Smart WiFi Automation Apps that Control Your Home
Flooding is one of the worst of all home disasters. Beyond damage to costly items such as furniture, flooring, and personal possessions, when flooding is extensive, even the walls and foundation can be heavily damaged. Smart WiFi home automation apps make remote detection of plumbing problems and flooding a reality, saving ...
Is Green Plumbing a Real Thing?
Green plumbing technologies aid in creating a more sustainable way of life. Californians in the Bay Area have legitimate concerns about managing water usage. The amount of rainfall and the availability of water is just one part of the equation when it comes to sustainability and green technology. It takes energy ...
Latest Hot Water Heater Trends
Hot water heating has always been important. It is of interest that tank water heaters were first developed in 1889, with modern versions still the most common type in use. While water heater technology has advanced, these systems have remained essentially the same in concept since they were first invented – ...
Plumbing Trends in 2018
New technologies have brought exciting new developments in plumbing, including fixtures and modern systems that function with incredible efficiency. The latest plumbing trends include smart plumbing features that work within the “internet of things.” What is in store for 2018? Find out the latest in future plumbing options if you are ...
Smart Water Heaters Buying Guide
This digital age of smartphones and apps has created a trend towards the “smart home,” in which different appliances and systems are digitally connected for better control and efficiency. Among refrigerators, thermostats, lighting systems, and more, even the humble water heater has not been immune to this trend. Plumbing innovations have ...
The Future of the Plumbing Service Industry
While the average homeowner may not associate plumbing with the latest advancements in technology, our team at Benjamin Franklin Plumbing Bay Area pride ourselves on staying ahead of the curve on the latest innovations and advancements transforming our field. While many homes are equipped with old, out-of-date technology that negatively impacts ...
Is Repiping Covered by My Insurance?
When leaky pipes have become a recurring issue rather than an occasional nuisance, your plumbing system is bogged down by mineral and rust deposits, or your water pipes are more than 50 years old, it may be time to start thinking about repiping your home. Repiping is the process of removing ...
Hot New Advances in Water Heating Technology
For nearly a century, Americans have been relying on the same basic type of water heater: the storage tank water heater. These systems heat up a tank full of water at a time and maintain it at a steady temperature, then deliver that heated water through the pipes when a faucet ...
Luxury Shower Heads
When it comes time to renovate your bathroom, installing a luxury shower head is by far the greatest single thing you can do to upgrade your shower experience. From variable pressure to LED lighting, there are countless options to enhance your showering experience. We’ve compiled a list of our favorite modern ...
Kitchen Touchless Technologies
Motion-activated faucets and soap dispensers have been fairly common in public restrooms for years, but those same touchless technologies are now making their way into private homes, including residential kitchens. In addition to looking sleek and elegant, touchless kitchen technologies also make cleanup a breeze by minimizing unsightly water spots and ...