The start of a new school year brings all-new routines for families. Children wake up earlier and morning routines become jam-packed as everyone gets ready for their day. Water use has a big impact on morning routines, especially with showers and meal preparation for everyone in the family.



Before you dive into the new school year, learn how plumbing upgrades can make a difference in your family routines and improve the flow for everyone involved.

1. Shower Head Upgrades and Improved Water Pressure

Families typically have to use the bathroom for multiple uses in the morning. If you have a clogged or weak shower head, then your showers could take longer and delay everyone's schedule. A plumber can install a new shower head to increase the water pressure and improve the way people shower.

In some cases, the lack of water pressure could come from another source in the home. For example, a leaking water pipe could reduce the amount of water pressure in the home. A full inspection of the shower and multiple water pressure tests can improve performance and provide you with better water pressure and faster showers.

Increased water pressure will reduce the amount of time taken to rinse off suds, shampoo, and other products.

2. Hot Water Heater Upgrades

Morning shower routines also include a lot of hot water use. Cut down on hot water bills and oil use with the installation of a new water heater. A more efficient upgrade will use less energy and supply your home with hot water for longer. A person who uses the shower last will not need to worry about lukewarm water or a lackluster experience.

A plumber will inspect your current hot water system setup and give you a wide range of upgrade options based on availability and budget.

3. Water Filtration Systems

When you pack snacks and lunches for school, your instincts may lead you to pack water bottles for everyone. Water bottle purchases can quickly add up to big costs and excess plastic can pollute the Earth. With a reusable water bottle, you can provide fresh tap water to your children each day.

A plumber can install a water filtration system that cleans water at the tap, removes bacteria, and ensures the water remains clean. A plumber can perform water tests on the home to tell you what your water contains and how the filtration system provides clean options.

The water filtration system can expand to every water source in the home. If you have a refrigerator that creates ice, then the filtration system will give you clean ice you can also use within a child's water bottle. Once you transition away from plastic bottles, you can create a clean and effective way to send drinks to school each day.

4. Garbage Disposal Installation

Back-to-school routines may include morning breakfasts, prepared lunches, and snacks after school. Along with the food prep, you may have a lot of food waste after you prepare each item. Decrease the amount of time you take to clean up with a professional garbage disposal installation.

A garbage disposal allows you to easily clean up food waste. Once you get used to the disposal, you will have a much easier time prepping multiple meals in the morning and building a fast routine so everyone gets ready on time.

A plumber will install a garbage disposal in your main kitchen sink, but you have other options as well. For example, you could install a garbage disposal in an island sink if you do most of your food prep on a kitchen island.

For more information on plumbing upgrades, contact us at Complete Plumbing. We can complete upgrade installations and test out everything to ensure your home plumbing runs smoothly for the new school year.