Advance: a blog about design & plumbing
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2026 Top Kitchen Decorative Plumbing Accessories
Upgrade your 2026 kitchen with stylish, functional plumbing accessories. Discover touchless faucets, pot fillers, soap dispensers, and hardware that elevate design and everyday usability.
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Cozy Comfort Upgrades For Colder Months
Winter is the perfect time to make your home feel warmer and cozier without a major renovation. Discover three easy, DIY-friendly upgrades from Advance Plumbing—warm towels with the Amba Solo Towel Warmer, instant hot water with the InSinkErator dispenser, and the indulgent comfort of a TOTO Heated Washlet Seat. Small changes, big cozy impact!
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Snow-Free Driveways and Walkways: The Smart Way to Beat Winter
Winter arrives, and with it comes snow, ice, and the endless task of keeping walkways and driveways clear — not to mention the safety risks. What if you didn’t have to worry about it at all? A snow-melt system does the work for you, automatically heating driveways, sidewalks, commercial entrances, and even roofs so shoveling,…
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Touchdown in Style: Game Day Powder Room Updates That Impress
Hosting game day is about more than touchdowns and halftime snacks, it’s an opportunity to showcase your home in style. While your living room and kitchen may be top of mind for steal the spotlight, your powder room often leaves a lasting impression on guests.
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Celebrating The Season With Our Annual Holiday Parties!
The most wonderful time of the year has come and gone—our annual Holiday Parties were back with a grinchy vengeance!
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Winter-Ready Plumbing: Essentials Pros Stock Up On Before the Cold Hits
As temperatures drop, plumbing contractors know that winter brings a unique set of challenges — frozen pipes, burst valves, and emergency repairs. Being prepared is half the battle, and stocking up on the right tools and accessories can make all the difference.
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Pennco Boilers: The Installer’s Choice for Simple, Reliable Hydronic Heat
When the cold sets in, contractors know that time is money — and reliability is everything. That’s why so many pros choose Pennco Boilers, trusted for their straightforward design, dependable performance, and easy installation.
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The Ultimate Shower Head Buying Guide: Styles & Showroom Favorites in Detroit
Explore the most popular shower head styles, DIY upgrade tips, and top brands like Grohe, Axor, Crosswater London, and California Faucets. Visit Advance Plumbing’s Midtown Detroit showroom—walk-ins welcome!
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Protecting Your Home’s Water: Understanding Boil Water Advisories and Safeguarding Your Water Quality
Clean, safe water is something we often take for granted—until an event like a boil water advisory reminds us how essential it really is. Whether in your home or your business, water touches nearly every part of daily life: from drinking and cooking to cleaning and protecting equipment.
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Why Quality Valves Matter: How American Valve Reduces Service Calls
We carry American Valve’s 4000 Series and ScaleRx® systems—engineered to outperform standard valves and extend equipment life. Contractors and facility managers trust these plumbing supplies and parts for smooth installation, reliable shutoff, and long-term performance with fewer callbacks.
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