One thing I'm glad you didn't include is a hot water circulation pump. Our most commonly used shower is probably 150 pipe-feet away from the water heater. It takes a good 10 mins for hot water to get there if we don't run the circulation pump. Now I just turn the pump on 10 mins before I shower and I have hot water within 30 secs in that location. It saves me so much time and water.
my mom wanted a pot filler because she thought she would not have to lift a heavy pot anymore like on TV cooking shows! then I said how do you plan to get it off the cook-top or strain pasta in the sink?? *better solution 2 medium pots not one mega pot (unless lifting help is nearby) she said oh your right forget that, lifting is lifting right should add SPLIT SINKS to the list. nothing beats one big sink over two small ones
Pot fillers are useless, just a fancy decoration. a bidet yes. I found those inexpensive ones that fit on a standard already installed toilet work pretty well for the money and easy to install, even I can do that. A bit pain to clean, but doable. The bathroom steams up enough with a hot shower, so don't need that, and I don't have a dog. No bar sink needed, too small anyway, and if you're drinking in the garage, you might have a problem. Anyway Jim, thanks so much for the information and opinions, I love your channel, you are a gem.
I would love to see a video about underrated or unknown plumbing tech that you should CONSIDER installing! My low-key nomination: I think building the "wet" section of the home into one vertical column provides such a great feature and maintenance advantage over the lifetime of the home. Quick hot and cold water forever, easy fixes/additions, and you get to use that cool copper pipe heat recovery system for shower drains. Or just home tech in general! How about those towel warmers to stop stinky cotton after a shower? Or a big Panasonic ventilation fan? Expensive, but I like em! Speaking of expensive, I'm seeing solar panels everywhere now because everyone's getting heat pumps which work incredibly well and only use electricity. Even without an expensive battery system, you still get cheap/free heating/cooling during the day. Solar today will pay off for the younger homeowners who will live to see it pay off, LOL!
@LuminairsGhost, it sounds like you have some very creative thoughts and ideas. Things are improving and changing very rapidly In construction to the benefit of everyone. By the way, I love those towel warmers!
I have a disability that prevents me from lifting heavy items. I love to cook & bake. Heavy pots filled with water are a big problem for me. The thought of not having to lift heavy water filled pots is thrilling! However, I certainly see your point if it's not used. I hate the thought of emptying that boiling water filled pot...I need to figure out a solution for that! 👩🍳
Thanks for your positive feedback on the potfiller. I am currently renovating my kitchen. I planned to have a potfiller installed until I realized it FILLS but I then will still need to carry that filled pot to the sink to EMPTY... Considering the overall cost, I have reconsidered & decided not to. I'll install an instant boiling water tap on the sink in lieu of a kettle.
Would in my house. Plumbing and general labor had left me with numerous ailments that have left me handicapped. I wish we could get installed for the disable and seniors for free who are on disability or have a Drs Script.
Gary Honey, I would highly recommend a bubble tub. I was told they do a better job as a therapeutic tub. These tubs are cheaper and easier to maintain.
Kimberly J, a bubble tub is a bathtub with holes on the outer rim of the inside of the tub. They come with a remote air pump so you can locate it in a crawl space, basement or closet near the tub. The brand name that has been around the most is called a Geberit and they are made in Canada. I believe the major companies are now copying them in the US. I have retired so I’m not making videos because I have no access to these homes. Thanks for asking and watching my videos.
Thanks Jim! I was almost sucked into the hype on the stove faucet,but I am glad I wasn't. Love the channel and tell the interior decorator to 'stuff it'! Any advice looking at plumbing on a new 'to me' house?
I'm not Jim but just moved into a "new" old house and some things to check are toilet tanks for leaks, clean all sink drains, check that there is a PRV installed if you are on city water, and make sure your water heater is up to date on maintenance. Those were all problems the last owner missed.
evrytime me and my wife wash laundry there’s a gas smell in back yard and front yard ( not inside at all). we just had the gas lines replaced so we know it’s not them! any ideas? also sewer smell in laundry room as well , i smelt the wash room drain line and got a headache, but very strong gas smell outside
michael opincar, when they replaced the gas lines, did they replace the pressure regulator on the gas meter? Is the grass dying where the gas line is located? That means you still might have a leak. If you are on a septic tank, you want to open the tank and put an elbow pointing down below the water line on the line coming from the house. Did you find any standing sewer water in the yard? Run water down all the sewer vents through the roof to flush them out. Here are some things to look for.
My city requires thermostatic valves if you remodel. I guess it is the code if you want pass inspection. But what a pain. Tenants complained that the water did not get warm enough. Even after I adjusted them to the max, water was still lukewarm. After replacing, I removed two of them. I think they were watts valves. What a pain.
