PLUMBING
Nate Owen, Villages Office Manager Mike Scott Plumbing
What additions should seniors consider when upgrading their bathrooms? Accessibility should be the theme of any senior bathroom. The ideal situation would be to have plenty of clear space to accommodate assistive devices, but other items to consider would be a tub of proper height, grab bars and an adjustable height shower head. What are some trends in bathroom remodels, and how can seniors benefit from those additions? One of the most common items we install in large senior communities that we serve is a recirculating pump on the hot water
heater. Wait times for hot water to reach the bathroom are not only inconvenient, they can be costly, as they affect both water and sewer bills. A recirculating pump is affordable and provides instant hot water to the user. Are there specific bathroom items you would recommend in order to help seniors live safely and comfortably in their homes? Having the toilet at the proper height can make an incredible difference in the comfort and safety of the senior bathroom. Two of the most common options for achieving this are replacing the toilet with one that is the proper height or buying a seat extender.
Mike Scott Plumbing › 668 E Overdrive Circle, Hernando › (866) 314-4443 › mikescottplumbing.com
NATURAL STON E AN D QUARTZ CUSTOM COUNTE RTOPS SPECIALIST
Wenceslao & Elizabeth Minami, Owners Minami Granite Design, Inc.
What makes Minami Granite different than other granite specialists? MGD Inc. offers our customers competitive pricing and dependable service. We are committed to selling the best products available for your home or business. Clients work directly with us—we do not subcontract our installations. From fabrication to install, we meet to develop the “big picture” of the project and are there throughout the process. We strive to be helpful and kind and suggest the best products for each job. Does Minami have a local showroom? Customers can come to our showroom and view the actual slabs. We specialize in natural granite, manufactured quartz, natural quartzite
and marble. We carry top-quality material and full slabs at our location, and with our on-site fabrication and installation, we can provide the highest quality work for customer satisfaction. Tell us a bit about your business philosophy. We are a family-owned business with more than 20 years of experience, and we specialize in personalized service. We have more than 11 years of experience in Ocala, The Villages, Citrus County and Gainesville. We listen carefully to what our clients want and work with each client to create a space or room that will suit their needs and wishes.
Minami Granite Designs Inc. › 1806 NE 2nd Avenue, Ocala › (352) 671-9800 › minamigranitedesign.com APR ’18 ›
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