Before you get carried away with your planning, you should contact a plumber to make sure that your plumbing will handle everything you have in mind. Here are some of the things they’ll check for to ensure your plumbing ideas aren’t merely pipe dreams. 

3 Plumbing Considerations Before Your Remodel

1. Drain Size

Before you can upgrade your bathroom fixtures, it’s crucial to ensure that your pipes will handle the increased water flow of new accessories. The standard drain size is about 1.5-inches, for new fixtures you’ll optimally want 2-inch drains. Pipes that are too small will easily clog and potentially burst, causing expensive maintenance issues. Having your pipes upgraded by a professional plumber will save you money down the road should your current pipes not handle the increased flow. 

2. Shower Floor Tilt

The tilt of your shower is an important aspect that’s easy to overlook. Without a proper slope, water won’t drain efficiently, leaving standing water in your shower. This detail is essential if you’re considering a curbless shower for your bathroom. If the tilt is off, you will wind up with water all over your bathroom floor. Achieving the right angle for proper drainage isn’t easy. The shower base has to be installed meticulously, which involves removing the floor before attaching the shower base. Unless you have experience installing showers, you want a plumber to ensure proper installation.

3. Toilet Relocation

Moving your toilet is unfortunately not as simple as picking a new spot and moving it there. You have to move the tank and refit all of the piping. Additionally, you should plan to move the vents as well. If you’re determined to move your toilet, planning for these necessary steps will make the process much smoother.

If you’re looking for a reliable and experienced plumber for your upcoming remodel, the experts at Inner City Trades in Somerset, KY, are here to help. This family-owned business has been working hard to provide the best service for all of south-central Kentucky since 1999. They offer a wide range of plumbing and HVAC services to keep your home running smoothly and efficiently. Visit their website to learn more about their services or call them today at (606) 678-9663 to request a free estimate.