How Pioneer Eases Contractor Pains for Faucet Installation and Maintenance
In order for faucet systems to stay beautiful, efficient, and long-lasting, it’s important for contractors to know the ins and outs of the faucets they choose for their projects. We now that with a million things to worry about, contractors can benefit from any assistance manufacturers can give upfront. This will help to avoid hiccups along the way, wasting precious time and creating more stress for all involved.
Here are a few ways Pioneer Industries works to make contractors’ lives easier when it comes to faucet solutions.
Open Communication
Communication is one of the most crucial aspects of project completion. While contractors have experience in the field of faucet systems, not asking questions or doing research on the manufacturer’s products can mean you miss out on important details of a faucet part, running the risk of displeasing a client and running the risk of a faulty faucet. We as the manufacturer, will offer as much information as possible and will step in to offer various different ways to gain insights and knowledge.
As the manufacturer, it’s our responsibility and commitment to answer those questions and help provide the information you need. We have found it is helpful to explain the ins and outs of our faucet options so you can choose the right product for your project. We provide that information in downloadables, how-to videos, and are available for a quick chat, to take the time to discuss installation steps, maintenance needs, and the benefits of our faucets. By taking the time to listen to your questions or concerns we want to become your trusted and relevant source of information — and a valuable asset.
Provide Information on Different Faucet Parts
Not only do we find it beneficial to openly explain our faucet parts, but it’s also beneficial for contractors to understand which parts create the best solution.
We keep you fully informed, to ensure you have everything you need to choose a good quality faucet for your client and helps them avoid any costly repairs or replacements down the road — and mistakenly blaming you for their woes. Understanding the mechanics of what you’re buying also helps your better understand your prices.
Plus, if you know all the individual parts, it will enable you to act efficiently in case of an emergency. If a newcomer on the contracting team installs something incorrectly, the lead contractor will have the tools and knowledge on how to fix it without damaging other parts.
What Faucet Parts are Important to Know
At Pioneer, we list all the potential faucet parts needed in our latest catalog so contractors can get all the details you need. We’ve outlined what we think are the most critical parts of the faucet to focus on and how they will help contractors with projects.
Faucet Extender
A faucet extender can provide a more ergonomically designed faucet for your clients. Contractors can discover their client’s accessibility needs and their target demographic to find the right faucet extender for their project.
This part also can be used on more than faucets, so extend the conversation to the showerhead as well. Contractors can then make sure their clients are going to be able to use it and that it makes their lives easier, depending on their needs.
Faucet Aerator
Faucet aerators are key for water savings and energy efficiency, so contractors should have this faucet part at the top of their “to-know” list. It is beneficial to explain the massive benefits of low-flow aerators to their client and ensure they know how to test their flow rate for peak performance.
Aerators do occasionally need to be rinsed out due to sand and particulate build-up. As a contractor, providing a maintenance checklist and replacement schedule can be beneficial to help your clients maintain good water flow performance.
Aerators are great for bathroom sinks and even kitchen sinks. If your client’s property has pot fillers, you’ll want to let them know that aerators in faucets that have high-volume tasks could frustrate your tenants, as it does increase the amount of time it takes to fill a container.
Faucet Cartridge and Faucet Cartridge Replacement
As contractors know, the faucet cartridge is a plastic piece in the faucet that controls water flow and replacing it is incredibly important in preventing leaks and drips. O-rings accompanying the cartridge create a tighter seal.
One-handle and two-handle faucets have different impacts on cartridge replacement, so be aware of this going into a faucet repair project.
Faucet Washer
The faucet washer is used to attach the aerator to the faucet stem. To prevent any future issues, you can explain the predictability of washers wearing out over time to clients to avoid being accused of a faulty installation.
If the client is unaware that the faucet washer can dry up, crack or get coated with mineral deposits and allow water to seep through, you can expect a call within a year from a dissatisfied client. However, if they’re aware, they will be prepared to have maintenance staff fix it easily. Consider going over washer sizes and the shut-off valve with them, as well.
Faucet Stem
Faucet stems are perhaps the best known of all the faucet parts and are usually attached directly to the sink. Clients will probably be able to point it out with no education required on your part. Focus on all the versatility, colors and styles you have access to, as it may be one of the most important conversations to your client.
Faucet Valve
Contractors may also wish to run through the four different types of faucet valves so their client can make an informed decision; these include compression valve, ball valve, cartridge valve and ceramic disc valve. The main points to touch on are the price points of each type, the parts it works collaboratively with, the complexity in installation, and the maintenance and the technology behind it.
PIONEER’S ADVANCED FAUCET TECHNOLOGY
At Pioneer, we are dedicated to helping contractors save time and money while pleasing their clients. Utilizing our quick-connect technology, flexible supply lines and optimized valve configurations can allow you to get projects done quickly, and satisfy clients. It’s a win-win.
We can help you wow clients with pull-down kitchen faucets utilizing quick connect adapters, which helps install dazzling faucets in hard-to-reach and hard-to-see areas under your client’s sink.
Our Quick Mounting Kit can help contractors quickly install kitchen faucets. Unlike other mounting kits that require an additional mounting tool and multiple readjustments, the Quick Mount technology only needs a screwdriver for alignment. It reduces labor costs as this technology makes it possible for a single person to install a new sink with ease.
Our easy install Flex Supply Lines utilize braided nylon, stainless steel, PVC or polymer with a core tubing and eliminate the need to install compression fittings and soldering copper pipes to faucet supply lines.
No matter what solution you’re looking for, we have the perfect faucet for your project and we are here to support you throughout the whole process. With our innovative technology, Pioneer can help both you and your clients save time and money. Check out the wide variety of products we offer today.
We’ll Save You Money and Time
There are many ways to the same destination. This saying applies to multi-family housing builds just as much as to anything else in life. The ultimate goal is save as much money as possible while delivering a great finished project – that’s simply showing smart business sense. But, finding a one-off deal or sacrificing quality isn’t the only way to get a healthy ROI. We have a better way.
Pioneer works with professionals every day to develop specification packages and plans that save our valued partners both time and money, sometimes in surprising ways. It’s our goal to ensure your project meets or exceeds its expected outcome. We want to get to know you and your company and show you how we can save you money. Please reach out via our website form or call us at (800) 338-9468.
