Backflow Preventer You often see them next to a house or by the side of the road, but do you know what they are? Do you know what their purpose is? What Is Backflow? Backflow is when contaminated water that should be flowing out of a building instead flows in the reverse direction and enters […]
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Recirculation Pump Waiting for hot water is not only frustrating, but it is costly and wastes water. If you have never heard of a recirculation pump or want to know more about it, read on. What Happens When you turn on your faucet for hot water, water starts flowing from the pipe. Typically, the water
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Flushing Your Pipes Have you ever gone on an extended vacation, came home and immediately turned on a faucet or shower? Most of us don’t think twice about it. Water in your pipes sits stagnant the entire time you were away and flushing your pipes is highly recommended. Interior Pipes A plumber’s trick is to
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How A Tankless Water Heater Works By now you’ve heard of the tankless water heater. Hot water on demand! But do you know how it works and how it can replace your large tanked water heater? Cold Water Enters (1) The instant the hot water faucet is turned on, it starts the process of heating
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Drains and Root Intrusion Did you know that tree roots can make their way into your drain system? They constantly seek water and will stretch out to find it. How do you know that a drain issue is caused by root intrusion? What Is Root Intrusion? Root intrusion is just that: tree roots that have
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What is a slab leak? Some homes are built on concrete foundations. These foundations are called slabs and they are important to the structural integrity of the entire house. Often, water and sewer lines run beneath the slab. These pipes can develop pinhole leaks or even crack, causing a slab leak. Signs You Have A
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What is a clogged mainline? You may have heard of the term “clogged mainline” but do you know what it actually is? What is a Mainline? A mainline carries wastewater from toilets, showers, kitchen drains and other fixtures to the municipal sewer line or to a septic system. Every building that has drains has a
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Why do I have a running toilet? The job of a toilet is simple: flush whatever is in the bowl and it’s done. However, problems will arise and one of those is the toilet not stopping. This is commonly referred to as a “running toilet.” There are several reasons why this happens. Flapper The flapper
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What To Look For In A New Tankless Water Heater Hot water on demand! A tankless water heater can be a very attractive addition to your home. Some of the key points for these systems are: Endless Hot Water: The unit heats the water as it goes through the system and into your plumbing fixtures.
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What To Look For In A New Tanked Water Heater Hot water is a luxury that we have come to rely on. A tanked water heater has a life expectancy of about 10 to 15 years. If your system is at least that old, it’s a very good idea to plan for a replacement in
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