Garbage disposals are a modern kitchen convenience. Who doesn’t like the idea getting rid of a smelly pail of garbage in their home? Replacement of the garbage disposal is not only expensive, but also a major inconvenience in time, money and mess. Here are some dos and don’ts for getting the maximum life out of […]
Continue readingPeople experiencing drain problems call us frequently. Two of the more common drains they have trouble with are the washing machine drain and the shower drain. Local building authorities require today’s builders to use two-inch diameter pipe and fittings on washing machine drains. Years ago, that wasn’t the case. As you can see from this […]
Continue readingIn today’s do-it-yourself world, many people are inclined to attempt their own plumbing repairs or installations. While this may be practical on some repairs like replacing a toilet fill valve or installing a new flapper in a toilet, some jobs are better left to a plumbing professional. The removal and replacement of a tub or shower […]
Continue readingThe next time your favorite plumber arrives to solve a problem, ask your plumber these five questions. Proactive repair of these five items can help you avoid potentially thousands of dollars in damage. Where is my main water shutoff? Does it work? If your plumbing leaks, it can take you valuable time to locate your […]
Continue readingDo you think just because you live in the Phoenix metropolitan area you don’t have to worry about frozen pipes? When temperatures dip below 28˚, Phoenix residents face frozen pipes quite frequently. Frozen pipes are a big risk to both homeowners and apartment dwellers. Repairing water damage to your home can be costly. For example, […]
Continue readingAre you standing in water wondering if your homeowner’s insurance will cover your water problems? Water backup claims are some of the more ambiguous claims that homeowners face. Let’s start with the basics. When a water backup occurs, water accumulates due to a flow stoppage. Something blocks the water from traveling its normal course, like […]
Continue readingWith the price of water only going up, and the availability of clean, fresh water going down, it is up to each and every one of us to conserve whenever possible. This is good for the environment and good for the pocketbook. Probably most important thing we can do to lower our water bill is […]
Continue readingOld, outdated one-piece angle stop and supply lines are a problem waiting to happen. If either one starts leaking or goes bad, the entire piece must be replaced. And, they will go bad. The shut off valve has a plastic stem and handle, and what happens is when it is not turned for a long […]
Continue readingA customer called the other day to have us come out and replace an angle stop valve servicing his refrigerator. This valve had obviously been slowly leaking for years, as it had destroyed the wood behind the wall. After replacing the valve, we talked about the problems he was encountering selling this house he had […]
Continue readingMost people get nervous at the thought of hiring a new service company. Perhaps they have heard the “horror stories” of their friends who may have been taken advantage of. Here are some easy tips to hiring a plumbing company that will not take advantage of you. 1. Search online for reviews of different companies; […]
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