So, I have a dog item that I've wanted to do for years. A faucet, just above the water bowl, so I could easily fill it. But I haven't done it. The other thing I always wanted to do, was a foot operated kitchen sink, so I could wash the dishes easier. Instead of that, I bought a countertop dishwasher
Matthew Conley, there is a faucet out there you can put above the dog bowl. It’s a pot filler faucet. Someone beat you to it. They also make an electronic foot petal for the kitchen sink. Very expensive and they’ve had a lot of trouble with it. Keep those creative ideas flowing though!
GP, Someone installed the water pressure regulator in my basement by soldering it in place instead of using the two big nuts that normally come on pressure units. Why did they do that? T. Y.
Yes it's me, your faithful disciple struggling with the remodel of an entire house with 3.5 baths. The 'only bell / whistle" I'm considering is the steam shower. Relative to the other items it carries a hefty price tag and, let's face it -it's NOT essential. BUT I do have low b-pressure (always cold) and felt this would be good to warm me up and when we have head-cold congestion. But, a big concern for me is that this HOH (Head of Household is much less sexist than "Master") bath is windowless. Is that invitation for mold and mildew? Are there ceiling units that can suck up the steam? What are your thoughts?? On a completely different topic - kitchen sinks: under-mount versus drop-in, why the big price different? Which withstands leaks over the long run? Are the under-mounts simply trendy? In advance I send my sincere thanks. I'm really out here on my own making these decisions. Faithfully, Jeannie-Marie
Jeannie Marie McGuire, where we live, steam baths are very popular. It’s important to have a well built, totally enclosed shower. You want to tile the walls and ceiling and install the tile on concrete board. The door on the shower needs to have a tight seal. You don’t install a fan in the shower. You install it outside the shower. The controls that come with the steam unit will control the back wash valve. Now about the sinks…. Under the counter sinks are often make with quality stainless steel. Cast iron kitchen sinks have a lot of rounded corners, making them hard to glaze. I really like the looks of under the counter sinks and the ease of cleaning them. Sounds like you have some great ideas and if you don’t do them, you’ll be sorry.
Thank you so much for such a prompt reply! Because I can count on one hand how many times I used the extra-deep jacuzzi tub in my home of 11 years. - I'm yanking out the entire tub in this new HOH Bath. Color is my thing and I'm doing all the walls in tile Crossville ColorBlox mix custom 1" mix. I'll see those colors every day and get cheerful. I've selected a TheraSol system for the steam shower. But you're advising to tile the ceiling? That makes sense. Thank-you!!
Hi Jim, just watched this video again. I think I would use a dog shower for my pooches a lot. I would make it larger and without a glass enclosure so I can do my foot soaks/pedicure in there!
Hi~ I would love a dog shower with a builtin bench added. It would save us from bending, plus sitting within allows for comfort during all uses, including footsoaks! Great idea!
Hi Jim, regarding number three on your list. I am squeamish about the washlet toilets because of “organic overspray” and think handheld bidet sprays are more sanitary. Is it true that you have to turn off the water supply of all handheld bidet sprays after each use (in case the hose breaks and causes a flood)? Thanks Jim.
Kimberly J, the sprayer on the Washlet toilet seat retracts and it’s protected by a cover so don’t worry about overspray. It’s also much easier to use than a handheld sprayer. You do have to turn off the water to the handheld because it can’t take the constant high pressure.
#8 - Urinal. Why do these guys want a urinal installed down by their man cave? There should be no line waiting to use the restroom and urinals are to rush in/rush out, so just have a toilet.
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I retired from doing general home repairs after 40 years and I agree 100%
One thing I'm glad you didn't include is a hot water circulation pump. Our most commonly used shower is probably 150 pipe-feet away from the water heater. It takes a good 10 mins for hot water to get there if we don't run the circulation pump. Now I just turn the pump on 10 mins before I shower and I have hot water within 30 secs in that location. It saves me so much time and water.
Great again, thanks jim
Had no clue there was such a thing as a thermostatic valve. Definitely want one of those
my mom wanted a pot filler because she thought she would not have to lift a heavy pot anymore like on TV cooking shows!
then I said how do you plan to get it off the cook-top or strain pasta in the sink??
*better solution 2 medium pots not one mega pot (unless lifting help is nearby)
she said oh your right forget that, lifting is lifting right
should add SPLIT SINKS to the list. nothing beats one big sink over two small ones
Pot fillers are useless, just a fancy decoration. a bidet yes. I found those inexpensive ones that fit on a standard already installed toilet work pretty well for the money and easy to install, even I can do that. A bit pain to clean, but doable. The bathroom steams up enough with a hot shower, so don't need that, and I don't have a dog. No bar sink needed, too small anyway, and if you're drinking in the garage, you might have a problem. Anyway Jim, thanks so much for the information and opinions, I love your channel, you are a gem.
