What 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 […]
Continue readingWhat’s the big deal about new water heaters? Well, nothing, until you need a new one, and then they might be a problem. Starting April 2015, a new energy factor takes effect that will change the manufacturing guidelines of water heaters. To meet new government energy efficiency standards, new water heaters will be taller, wider […]
Continue readingAs with all major plumbing repairs, we recommend consulting a professional plumber skilled in the detection and repair of leaks under the foundation, often called a “slab leak.” As a general rule, we don’t recommend fixing a leaking water line when it runs under concrete, for example a leaking pipe in your slab. “If it’s […]
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