If you’ve been considering a kitchen remodel, summer is the perfect time to make it happen. With summer vacation in full swing, many homeowners have a much more flexible schedule, allowing them to work around kitchen renovations. The weather is not only ideal for contractors who don’t have to worry so much about the wet, chilly conditions of fall, winter, or spring, but it’s also just right for doing more outdoor cooking while your indoor kitchen may be less accessible than usual. When planning your summer remodel, remember that today’s kitchens are more convenient than ever, thanks to smart technology. Consider the following smart appliances and features for your kitchen upgrades.
Smart Refrigerator
Smart refrigerators only continue to get more advanced as the years pass. There are models available with minimal smart features. These features ensure you get maintenance reminders, allow you to troubleshoot operational issues, or give you the option to control the temperature remotely. On the other hand, higher-end models might offer touchscreens for keeping track of calendars and grocery lists, voice-activated door opening, music and video streaming, and even automatic tracking of items that have been added or removed.
Smart Dishwasher
Though smart dishwashers may not offer as many features as smart refrigerators (yet), they do come with their fair share of benefits. For example, if you ever find yourself away from your house and realize you’ve forgotten to start the dishwasher, remote start via a convenient app is a simple solution. Keep track of your appliance’s current cycle from the palm of your hand and even receive alerts when the cycle is done. Speaking of cycles, some smart dishwashers can suggest which cycle you should use depending on the types of dishes you’ve loaded and your cleaning preferences.
Smart Features
Streamline everyday tasks thanks to the variety of smart features available for today’s kitchens. Smart lighting can be scheduled to brighten or dim and even change colors, giving you plenty of light to cook in, setting the mood for a romantic dinner or upbeat dinner party, and improving energy efficiency. Motion-sensing faucets and trash cans help improve hygiene and reduce the spread of germs throughout the space. Smart kitchen cabinets may incorporate smart lighting and motion-activated technology as well as built-in charging stations for smart devices. A particularly handy feature of smart cabinets, though, is inventory management. Sensors can help keep track of the food in your cabinets and even alert you when it’s time to restock. Most of these features can be easily controlled via apps or even voice commands when your hands are full or dirty from prep work.
Take advantage of the weather and easy scheduling to build the kitchen of your dreams this summer. Just remember that the plumbing that goes on behind the scenes is just as important as the new cabinets, countertops, and appliances you’ve chosen. Reach out to our team at Andy’s Plumbing in Ormond Beach, FL for kitchen plumbing remodeling services you can count on. We’ll make sure your smart kitchen is ready to work for you.
