Top Causes of
Water Damage
in the home
1. Hot water tanks

2. Washing
Machines

3. Refrigerators w/
Ice or Water
Dispenser

4. Dishwashers

5. Attic A/C units
Source:
Safeco Ins. Co.
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What Every New Kitchen Should Have
.... and probably won't, unless you ask
Installing these plumbing items while the house is under construction will save you thousands of dollars later on, and eliminate the inconvenience and mess of having to tear up the basement floor and/or foundation walls.
* All prices shown are based on Manufacturer's Suggested List Price
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FloodSafe™ Connectors
Prevent catastrophic water damage from burst, broken or ruptured dishwasher supply hoses and fittings.
Under $20.00 each

If you're not at home when a hose breaks, it could result in serious flooding.
These flexible braided stainless steel water supply connectors from Watts, feature a patented FloodSafe™ shutoff device that automatically shuts off the water supply to plumbing fixtures/appliances when a leak or rupture is sensed.
FloodSafe™ Connectors are available for all faucet, washing machine, dishwasher, ice maker and toilet connections.
- Pot Filler at Stove
starting at around $400.00

No longer am item just for restaurants and gourmet cooks, a pot filler faucet offers both convenience and safety in today's kitchens.

A pot-filler faucet mounted next to the stove that enables cooks to fill large, heavy kettles with water without having to lift them out of the sink and carry them across the kitchen.
What Every New Home Should Have
See Also:
Kitchen Planning Guide
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