2017

  • Understanding How Plumbers Repair a Burst Pipe

    Pipes can burst in many different ways. There is the violent gushing that sends jets of water all over the place, and there is the more gentle version of a burst pipe, where the leaking water is only minimal. Either way, fixing a burst pipe must be done as soon as possible. A burst pipe is no pleasant situation to deal with. Depending on the location and function of the pipe itself, it can cause your home's plumbing system to grind to a halt.
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  • 5 Common Plumbing Problems

    Plumbing often evades the attention of homeowners. But as Murphy's aptly states; if anything can go wrong, it will. Now, what is likely to go wrong with plumbing? Below is a compilation of the most common problems that arise with plumbing.  1.    Leaking taps Drip, drip, drip is a familiar sound in many households. Sometimes it signals a hurriedly closed tap, other times it is a sign of a leaky tap.
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  • Top Extravagant Features to Add to Your Bathroom

    If you are undergoing renovations in your home, one of the rooms that you should focus on should be the bathroom. When you are looking to add the most value to your home, your bathroom is a great place to start, because it is a space that homeowners generally focus in on. There are a few features that are a little over the top, but can be a great addition to your bathroom.
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  • 4 Reasons to Seriously Consider Installing a Heat Pump Water Heater

    Heat pump water heaters are still relatively rare, but they offer homeowners a number of fantastic advantages that make them more than worthy of your attention. Essentially, they capture heat from the air and then use it to heat your water. It might sound like an odd idea, but this process is extremely beneficial. Here are just four reasons why you should seriously consider fitting a heat pump water heater even though you might never have heard of one before reading this article.
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  • Burst pipe management for dummies: what to do until your plumber arrives

    If you have old plumbing or know you have a few vulnerable pipes around the house, you may be vulnerable to "mini" floods occurring around your house. The purpose of this article is to give you a clear, easy guide to what steps to take if you find yourself ankle deep in water and neck deep in trouble, until your emergency plumbing service arrives. First of all, turn the electrical power off!
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  • Three Critical Components to Upgrade in Residential Plumbing

    An upgrade is essential for your plumbing system if the components are old and failing. Timely replacement of the affected fixtures will prevent water damage and space contamination. This type of upgrade can also improve general system performance and efficiency. In addition, you should improve the plumbing if you would like to add general value to your home. Ideally, you should upgrade the entire plumbing system for optimal functionality. However, this is highly expensive and inconvenience if you are still residing in the house.
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  • A Broken Pipe at Home: What to Do When You're Not Quite Sure Where It Is

    A broken pipe is enough to send a chill through the heart of any homeowner. A broken pipe is an unwanted problem but one that needs to be repaired immediately. In some instances, the location of the leak is quite obvious, but in other instances, you will need to do a bit of detective work. So how can you locate a broken pipe? Internal Pipes Look for the telltale signs of a pipe that might be leaking in your wall.
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  • Hot Water Systems: Maintenance Tips to Prolong Their Lifespan

    Your residence's hot water system is crucial for the comfort of you and your loved ones. Without a hot water system that is running efficiently, you will not have a reliable supply of hot water. However, since the hot water system is not located in a prominent place in your home, you probably don't think of it much. This can lead to a decreased lifespan as the system is not receiving adequate care and maintenance.
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  • Why You Should Hire a Licensed Plumber

    They charge low prices Plumbers usually charge an hourly rate. Other expense you may not see is the plumber's fuel and other travel costs to your house. A professional plumber will carry out a detailed diagnostic and work on any faults during the same visit which will save you fees needed for frequent checks. Professional plumbers won't leave your home without giving you a word of advice. This saves you money that you would have spent calling in a plumber over every small plumbing issue.
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  • Causes of Clogging in Residential Plumbing Drains and How to Prevent Them

    Clogged drains can prevent you from using the bathtub, shower, toilet and kitchen sink. Most of the clogging issues that homeowners face with their plumbing drains result from not being mindful of what goes down the drains. Read on to learn what causes clogging in residential plumbing drains and how the problem can be prevented. Kitchen  Let's start with the kitchen where we do our cooking and clean dirty dishes. Many homeowners allow cooking oil, fats and grease as well as leftover food particles to go down the kitchen sink – this is inviting trouble into the kitchen sink.
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