We use pot fillers a ton. 😮
I would love to see a video about underrated or unknown plumbing tech that you should CONSIDER installing! My low-key nomination: I think building the "wet" section of the home into one vertical column provides such a great feature and maintenance advantage over the lifetime of the home. Quick hot and cold water forever, easy fixes/additions, and you get to use that cool copper pipe heat recovery system for shower drains.
Or just home tech in general! How about those towel warmers to stop stinky cotton after a shower? Or a big Panasonic ventilation fan? Expensive, but I like em! Speaking of expensive, I'm seeing solar panels everywhere now because everyone's getting heat pumps which work incredibly well and only use electricity. Even without an expensive battery system, you still get cheap/free heating/cooling during the day. Solar today will pay off for the younger homeowners who will live to see it pay off, LOL!
@LuminairsGhost, it sounds like you have some very creative thoughts and ideas. Things are improving and changing very rapidly In construction to the benefit of everyone. By the way, I love those towel warmers!
love my Tushy bidet for my toilet seat
Cool statement about bidet. 😂.
Love your channel. Its intresting how things vary across the nation!
I have a disability that prevents me from lifting heavy items. I love to cook & bake. Heavy pots filled with water are a big problem for me. The thought of not having to lift heavy water filled pots is thrilling! However, I certainly see your point if it's not used. I hate the thought of emptying that boiling water filled pot...I need to figure out a solution for that! 👩🍳
I love my pot filler and use it all the time. They are beautiful and handy.
Thanks for your positive feedback on the potfiller. I am currently renovating my kitchen. I planned to have a potfiller installed until I realized it FILLS but I then will still need to carry that filled pot to the sink to EMPTY... Considering the overall cost, I have reconsidered & decided not to. I'll install an instant boiling water tap on the sink in lieu of a kettle.
@@dianegougelet1829 Yes they are mainly eye candy. I love them, but I also have free installation which makes a big difference.
Depending on the location of the filler faucet, you may have trouble with the heat affecting the finish
As a plumber myself I agree with your list, but I would add one more. The jacuzzi tub is something that doesn’t get very much use.
Would in my house. Plumbing and general labor had left me with numerous ailments that have left me handicapped. I wish we could get installed for the disable and seniors for free who are on disability or have a Drs Script.
Gary Honey, I would highly recommend a bubble tub. I was told they do a better job as a therapeutic tub. These tubs are cheaper and easier to maintain.
@@TheGrumpyPlumber what is a Bubble Tub? Can you do a video on it? Any recommendations for brands or models worth buying?
Kimberly J, a bubble tub is a bathtub with holes on the outer rim of the inside of the tub. They come with a remote air pump so you can locate it in a crawl space, basement or closet near the tub. The brand name that has been around the most is called a Geberit and they are made in Canada. I believe the major companies are now copying them in the US. I have retired so I’m not making videos because I have no access to these homes. Thanks for asking and watching my videos.
Hey Jim hope you are doing good, thanks for the great video and information. Yes I always consult my interior decorator 😂👍
Understated humor 😂
Thanks Jim! I was almost sucked into the hype on the stove faucet,but I am glad I wasn't. Love the channel and tell the interior decorator to 'stuff it'! Any advice looking at plumbing on a new 'to me' house?
I'm not Jim but just moved into a "new" old house and some things to check are toilet tanks for leaks, clean all sink drains, check that there is a PRV installed if you are on city water, and make sure your water heater is up to date on maintenance. Those were all problems the last owner missed.
evrytime me and my wife wash laundry there’s a gas smell in back yard and front yard ( not inside at all). we just had the gas lines replaced so we know it’s not them! any ideas? also sewer smell in laundry room as well , i smelt the wash room drain line and got a headache, but very strong gas smell outside
michael opincar, when they replaced the gas lines, did they replace the pressure regulator on the gas meter? Is the grass dying where the gas line is located? That means you still might have a leak. If you are on a septic tank, you want to open the tank and put an elbow pointing down below the water line on the line coming from the house. Did you find any standing sewer water in the yard? Run water down all the sewer vents through the roof to flush them out. Here are some things to look for.
Even if I wasn't going to use it I'd put one in just for the aesthetics. Don't connect to water source and no worries about leaks!
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My city requires thermostatic valves if you remodel. I guess it is the code if you want pass inspection. But what a pain. Tenants complained that the water did not get warm enough. Even after I adjusted them to the max, water was still lukewarm. After replacing, I removed two of them. I think they were watts valves. What a pain.
badchips10, I think you might be talking about pressure balance valves not thermostatic valves. They are two different things.
