Plumbing Tips and Upgrades for Your Summer Rental

Your summer rental could use a little TLC. Our team at H.L. Bowman is here to help!

H.L. Bowman has provided heating, air conditioning, and plumbing services to homes (including rentals) in York, PA, and all the surrounding areas for many years. We’re a local business that specializes in quality craftsmanship and customer satisfaction.

Let’s work together to find ways to improve your summer rental through plumbing upgrades.

Sand in the Sheets? Plumbing is the Answer!

We love the beach! We love the water!

But we hate the sand—especially when it clogs our pipes or settles between the bedroom sheets. Here are a few ways to get around this issue:

Install an outdoor shower.

• Schedule our team at H.L. Bowman to install an outdoor shower. That way, renters can rinse off quickly and conveniently before going indoors. We can even add new spigots if your existing space doesn’t have a convenient setup for installing your new shower!

Upgrade your pipes

• Many older properties have metal pipes that trap sand and other obstacles, leading to clogged drains. H.L. Bowman can upgrade those old pipes using newer plastic pipes made of PVC or ABS. These pipes have smoother materials, allowing the sand to flow freely through your system.

Don’t forget the baby powder!

• Let your rental guests know about this proven DIY strategy: keep the sand at bay by applying baby powder on feet, hands, and anywhere else where the sand is. The baby powder removes moisture, preventing the sand from sticking to your skin or clothing—keep a bottle near every entrance as a reminder to your renters.

Nobody Likes a Dripping Faucet

According to the Environmental Protection Agency, the average household’s leaks in the U.S. can account for nearly 10,000 gallons of water wasted each year.

That’s a lot of water—and money—flowing down the drain.

Give us a call—we offer plumbing maintenance and plumbing repair services. One of our licensed plumbers can thoroughly inspect the plumbing system of your rental property, for leaks or corrosion. We’ll check the faucets, toilets, drains, and other components.

And if you will be closing up your rental property over the winter, H.L. Bowman offers winterization services to minimize the chances of a pipe burst. We can also recommend security systems that safeguard against leaks and water damage.

Create an Outdoor Kitchen

Want to keep your rental home cool with lower energy consumption throughout the summertime heat? Create a space to encourage rental guests to cook outdoors!

Our plumbing team can safely extend water lines so that you can create a culinary paradise on the outdoor patio. Adding a sink to your rental’s outdoor kitchen makes a lot of sense: renters can use it to prep food or wash their hands while eliminating the need for them to track sand or other mess inside.

We can help you choose the material and location to create a welcoming outdoor kitchen. We’ve been in the plumbing business for years—you can count on us for quality work.

Upgrade Your Rental to Tankless

Swapping out your traditional water heater for a tankless model is a smart move for coastal rental properties. Tankless water heaters provide hot water on demand—no more complaints from guests about running out during showers! 

They’re also compact, energy-efficient, and built to last longer than conventional tanks. With fewer maintenance needs and lower utility bills, they’re ideal for busy rental homes where performance and reliability matter. 

Plus, you’ll free up valuable storage space and reduce the risk of leaks. 

Call Your Plumbing Experts Today!

Turn your beach rental house into the perfect coastal getaway with smart plumbing upgrades that boost efficiency, safety, and guest satisfaction. Whether you’re dealing with aging pipes and outdated fixtures or you’re ready to invest in modern solutions like tankless water heaters or outdoor showers, H.L. Bowman has the experience and tools to help.

We offer a full range of plumbing services designed to meet the unique needs of seaside properties, including corrosion-resistant piping, water pressure regulation, and leak detection systems that help protect your investment and keep renters happy.

Our expert team proudly serves York, PA, and the surrounding areas, providing reliable, high-quality workmanship that keeps your property rental-ready year-round.

Call us today at 717-287-5495 or request service online to schedule a consultation and discover how a few plumbing upgrades can make a big impact on your rental home’s value and comfort.