How Your Hard Water Is Affecting Your Plumbing The quality of the water at your house has a direct effect on energy costs. Did you know that some estimates suggest that just one-eighth of an inch hard water can lead 33% rise in energy consumption? Why does hard water have such a drastic effect on… Continue reading How Your Hard Water Is Affecting Your Plumbing
Category: residential plumbing
Diagnosing Common Residential Water Heater Issues
Diagnosing Common Residential Water Heater Issues An improperly working water heater can make it difficult for you to live comfortably in your home. It makes it harder bathe, wash dishes, and even do laundry. When you’re faced with a broken water heater, you have no other option than to face the situation head on. The… Continue reading Diagnosing Common Residential Water Heater Issues
How to Choose the Right Plunger for Maximum Results
How to Choose the Right Plunger for Maximum Results If you thought all plungers were the same, we’re here to open your eyes to a whole new world of bathroom plumbing solutions. That plunger in your bathroom discreetly hidden behind the toilet may work well for a clogged bowl, but if you need to use… Continue reading How to Choose the Right Plunger for Maximum Results
Setting the Record Straight – 5 Plumbing Myths
Setting the Record Straight – 5 Plumbing Myths Homeowners can save a lot of money and feel more in control of their home’s plumbing by learning how to maintain it. There are a lot of old wives’ tales out there, but not all of them are safe for your system. Here are five myths about… Continue reading Setting the Record Straight – 5 Plumbing Myths
Types of Water Leaks and the Damage they Cause
Types of Water Leaks and the Damage they Cause Waters leaks in your home or place of business can cause structural problems and other costly damage. If you have a water, you must deal with the problem now before it turns into a bigger issue. Water leaks fall into one of two categories: hidden leaks… Continue reading Types of Water Leaks and the Damage they Cause
Is a Wetroom a Good Choice for Your Bathroom?
Is a Wetroom a Good Choice for Your Bathroom? Wetrooms are open-concept bathrooms that are quite popular across the pond in the UK. While this concept is still rather new to American homeowners, we get calls from property owners interested in this bathroom configuration enough times to make it a topic worthy of its own… Continue reading Is a Wetroom a Good Choice for Your Bathroom?
Save Money with these Water Heating Tips
Save Money with these Water Heating Tips You can lower your energy costs without compromising comfort. Water heating accounts for nearly 18% of your energy bill making it the second biggest utility expensive in your home. Homeowners that want to save money on monthly water heating costs have four options: Adjust the unit’s thermostat Insulate… Continue reading Save Money with these Water Heating Tips
How to Unclog a Bathtub Drain
How to Unclog a Bathtub Drain You can save yourself some time and a lot of frustration by learning how to unclog a bathroom drain yourself. If it’s becoming more of a hassle than a pleasure stepping into a nice warm shower because of water pooling at your feet, it’s time to take action. Here… Continue reading How to Unclog a Bathtub Drain
How to Prevent and Thaw Frozen Pipes
How to Prevent and Thaw Frozen Pipes Preparation and a little bit of education can go a long way toward helping you avoid the mess and expense that frozen pipes can cause. Even in warmer climates like Southern California, Arizona, and Texas (areas that Rooter Hero Plumbing serves), cold spells do occur and when they… Continue reading How to Prevent and Thaw Frozen Pipes
What to Expect When You Call a Rooter Hero Plumbing Customer Service Representative
What to Expect When You Call a Rooter Hero Plumbing Customer Service Representative Rooter Hero Plumbing serves communities throughout Arizona, California, and Texas. Each week, we receive hundreds of phone calls from residential and commercial customers looking for fast, reliable, and budget-friendly service. While we hope your plumbing works without fail 24/7, if you do… Continue reading What to Expect When You Call a Rooter Hero Plumbing Customer Service Representative