Dr.Pipe Ottawa: Be Prepared for Washroom Renovations First

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You might have to order parts weeks in advance for a bathroom/washroom renovation. Patience is indeed a virtue. Don’t do a thing until all your ducks are in a row, and you have all you need right on hand for the renovation, including the tile, tub, new lighting, fixtures, vanity, etc. You don’t want to have to make new adjustments in your renovation plans mid project, it can prove frustrating and costly. You also don’t want to have everything on hand – this way, you can still use your bathroom until you are really ready for renovating and you won’t be out of an accessible bathroom as you wait six weeks for the special fixtures you ordered to finally make it to your house. With everything on hand you will know exactly what needs to be done, how, and when.

2. Plan and Think About the Options Before You Act

Explore your sources for bathroom vanities and counter tops. You might find what you want at a local store, and you might have to order the pieces you need special order. You can have some pieces custom cut for your needs. You will need to know the measurements you require. You also have the option of using online means to shop. You can actually save several hundred dollars doing so. It is possible to get a framed mirror, under mount sink, marble top, and a sizable vanity for as little as $1300.00 for everything. Shopping around is key.

3. Strategize Your Shower Storage

Don’t you hate it when you climb in the shower and the soap hits the floor, the washcloth drops to your feet, the shampoo spills over, the razor hits the tub floor and you have to bend over eight times to pick up everything that just hit the floor of your tub? Great exercise, but not much fun really. When it is time you need to strategize your shower storage. The units that are built in the shower wall or those that hang from your showerhead will not cut it. It is a better idea gets shelving made of ceramic tile and installing it in a shower corner. It can run around $10 in terms of cost at the store or a home center in your local area. You can also install in the wall shelves (You can do this when the shower is removed, tile the shelves, and then install the new shower around it). Everything can fit nicely on the shelves and the embedded look is attractive.

4. Underlayment Removal

Instead of stripping the old floor tiles or vinyl, which can be a royal pain in the neck and never work out quite right, it is better to take up the underlayment in small sections along with the covering on the floor. This action is performed easily enough if you use a circular saw to cut into the plywood underlayment deep enough to remove the plywood but not the subflooring. Then, you can replace the underlayment with cementboard or plywood as it is an inexpensive replacement and you start out with a nice surface for your new floor application. It also helps in clearing any underlayment that might already have water damage due to the toilet and condensation or small leak issues.

5. Dress it Up with Colors and Patterns

Glass tiles and Mosaic options are definitely costly – you can expect that it will cost you about $5.00 per 12-inch square tile sheet. Bear in mind it is not necessary to use a lot to make a major change in your bathroom’s look. You add the tile as a thin border or even create a cool pattern to bring the room to life with color contrasts.

If you want some more tips on washroom renovation, make sure that you call the professionals at Dr. Pipe Drain and Plumbing Services. They will be able to help you make the right choice for your bathroom.

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Testimonials

Drain Replacement, Backflow Valve, Sump Pump, Etc.

When I woke up this morning, I was not expecting my basement to have transformed into a full-blown lake. One of our neighbors recommended Dr. Pipe. Our neighbors had needed to replace some of the drains under their home and also recently had a backwater valve installed.

Max came to us and talked about the quote. One of the great things about the discussion was that he took his time and explained everything to me. I remember that Max took the time to make sure that both my partner and I were on the same page and understood everything.

I really want to be honest and admit that I was not particularly friendly that day, I had already received three different quotes, and I just wanted the work to get started. We still decided to go with Max’s company, despite the fact that we already had several other quotes. It was not just about money that we were going to pay, it was about quality, it was about trust, it is about wanting to give my business to a company that wanted ME as a customer.

I can tell you that both Max and his crew came across as polite, clean, honest, and reliable. They were extremely pleasant to work with. The quality of the work that they delivered is excellent, and it certainly added value to the home. Even our insurance rates went down because of the quality work.

It is extremely comforting to know that I have peace of mind the next time that the rain comes down. During the last late-fall storm, it was extremely comforting to hear the sump pump turn on, that sound really allows you to sleep soundly at night.

I have no doubt that the pipes are going to be fine once the tree roots are growing and the snow melts. It is comforting to know is that even if they are not fine, I know that Max is going to be a phone call away to help me set things right. I would honestly be shocked if Max somehow did not uphold the warranty that we have. Honestly, that is the level of trust that we have in Max.

Max

Trenchless Sewer Pipe

I received two quotes for my plumbing. The quote from Dr. Pipe was good, but what I really appreciated was the fact that the professionals at Dr. Pipe took their time to look at the issue, do the research, and actually SHOW me the problem in real-time. The other company never did give me an exact quote, and I was quite worried about potential “unexpected costs.” Both Max and the rest of his crew were extremely professional, kept the area as neat and tidy as possible, and cleaned up after they were done. Despite the fact that I was not actually onsite during the entire three-day process, I felt comfortable enough to give them a key to the property. When someone actually came and took something from the property (I was expecting them to), Max actually called my private number and asked me whether this was OK. I would highly recommend the services of Dr. Pipe.

Rick S.

Drain Work and Sump Pump Installation

Max was the first person to respond to our call for help after our basement flooded. He was quick in determining what the root of the issue was, and fixed the problem quickly. In addition to finding the issue, he also showed us a (potential) issue in our sanitary and storm water drains. He managed to find the possible issue with the drain-camera in a quick amount of time.

Max was courteous and professional when it came to helping us find future issues as well. He helped us alleviate concerns about future problems, thanks to his professional explanation. I have to admit I was also pleasantly surprised by the work of his crew. They cleaned their area thoroughly each time as well. Now I know that extensive repairs are never going to be cheap, but I have to admit I was pleasantly surprised at how reasonable the pricing was. Max even helped us fill out the necessary paperwork to file for our basement flooding prevention subsidy.

Stewart

Backed-Up Drain

It is not often that a plumbing company is able to save you 10,000 dollars. We had experienced a serious drain backup and received quotes from five different drain and plumbing specialists. These included some of the more popular local names, and a few that received a very high ranking on HomeStars. Most of them scoped the drain and told me all the root issues and the critical deficiencies that would continuously lead to problems. They suggested that that we crack the floor, replace the drainpipe, and have the pipe from the front lawn excavated, I would be looking at around $5-10k!

Max did the same exact research that these other companies did, but he told me that the drain was not deficient at all; in fact, it had many more years left! I know that Max was honestly biting his tongue when we discussed what these other companies had said. He rooted the drain (very fast) and there has not been a single issue with our pipes since.

Grant

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