According to Travelers Insurance, from 2009 to 2015, the second leading cause of homeowner’s claims was water damage. The Independent Insurance Agents’ Association recommends these tips to keep your plumbing in shape to help prevent water damage: Inspect your entire plumbing system for leaks. A good place to start is at the city water meter. […]
Continue readingDid you know your water heater is not maintenance free? One of the best ways to double the life of your water heater is by replacing its anode rod. If you’ve purchased a quality water heater, you can expect it to last at least ten years with proper maintenance. We sell only quality units that […]
Continue readingWhat is one of the worst things you could experience when you pull up to your home after a hard day at work? How about opening your door to a deluge of water? You’d better hope your homeowner’s insurance is in force, because the average water damage claim in the US costs about $8,000. One […]
Continue readingGetting a building permit can be a hassle. You are often required to submit a set of plans to obtain the permit. And then there’s those pesky permit fees. Many plumbing projects don’t require a building permit. For instance, in the city of Glendale, Arizona, if a homeowner replaces his or her own water heater […]
Continue readingYou need a new faucet or a new toilet and have been viewing the selection on Amazon or eBay. They have some pretty good looking items there, don’t they? Or perhaps you’ve just left Costco or Sam’s Club and were blown away by some shiny new faucet at a price that was almost too good […]
Continue readingPerhaps you’ve just gotten a big refund check from your taxes and are ready to remodel that kitchen or bathroom you’ve always wanted to redo. You’ve chosen the new tile all, decided on paint color and even bought new cabinets. You’re ready to go. Before you proceed, however, a consultation with a reputable plumber is […]
Continue readingDid you know you can increase the life of your water heater simply by maintenance? The average cost to replace a hot water heater in Glendale is roughly $1,000 depending on the size and if your space can accommodate the new, federally mandated larger units. If the water heater is not where you can hear […]
Continue readingWe replace a lot of water heaters in Goodyear, Arizona. Many of these water heaters have a special pressure expansion valve and ball valve components unique to the City of Goodyear’s building codes. Many governmental agencies require the use of an expansion tank on a water heater. The expansion valve required in Goodyear takes the […]
Continue readingWe recently completed a Goodyear plumbing repair for a customer who had an incorrectly installed water heater pressure/temperature relief line or drain. The function of the pressure relief line is to release excess pressure in your water heat in case the water heater malfunctions and dangerous pressure builds. As you can see from the accompanying […]
Continue readingYou may need a plumber but worry about the cost you must pay for the repair. We understand, because we pay repair people, as well. What some companies charge for the same services we offer sometimes shocks us. We realize when you’re paying $50,000 to $60,000 dollars a month for advertising alone, plus sending your […]
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