A touchless faucet turns on with a wave, which is both convenient and more hygienic. Here is what Las Vegas homeowners should know before installing one.
How it works
A sensor near the spout detects motion and triggers a solenoid valve to open the water. Most run on batteries or a plug-in adapter, so no special wiring is usually needed.
The benefits
Touchless operation keeps raw-chicken hands off the handle and makes it easy to turn water on with full hands. In a busy Clark County kitchen, it is a small daily luxury.
Installation basics
The faucet installs like any other, with the added step of mounting the control box and power source under the sink. The solenoid needs a clean supply line and a working shutoff.
Things to check
Make sure there is room for the control box under the sink, and keep a spare set of batteries on hand. hard water and mineral buildup are the norm, and the desert heat stresses outdoor lines and water heaters A pro can handle the fit and test the sensor range.
Wave and go
A touchless faucet is a nice everyday upgrade. Call 888-217-3585 and Las Vegas Plumber Connect will match you with a Las Vegas pro for a tidy install.
Plumbing in Las Vegas: what to know
In Las Vegas, hard water and mineral buildup are the norm, and the desert heat stresses outdoor lines and water heaters. Pros in our network know the local quirks and bring the right parts on the first visit.
Across Clark County — from North Las Vegas, Henderson and Boulder City to ZIP codes like 89129, 89130, 89128 — homeowners deal with the same kinds of issues. The tips above apply locally, and when a job goes beyond a quick fix, a vetted local pro is only a call away.
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