Why You Will Love a Smart Faucet

According to some real estate agents,  higher-end Smart plumbing is a hot commodity right now. In fact, many assert that an old countertop with Smart faucets will command more attention than high-end granite countertops with ho-hum faucets. For the consumer who isn’t selling their home, the ease of use and the ultimate in control make Smart plumbing a joy.

Touch 2O

An example of this is the Touch 2O faucet, a Delta product which features a touch-on and -off feature which can be utilized with an arm or elbow when hands aren’t free. The temperature control can be preset, as well.  The Touch 2O will turn itself off after four minutes of inactivity, meaning the customer never has to worry about having a plumbing disaster if the drain stopper slips into place. There is also a Touch2O for the bathroom sink that will shut itself off after one minute, for those customers with kids who leave the water on. This type of faucet comes with the option to be operated by battery or the consumer can purchase a plug adapter. There is also an add-on voice-activation feature, making it possible to ask your faucet for a cup of water.

Temperature indicators

Some digital faucets for residential use have a digital display that shows the temperature of the water, so there is no reason to chill or scald yourself anymore. The display tells you when the temperature is right. Some have an indicator light that changes from blue (cold) to red (hot) as the water changes temperature.

Or, you can get a combo, which both senses and adjusts the temperature of the flow.

Who buys a Smart faucet?

Customers who want to conserve water

For those who don’t want to adjust the taps, there is one with a sensor that won’t turn on until the water at the faucet is at the set temperature or one that will automatically gear toward a set temperature and flow. While this means waiting, it also means less wasted water, and less fiddling with the water temperature, which is especially handy for people who own a home that is on a septic system.

Customers who want to avoid germs

People who want to avoid spreading germs will also find the sensor option to be handy, because when you think about it, if you turn the faucet on with your dirty hand, then turn it off with your clean hand, your tap is giving you back your germs before your hands are even dry.

Customers with children

People who want their children to wash their hands but don’t want to waste water can have a sensor that only works when there is a hand beneath it or one that turns on when it’s tapped. It minimizes water use since some kitchen faucets (like our customer’s) shut off after four minutes, and bathroom faucets shut off after one minute. Kids won’t be able to leave it running after they brush their teeth. People with babies will find it convenient since they won’t need to put the baby down to turn on the faucet when they need water. Those with mobility issues will find it helpful, as turning a knob on and off, which can sometimes be painful or impossible, becomes unnecessary. 

To control your shower

For the best in Smart showers, try U by Moen’s new smart shower faucet, which will pre-warm your shower to the desired temperature. You can use your Smartphone by asking Alexa to turn it on, or by the provided controller.

You can ask for the shower to be set at a specific temperature, be informed when the shower is ready, have a timed shower, and pause the shower if you don’t want to waste water. There are a couple of other options: the single unit can preset options and will shut off automatically if it has been paused for more than five minutes.

Technology, while it can sometimes be overwhelming, is transforming the plumbing industry and helping us achieve great comfort, as well as peace of mind.

With over 25 years of experience, American Discount Plumbing has offered expert plumbing service and repair in Phoenix Arizona and surrounding cities at affordable rates for both residential and commercial properties. We are a licensed, bonded, and insured plumbing company with thirty-five years of experience in plumbing. From a simple leak to a complete plumbing renovation, we strive to be reliable, honest, professional and all of our work is guaranteed. Call 602-883-2787 today!