Pets are wonderful companions that always find their way into our hearts, so much so that they become “one of the family.” But unlike the rest of the family, our pets, especially our furry pets, bring a set of plumbing challenges that we should all be aware of, here are some simple pet owner plumbing tips: Hair & Fur: Dogs and cats are constantly shedding, it may not look like it but they are. So whenever you give your pet a bath, be sure to put a strainer over the drain to keep all Read More >
WEATHER ALERT: Heavy Rain Expected Tuesday = Flooded Basement…
With 2″ Inches Of Rain Possible Tuesday, Follow These Tips To Avoid A flooded Basement: Sump pump, be sure it is operating correctly today; Check that your roof gutters and drains are clear and free of debris; During heavy rain listen for a gurgling drain, that may indicate a drain or sewer that is starting to plug up; Gurgling drain can also indicate roots in sewer, and that’s something you want to check into ASAP to avoid a flooded basement; Be sure to check the city surface Read More >
Happy Independence Day!
Just wishing you a safe and happy Fourth of July - a wonderful holiday filled with fireworks, family, and freedom! (not to mention hot dogs and hamburgers...) Four 4th of July Fun Facts: Independence Day is one of only four U.S. federal holidays that are celebrated on the same date each year, along with New Year's Day, Veterans Day, and Christmas. Three U.S. presidents have died on July 4: John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, and James Monroe. New York City has the biggest Fourth of July Read More >
Pouring Grease Down The Drain…A Big “No No”!
It's so easy to do, you're done eating breakfast and all you want to do is get the day started. So you quickly clean the kitchen by pouring the grease in the drain, no big deal right? Wrong!! Grease, fats, and oils should NEVER be put down the drain, and we mean never. We will spare you all the chemistry involved but know this. Grease is liquid when it's hot, once it cools (somewhere in your pipes) it turns into a sticky blob. In addition, in some cases, it can react with concrete pipes to Read More >
Spring Is Here…Finally
Looks like spring has finally sprung! Now is the time to do a couple basic spring plumbing inspections to be sure your plumbing system has survived the winter in good shape: Visually inspect all supply hoses on your washing machine, garbage disposal and ice maker looking for leaks or bulges. Be sure to replace any hose over 10 years old or hoses showing signs of deterioration. We always recommend using stainless steel hoses, they are much stronger than rubber and are less likely to burst Read More >
WEATHER ALERT: Heavy Rain Expected This Weekend = Flooded Basement…
With 2" to 3" Inches Of Rain Possible This Weekend, Follow These Tips To Avoid A flooded Basement..... Sump pump, be sure it is operating correctly today; Check that your roof gutters and drains are clean and free debris; During heavy rain listen for a gurgling drain, that may indicate a drain or sewer that is starting to plug up; Gurgling drain can also indicate roots in sewer, and that's something you want to check into ASAP to avoid a flooded basement; Be sure to check the Read More >
Why A Tankless Water Heater You Ask…
There are a lot of things to consider when upgrading or replacing your conventional water heater, the biggest question is should you go to a tankless water heater? While not an easy answer, there are a number of advantages to a tankless water heater: Over its lifetime it will generate significantly less CO2 than a conventional water heater; A tankless water heater takes up a lot less space, and can be mounted in more locations; Tankless water heaters can be up to 99% Read More >
Heavy Rain Expected Tuesday Feb. 20th, 2018 = Flooded Basement…
With 2" Inches Of Rain Possible Follow These Tips To Avoid A flooded Basement..... Sump pump, be sure it is operating correctly today; Check that your roof gutters and drains are clean and free of snow and ice; During heavy rain listen for a gurgling drain, that may indicate a drain or sewer that is starting to plug up; Gurgling drain can also indicate roots in sewer, and that is something you want to check into ASAP to avoid a flooded basement; Be sure to check the city surface Read More >
CAUTION: Chemical Drain Openers Can Hurt Pipes & Your Plumber…
Most Chemical Drain Openers Are Made Of Dangerous Stuff The vast majority of liquid and some powdered drain openers are highly concentrated caustics products like lye; some are concentrated acids like sulfuric acid. These chemical drain openers can potentially be hazardous to your health and some time to your plumbing system when you're trying to open a slow drain. Injuries to eyes, lungs, and skin as well as damage to clothing and plumbing pipes and trim can be serious and Read More >
How To Prevent Frozen Pipes…
BE ALERT: A Frozen Pipe Reminder… With single digit temperatures returning across the Midwest over the next 10 days, you could be headed for a frozen pipe encounter. The average claim for a frozen pipe is over $10,000 dollars…yikes! Take a few minutes to read these quick tips and you may just avoid all the headaches that come with a frozen pipe: Let water trickle out of faucets in unheated areas or where pipes run on an exterior wall. Open cabinets under sinks during severe cold Read More >
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