General Plumbing Blog: Archive for the ‘Plumbing’ Category

Stop the Drip, Save the Day: How Whole-Home Leak Detection Protects Your Castle and Wallet

Thursday, February 22nd, 2024
leaking-pipe

Imagine this: you’re on vacation, basking in the sun, carefree and relaxed. Suddenly, your phone buzzes with an alert: a leak has sprung in your home! Panic sets in, visions of water damage and skyrocketing repair bills flood your mind. But wait! You have a secret weapon: a whole-home leak detection system, your silent guardian against aquatic disasters.

But what exactly is whole-home leak detection? How does it work its magic? And most importantly, can it really save you money on your homeowners insurance?

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Why We Recommend Regular Plumbing Inspections

Monday, February 19th, 2024
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Do you think about maintenance for your plumbing system? You might believe that all you really need to do is occasionally clean the toilets and pay attention to not putting the wrong items down drains. But plumbing maintenance is more intense than this, and it requires the work of professional plumbers. 

We recommend that our customers schedule service for plumbing inspections and maintenance once a year—and now is as good a time as any to have this job done. There are numerous benefits to this service, and we’ve listed the top ones below. We think you’ll see this is a great investment in your home.

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Signs of Trouble With Your Water Main

Monday, January 22nd, 2024
faucet-dripping

The water main is one of the lifelines for your house, transporting the water you use every day into the plumbing. The water main is buried under your property and probably isn’t something you’ll need to think about often. Until you’re forced to! Although water mains can last for decades, they can also suffer from damage due to shifting soil, reactions with chemicals in the water, or the infiltration of tree and plant roots.

If you’ve got trouble with your water main, you’ll need the best in professional plumbing repair in Stuart, FL to get it fixed. Our plumbers are ready to help you, and we offer 24-hour emergency service. But if you notice the early warning signs of water main issues, you can get us out early before your water supply gets cut off entirely! 

Follow along and we’ll go over the most common signs of water main problems.

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Why Your House Has Low Water Pressure

Monday, December 25th, 2023
faucet-dripping

You’ve noticed something wrong with the water coming from the faucets and showerheads in your house: the water pressure is much lower, and it’s making regular tasks annoying if not downright impossible. Why has the water pressure dropped so suddenly?

In this post, we’ll look at several of the possible causes of a decline in water pressure in your home and help you know when you’ll need to call for professional plumbing service in Lake Worth, FL to fix it.

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Why You May Need a Water Softener for Your Home 

Monday, December 11th, 2023
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Hard water is a common problem we face with our water supply. The “hardness” of water is a measure of its mineral content: the more minerals such as calcium and magnesium are suspended in the water, the harder the water is. Hard water can often escape through municipal treatment plants because the minerals enter the water through the pipes, transporting it to homes and businesses.

Hard water won’t hurt you to drink. In fact, the minerals in hard water are considered part of a regular diet and are found in many of the foods and liquids you consume. But you still don’t want hard water in your house, and to counteract it requires arranging for our team to install a whole-house water softener in Lake Worth, FL.

Here’s why a water softener is so beneficial if you’ve got hard water in your house.

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Emergency Plumbing: When Do You Need It?

Monday, November 27th, 2023
Plumber working under kitchen sink with tools laid out, performing emergency drain cleaning service.

Almost any plumbing problem can seem like an emergency if it strikes at the right time and you’re already frazzled from other issues.  If your gut instinct tells you that you’ve got a plumbing problem that needs to be addressed as soon as possible, go with your gut! Even if it turns out that the trouble wasn’t as urgent as you thought, you won’t regret that you called professional plumbers to look into it. We’re ready with the 24-hour emergency plumbing in Lake Worth, FL you need, no matter the fiasco you have on your hands. Our family-owned business has a reputation for providing reliable plumbing services to both residential and commercial customers.

When should you call an emergency plumber?

Call an emergency plumber immediately if you encounter any of these scenarios:

  • Burst or leaking pipes causing rapid flooding or water pouring where it shouldn’t.
  • No water or sudden low pressure across faucets, suggesting a main line issue.
  • Sewage backup or foul sewer odors, signaling a blocked or damaged main line.
  • Overflowing toilet that won’t stop, indicating deeper clogs or line failure.
  • Leaking or malfunctioning water heater that’s showing signs of failure or dripping extensively.
  • Frozen or bulging pipes, or strange pipe noises that could precede a burst.
  • Smell of gas or rotten eggs, which may accompany plumbing work on gas‑powered appliances.

But let’s take a breath, step back, and look at the bigger picture of your home plumbing so we can ask the question, “What plumbing problems are the most urgent?” We’ll look into the situations that require emergency plumbing. Our professional team is known for fast response times and efficiency in handling plumbing emergencies.

For example, a burst pipe or a major leak can cause significant damage to your home if not addressed immediately. Our full range of emergency plumbing services includes drain services such as drain cleaning, hydro jetting, and pipe repair to tackle any urgent issues effectively.

Another common emergency is a clogged drain that causes water to back up into your home. Our knowledgeable and expert plumbers guarantee their work and are committed to restoring the plumbing system to proper working order. Regular drain cleaning can prevent clogs and extend the lifespan of plumbing systems, reducing the likelihood of such emergencies.

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Signs You May Need Repiping for Your Home

Monday, November 13th, 2023
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It’s easy to think of the plumbing in a home as something that will always endure for as long as the house is around. But this isn’t true—pipes wear down over time like anything else in a house, and piping material also becomes outdated. At some point, you’ll need to have some amount of repiping in your home. It might be limited, or you may need to opt for whole-house repiping. 

We’re the team you can trust for your needs for repiping in Lake Worth, FL. We work with materials supported by the broader plumbing industry and we never cut corners. No matter what amount of repiping you need, we’ll see you get the best service possible.

If you’re wondering how to tell that you need repiping, we’ve put together a list of warning signs to watch for.

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How to Tell You Have a Slab Leak—And What to Do About It

Monday, September 4th, 2023

A slab leak is a type of pipe leak that occurs down in the foundation slab of your home, and detecting these leaks can be challenging. These leaks can add up to a great deal of water waste and eventual damage to your home’s foundation. If you suspect this issue, you’ll want to contact professionals for slab leak detection and repair to avoid structural damage and rising utility bills.

But how can you tell you have a slab leak if it’s buried out of sight under your home? That’s the tricky part. It takes professional plumbers to do slab leak detection in Lake Worth, FL and pinpoint the location of the leak so they can repair it. For expert help, turn to our experienced general plumbing services team who can inspect your system and recommend the right solution. Quality service is crucial for customers, as it saves time and money. Dealing with slab leaks can be particularly challenging for homeowners, emphasizing the importance of professional intervention to mitigate potential damage.

Below we’ll look at some of the ways you can notice that you may have a slab leak.

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