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How Does Cold Weather Affect My Plumbing: Preparing for Cold Weather
With winter right around the corner, many homeowners are thinking about the impact the colder weather can have on their plumbing systems. From frozen pipes to greater strain on the system due to people spending more time indoors, plumbers tend to see more work during…
Water Heater Maintenance Tips
Keeping up the maintenance of your hot water heater can keep it running and save you money. Things like adding insulation and flushing sediment from the tank can improve efficiency and longevity. Certain components of a hot water heater are much cheaper to replace than…
Types of Plungers and When to Use Them Services
Did you know there’s a difference between plungers, and some are better for certain things than others? If you’re like most people, you probably didn’t know that. The common, red rubber plunger that usually comes to mind isn’t the best to use in all situations,…
Why people should hire licensed plumber to do the job
The plumbing system in your home is one of the most important components of your home. In fact, you probably rarely think about it, until there’s a problem. When there is an issue, however, it can disrupt your day-to-day life in a myriad of ways….
10 Things That Are Ruining Your Home’s Plumbing
Plumbing isn’t something we usually notice until there’s an issue. And once that happens, it can create some serious stress in our lives. The biggest issue when it comes to plumbing is ourselves. We put the wrong things in the garbage disposal, or do bad…
Fact or Fiction: You Can Hook Your Sump Pump to the Sewer System?
If you have a sump pump, you’ve already made the wise decision to prevent water from entering your home. But that leads to a valid question – where does the water go when the sump pump runs? There are two commonly accepted methods for sump…
How to Unclog a Sink Drain with a Plumber’s Snake
“Teach a man to fish, and you feed him for a lifetime.” In the plumbing industry, we have a different version of this common saying: “Teach a homeowner how to snake, and you’ll unclog their drains for a lifetime.” Ok, so that doesn’t roll off…
Water Not Running? Here Are a Few Explanations
Access to reliable running water is a luxury many of us take for granted each and every day. So, when your water stops running from the faucets, it can be cause for concern. If your water suddenly stops running, the first thing you should do…
3 Reasons Why Your Sump Pump is Constantly Cycling
When you hear your sump pump kick on, it should provide a sense of relief that the appliance is keeping your basement dry and clean. However, if the sump pump runs and runs and runs – and won’t turn off, that’s a sign of a…
Why a Battery Backup For Your Sump Pump Is a Good Investment
If you have a home with a basement, you are likely aware of the importance of the sump pump to keep the space clean and dry from standing water. A sump pump functions by removing groundwater before it enters the basement. The appliance typically works…