Advance: a blog about design & plumbing
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Top Cutting Tools Every Contractor Should Have in Their Toolbox
Discover the best Diablo power tools every plumber, HVAC professional, and contractor should have in 2025. From reciprocating saw blades to Rebar Demon™ drill bits, find top-rated cutting tools for your toolbox.
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House of Rohl Fireclay Sinks Sale
Shop our House of Rohl fireclay sink sale. Limited time offers while supplies last.
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Top Water-Saving Fixtures for Commercial Jobs
In commercial environments, efficient, durable, and hygienic restroom solutions aren’t just a bonus — they’re essential. That’s why we’re proud to feature Sloan’s market-leading sensor faucets and flushometers, engineered with water-saving innovation at their core.
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Discover the Benefits of Grohe Smart Shower Technology
When it comes to transforming your bathroom into a personal oasis, the Grohe Smart Shower Controller stands out as a perfect blend of innovative technology, sleek design, and effortless control. If you’re ready to elevate your daily routine with a spa-quality experience right at home, this smart shower system deserves your attention.
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Smart Upselling Tips for Plumbing Contractors
Upselling for trade professionals doesn’t have to be uncomfortable. When you recommend the right products—like water heaters, filtration systems, or sump pumps—you’re not just making a sale, you’re protecting your customer’s home.
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The Best Outdoor Faucet for Patios and Summer Entertaining
Summer is all about savoring the little luxuries—sun-soaked afternoons, al fresco dining, and the effortless flow between indoors and out. As outdoor living becomes an extension of our interiors, even the smallest design elements deserve thoughtful attention. Enter the COTOTM Faucet from California Faucets—a beautiful blend of form, function, and refined durability.
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American-Made Plumbing Products from Liberty Pumps
Liberty Pumps is known for producing some of the most trusted water and wastewater pumping systems on the market, in America. Their product line includes residential and commercial solutions such as: sump pumps, grinder pumps, smart pump alarms, sewage pumps, and more.
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Proudly American-Made: Prier Products
Advance Plumbing is proud to carry a wide selection of Prier’s American-made residential and commercial products. Whether you’re updating an outdoor spigot, setting up a garage wash station, or equipping a commercial facility, our expert staff can help you select the perfect product for your needs.
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Dust, Demolition, and Doing Good: Advance Plumbing Joins Habitat for Humanity Detroit
This spring, our team once again partnered with Habitat for Humanity Detroit for a hands-on volunteer day in the Morningside neighborhood.
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Pipe Dreams: PEX vs. Copper — Which One Flows Better for Your Home?
If you’re building a home, remodeling a bathroom, or just replacing old pipes, the debate comes down to two options: Copper or PEX. Both are widely used in residential plumbing, but they’re not created equal. Whether you’re a contractor making smart choices for clients, or a hands-on homeowner tackling a DIY project, here’s everything you…
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