Advance: a blog about design & plumbing
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Bring the Warmth with These 2024 Kitchen Trends
As we welcome the new year, it’s time to embrace the fresh design trends that’ll shape kitchens in 2024.
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Partnership with Citizen Robotics – First 3D Printed Home
In Michigan, the future of homebuilding has arrived. Citizen Robotics, along with other innovative partners, has created the first 3D printed house in the state. And when it comes to outfitting this new type of home, Advance Plumbing Supply has stepped up to donate the plumbing fixtures needed for the bathroom.
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Beyond Circular: Exploring the Versatility of a Linear Drain
When it comes to refreshing and renovating bathrooms, one often overlooked aspect is the drainage system. Unlike conventional circular drains, linear drains feature an elongated channel that typically runs parallel to the shower wall. This design not only exudes a cleaner and more streamlined aesthetic but also allows for versatile placement within the shower space.
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The Timeless Appeal of Cast Iron Boilers
At Advance Plumbing, we are proud to offer a range of cast iron boilers from trusted brands like New Yorker and Pennco, ensuring that our customers have access to the best heating solutions that meet their specific needs.
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Ensuring Safe Drinking Water for Michigan
Governor Gretchen Whitmer recently signed the “Filter First” bill mandating schools and daycares in Michigan to filter their water for lead by the 2025-2026 school year. At Advance Plumbing we have a variety of water filtration systems to help remove lead from your water at home.
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Pulling out all the stops with The Galley Workstation
With winter break and holidays just around the corner, it’s time to start preparing your home for the upcoming influx of guests. One of the most important rooms to focus on is the kitchen.
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Stay Ahead this Heating Season
As the temperatures start to drop, homeowners often find themselves on the hunt for the best heating units to keep their homes comfortable and cozy.
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Embrace the Winter with snow melting and de-icing systems by Warmup
Winter can pose challenges for homeowners due to snow shoveling and ice damming, hence, the importance of Warmup’s outdoor snow and ice melting systems. These systems, placed under concrete surfaces or over roof shingles, use heated cables to prevent snow accumulation. Automatically activated by temperature and moisture sensors, they provide an ideal, easy-to-install solution for…
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Combat Hiring Fraud
Unfortunately, the prevalence of hiring fraud is on the rise, with scammers exploiting the aspirations of job seekers. The Better Business Bureau has reported a surge in employment scams, leading to an increasing number of victims facing financial losses and legal issues due to this common fraud scheme.
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A Thanksgiving Parade Tradition
Advance Plumbing, a family owned Michigan based company, has been hosting their own parade event for over a decade now, but how did it all begin?
Have any industry tips?