How Your Plumbing Can Benefit from Whole-House Filtration Clean water is gentler on your pipes and appliances. Filtered water tastes good and can also improve the texture and brightness of skin and hair. Many people believe the water coming through their taps is the cleanest water available, but that may not be the case. Municipal… Continue reading How Your Plumbing Can Benefit from Whole-House Filtration
Month: November 2015
Trim the Fat, but Keep It Out of the Garbage Disposal
Trim the Fat, but Keep It Out of the Garbage Disposal Do you know what the busiest day of the year is for plumbers? The day after Thanksgiving, of course! Family holidays are not a good time to deal with drain clogs, broken pipes and other plumbing issues. Unfortunately, the combination of heavy cooking and… Continue reading Trim the Fat, but Keep It Out of the Garbage Disposal
Do You Need Plumbing Insurance?
Do You Need Plumbing Insurance? As the owner of a house or small business, protecting your property and finances is always a top priority. While homeowner’s insurance may pay for some of the costs associated with plumbing issues, these policies often provide only limited coverage. The decision to purchase plumbing insurance should be made with… Continue reading Do You Need Plumbing Insurance?
What to Do If Your Water Turns Brown
What to Do If Your Water Turns Brown You may have had a nightmare about this before. As you turn on the faucet and cup your hands beneath it to wash your face in the morning, you are greeted by a steady flow of brown liquid bursting from the sink. As you reel in disgust… Continue reading What to Do If Your Water Turns Brown
Protect Your Property from Copper Theft
Protect Your Property from Copper Theft Some homeowners aren’t fully aware at just how desirable their pipes and plumbing fixtures can be to would-be thieves. Copper theft is a nationwide issue that can affect almost any homeowner. Copper is a desirable target because it is easy to resell, has a relatively high value for its… Continue reading Protect Your Property from Copper Theft
Tips for Hiring Outstanding Plumbers
Tips for Hiring Outstanding Plumbers When selecting a plumbing service to take care of repairs, maintenance or installation for your home, it pays to hire experienced professionals. While you can request estimates and get information from multiple plumbers, you will ultimately have to decide on a single service that you feel will best fulfill your… Continue reading Tips for Hiring Outstanding Plumbers
Lights, Camera, Action: Video Camera Drain Inspections Get 5-Stars
Lights, Camera, Action: Video Camera Drain Inspections Get 5-Stars If you are like many other homeowners, you probably don’t want to see what the interior of your plumbing system looks like. While the view may be akin to a horror movie, the ability to visually examine pipes, fixtures and sewer lines can be an invaluable… Continue reading Lights, Camera, Action: Video Camera Drain Inspections Get 5-Stars
So You Want to Be a Plumber
So You Want to Be a Plumber Plumbing may not be the most glamorous field, but it is an essential and rewarding one for those who practice it. As a skilled trade with high demand throughout the country, many people find success in pursuing a career path in the industry. However, those interested in becoming… Continue reading So You Want to Be a Plumber
The Benefits of Installing a Sump Pump
The Benefits of Installing a Sump Pump Sump pumps are a common inclusion in residential and commercial plumbing systems, although not every modern home is equipped with one. There are many reasons for homeowners to consider installing a pump if they don’t have on already or upgrade their unit to a stronger one that can… Continue reading The Benefits of Installing a Sump Pump
How Plumbing Automation Can Keep Your Employees Healthy
How Plumbing Automation Can Keep Your Employees Healthy Employee health is a top concern for any business or organization. Sickness is not only a miserable experience for the individual, but it also means loss of productivity for the employer. Maintaining a sanitary environment is particularly important in the food service industry, as customers and inspectors… Continue reading How Plumbing Automation Can Keep Your Employees Healthy