2019

Why PVC Plumbing Pipes Rule

Plumbing pipes come in various materials, and all of them have their pros and cons. However, polyvinyl chloride (PVC), which is a form of plastic, is one of the best plumbing materials today. Below are some of the reasons you should opt for PVC pipes. No Corrosion PVC is plastic, and plastic doesn’t corrode. Corrosion is one of the major problems of metallic plumbing pipes. When pipes corrode, they become weak and highly susceptible to breakage.…

Why You Might Need Portable Toilets At Your Construction Site

As a construction site owner, you have a long list of things to keep up with every hour of every day. You, of course, want to make sure your employees and contractors have all of the tools and safety equipment they need to get the job done in a timely fashion. But there’s one other thing your employees might need in the middle of the workday that you might not have thought about.…

Sewer Line Backup From Root Infiltration

If you are a homeowner, you are responsible for part of the municipal sewer system leading from your home to the sewer lateral located under the street. Because of this, any blockage caused by tree root infiltration will be your responsibility. Fortunately, most plumbers are experts in sewer repair services, and can clear your sewer line backups in accordance with your city’s plumbing code. Here are some important things you need to know about root infiltration so that you can be an informed homeowner:…

Three Things You Shouldn't Do When Selecting Portable Toilets For A Wedding

When you’re going to have an outdoor wedding, you’ll need a place for guests to go when nature calls. You’ll also need to make sure that your portable toilet rental fits in great with your wedding and doesn’t detract from the overall experience.  1. Don’t Run Out of Toilets The most important part of handling the bladder needs of your guests is making sure that you have enough portable toilets available.…

3 Key Tips To Remember When Hiring A Commercial Plumber

There will be a time when a serious plumbing issue occurs in your commercial building and you may need help from a commercial plumbing contractor. The options are pretty vast today, but you can hire with confidence by remembering these tips: Opt for Commercial Experience Although general plumbers can handle most plumbing issues, there’s always the chance that they run into issues in a commercial building. After all, these buildings have different plumbing setups compared to residential properties.…

What STINKS? Deciphering The Awful Smells Coming From Your Plumbing And Septic Systems

Plumbing stinks and septic systems are supposed to stink. However, when they stink so bad that your entire house smells awful, there is something not quite right. At that point, you have to call in a plumber or call septic services to find out what stinks so bad. Here are some of the possible problems you may be facing after the plumber or septic contractor arrives to diagnose the problem.…

Ways A Residential Plumber Can Help You Have An Environmentally Friendly Home

When many people think of plumbers, they associate them with someone they call to unclog a drain or for emergency plumbing repairs. Although plumbers are needed for these tasks, there are several other ways a plumber can be of assistance, including helping you to have a more environmentally friendly home. From repairing leaks to installing certain fixtures, here are a few ways that such services can help you have environmentally friendly residential plumbing in your home.…

AC Repair In Hundred-Degree Temps: How To Survive, And Help Your Technician Survive

In Madison, WI, it was so hot that the electrical substations exploded into flames. If the hundred-degree temps can do that to electrical substations, imagine what it does to air conditioners, which contain refrigerant and are working overtime to cool your home. Imagine what that kind of heat does to a lot of the systems in your home, from your plumbing to your refrigerator. When the heat is too much for too long, your A/C might just blow up, or fail, like the substations.…

Reasons To Replace Your Old Toilet With A New One

Toilets can last for years. If your toilet is decades old, you may be wondering if you should replace it. If your toilet has problems inside the tank with leaking or running constantly, a plumber can usually make repairs without the need to replace the toilet. Still, there are times when getting a new toilet could be a good idea. Here’s when you may want to consider a toilet upgrade.…

Bought A New Home With A Small Leak? Call A Professional Plumber Now

Moving into a new house can be a major challenge, particularly if you spot any plumbing problems during your inspection. For example, you may find a small leak somewhere in the walls that doesn’t seem like a serious issue. However, you need professional help to manage this situation ASAP to avoid bigger concerns. A Small Leak Can Grow Leaks in pipes rarely start out as a very large problem in your plumbing.…