When Should You Hire a Plumber? There are some household plumbing repairs homeowners can do themselves to save money, but knowing when to hire a plumber is the best way to save the most money in the long run. Too many homeowners make the mistake of taking on a plumbing project that they don’t have… Continue reading When Should You Hire a Plumber?
Category: Useful Tips
How to Clean a Garbage Disposal
How to Clean a Garbage Disposal A dirty garbage disposal can leave your kitchen smelling less than fresh and can impact the appliance’s function. At Rooter Hero Plumbing, we get phone calls every day from homeowners who want to know what they can do to clean their garbage disposal. To clean your disposal, follow these… Continue reading How to Clean a Garbage Disposal
Why Does My Home Smell Like Sewage Every Time It Rains?
Why Does My Home Smell Like Sewage Every Time It Rains? This is a question that many homeowners ask. Chronic sewage smells after a rainfall or even when the furnace or air conditioner is running can be a sign of a septic problem. The bad news is that if you’re smelling this vexing smell, your… Continue reading Why Does My Home Smell Like Sewage Every Time It Rains?
Will My Homeowner’s Insurance Cover Water Damage from Plumbing Mishaps?
Will My Homeowner's Insurance Cover Water Damage from Plumbing Mishaps? When you purchased your homeowner’s insurance policy, you probably thought you were covered for anything that went wrong in your home. Unfortunately, this isn’t always the case, especially when it comes to water damage and flooding. In fact, most insurance policies do not cover water… Continue reading Will My Homeowner’s Insurance Cover Water Damage from Plumbing Mishaps?
How to Flush a Water Heater
How to Flush a Water Heater Maintaining a water heater will prevent untimely repairs and extend the life of the appliance. One of the ways that you can maintain your water heater is by flushing the tank once every six months. Sediment buildup inside the heater’s tank not only clogs your water lines, but it… Continue reading How to Flush a Water Heater
How to Avoid Plumbing Emergencies
How to Avoid Plumbing Emergencies Proactive homeowners can avoid many plumbing emergencies. Plumbing maintenance can help you reduce your costs for repairs and leaks that are wasting electricity and water. By following a simple maintenance checklist, you can prevent many problems before they happen. Tips to Prevent Plumbing Emergencies Water Heater and Boiler – Before… Continue reading How to Avoid Plumbing Emergencies
Seasonal Plumbing Tips to Keep Your Plumbing in Prime Condition Year-Round
Seasonal Plumbing Tips to Keep Your Plumbing in Prime Condition Year-Round As the seasons change, you need to make sure your plumbing is prepared. You can avoid several common plumbing and drain issues by following these seasonal maintenance steps. Spring Tips Check all of your faucets for leaks or drips and make any needed repairs.… Continue reading Seasonal Plumbing Tips to Keep Your Plumbing in Prime Condition Year-Round
5 Basement Plumbing Tips
5 Basement Plumbing Tips It is imperative to keep the plumbing in your basement running up to speed because it plays a significant role in your home’s overall plumbing function and safety. At Rooter Hero Plumbing, we recommend regular maintenance and professional inspections to ensure everything is flowing as it should. Here are five basement… Continue reading 5 Basement Plumbing Tips
How to Safely Unclog a Blocked Toilet
How to Safely Unclog a Blocked Toilet Is the toilet clogged again? Don’t worry. You can safely remove that clog and have your toilet working again in a matter of minutes. There are ways to clear clogged toilets fast to prevent a bathroom flood. More often than not unclogging a toilet is a quick fix… Continue reading How to Safely Unclog a Blocked Toilet
5 Easy Ways to Conserve Water
5 Easy Ways to Conserve Water We all need to conserve water, and some approaches are much easier than others. Rooter Hero Plumbing suggests these five easy ways to conserve water require minimal effort from you. Repair Leaky Toilets Leaky toilets consume more water than you may even realize. If your toilet constantly runs, replacing… Continue reading 5 Easy Ways to Conserve Water