Whether you’re new to an area, a first-time homeowner, or have just never gotten around to it, you need to identify a plumber you’ll be able to call on for leaks, clogs, and any other problems with your pipes. This… Read More
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Plumbing emergency tips
This article has some good advice on how to prepare for plumbing emergencies. The one addition we’d add is just contact us. Although there is a premium for emergency service as the article indicates, we do not gouge our customers. … Read More
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Do you need a new septic system?
Your septic system may fall into the “out of sight, out of mind” category of things around your home, but if your system is leaky or full, it’s a big problem that you’ll need to take care of right away…. Read More
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Do you need a French drain?
Do you have a drainage problem in your yard? You can tell if you see runoff water pooling in certain spots on your lawn. Correcting the problem may be difficult, especially if the water is coming from a neighbor’s property…. Read More
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Five quick leaky pipe fixes
When we field calls from customers with leaky pipes, we’re often asked whether anything can be done until we arrive. The answer is yes, there are a few quick fixes that can minimize the damage until we get there with… Read More
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Are you in hot water over your heater?
Each time you go into your basement do you dread seeing standing water over in the corner? Do you worry that your shower will never warm up, no matter how long you wait? You may be suffering from hot water… Read More
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What’s backing your sump pump
So many homes utilize sump pumps to keep their basements dry and in good condition. What’s surprising is that many don’t have an adequate backup system in the event of an emergency. Homeowners who don’t have backups installed risk flooded… Read More
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Cooking with gas safely
Gas appliances are proliferating in homes all over. Once gas lines ran into houses to just furnaces, water heaters, and stoves. Now these lines are running to outdoor grills, fireplaces, and generators. That’s a lot of pipes and connections throughout… Read More
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Polybutylene problems
Look through your home, especially around your hot water heater, toilets and where the water mains enter into your house, to see if any of the pipes in these areas look like blue or gray plastic. If they do, you… Read More
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What is backflow testing
Another service we offer that many customers may not be familiar with is backflow testing. Though it may not be a well-known topic, it’s an important one as it can seriously affect the health of those dwelling in homes and… Read More