I'm going to have a pot filler in my new house. The reason is because I do home canning and it will be easier to fill the canner right on the stove.
Same here
So, I have a dog item that I've wanted to do for years. A faucet, just above the water bowl, so I could easily fill it. But I haven't done it. The other thing I always wanted to do, was a foot operated kitchen sink, so I could wash the dishes easier. Instead of that, I bought a countertop dishwasher
Matthew Conley, there is a faucet out there you can put above the dog bowl. It’s a pot filler faucet. Someone beat you to it. They also make an electronic foot petal for the kitchen sink. Very expensive and they’ve had a lot of trouble with it. Keep those creative ideas flowing though!
I like his common sense arguments.
It’s great for pasta and potatoes
2 dishwashers??? WHY
GP,
Someone installed the water pressure regulator in my basement by soldering it in place instead of using the two big nuts that normally come on pressure units. Why did they do that?
T. Y.
Destroyer Of Worlds, they shouldn’t have done that! It will eventually need to be replaced. Sorry for your troubles.
Yes it's me, your faithful disciple struggling with the remodel of an entire house with 3.5 baths. The 'only bell / whistle" I'm considering is the steam shower. Relative to the other items it carries a hefty price tag and, let's face it -it's NOT essential. BUT I do have low b-pressure (always cold) and felt this would be good to warm me up and when we have head-cold congestion. But, a big concern for me is that this HOH (Head of Household is much less sexist than "Master") bath is windowless. Is that invitation for mold and mildew? Are there ceiling units that can suck up the steam? What are your thoughts?? On a completely different topic - kitchen sinks: under-mount versus drop-in, why the big price different? Which withstands leaks over the long run? Are the under-mounts simply trendy? In advance I send my sincere thanks. I'm really out here on my own making these decisions. Faithfully, Jeannie-Marie
Jeannie Marie McGuire, where we live, steam baths are very popular. It’s important to have a well built, totally enclosed shower. You want to tile the walls and ceiling and install the tile on concrete board. The door on the shower needs to have a tight seal. You don’t install a fan in the shower. You install it outside the shower. The controls that come with the steam unit will control the back wash valve.
Now about the sinks…. Under the counter sinks are often make with quality stainless steel. Cast iron kitchen sinks have a lot of rounded corners, making them hard to glaze. I really like the looks of under the counter sinks and the ease of cleaning them. Sounds like you have some great ideas and if you don’t do them, you’ll be sorry.
Thank you so much for such a prompt reply! Because I can count on one hand how many times I used the extra-deep jacuzzi tub in my home of 11 years. - I'm yanking out the entire tub in this new HOH Bath. Color is my thing and I'm doing all the walls in tile Crossville ColorBlox mix custom 1" mix. I'll see those colors every day and get cheerful. I've selected a TheraSol system for the steam shower. But you're advising to tile the ceiling? That makes sense. Thank-you!!
All the Yuppies.
Hi Jim, just watched this video again. I think I would use a dog shower for my pooches a lot. I would make it larger and without a glass enclosure so I can do my foot soaks/pedicure in there!
Kimberly J, great ideas…multi uses! Go for it.
Hi~ I would love a dog shower with a builtin bench added. It would save us from bending, plus sitting within allows for comfort during all uses, including footsoaks! Great idea!
My kids use my shower for dog wash
Hi Jim, regarding number three on your list. I am squeamish about the washlet toilets because of “organic overspray” and think handheld bidet sprays are more sanitary. Is it true that you have to turn off the water supply of all handheld bidet sprays after each use (in case the hose breaks and causes a flood)? Thanks Jim.
Kimberly J, the sprayer on the Washlet toilet seat retracts and it’s protected by a cover so don’t worry about overspray. It’s also much easier to use than a handheld sprayer. You do have to turn off the water to the handheld because it can’t take the constant high pressure.
@@TheGrumpyPlumber Thank you.
Fun vids…pot filler. Just installed of course rarely used but wife’s hands are failing (she’s da cook) never ask’s for help so it’s there 🤷♂️
I would love to have a urinal in my bathroom... 😎
ZiggZagg11, I hope someday you get your own urinal. 😂
sorry--I love thermostatic faucets. I hate the single lever type for flow and temp.
John Utell, thanks for checking out my video.
👍👍
#8 - Urinal. Why do these guys want a urinal installed down by their man cave? There should be no line waiting to use the restroom and urinals are to rush in/rush out, so just have a toilet.
No one is going to forget to use their pot filler. Good grief.
I have heard of any of this crap.