Smart faucet adds a touch of tech in the kitchen

Q: I’m planning on installing a high-tech kitchen faucet, but first I have a few questions. What innovative functions can I integrate with my new faucet? And how do you operate an electronic faucet during a power failure?

A: Intelligent kitchen fittings with touchless on / off control and voice-activated commands are popular in modern kitchens. But this is just the beginning.

Aside from all the bells and whistles, electronic kitchen faucets can also include high tech options like internet connections to apps and smart devices, water temperature memory settings, and monitored water flow usage.

There are a number of backup options available to keep electronic faucets running during a power failure.

If you have a well system and / or additional smart plumbing like toilets and shower controls, you may want to install a standby home generator. Or, you can buy a faucet model with battery backup or manual override valves that you can turn on under the sink – so you won’t go under in the event of a power failure.

Ed Del Grande is a master plumber, contractor, and author. Send questions to [email protected].

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