If not caught quickly, plumbing leaks have the potential to cause thousands of dollars in damage, not only to the plumbing system itself but also to your property and the furnishings within. Unfortunately, they’re typically very hard for the average homeowner to detect, particularly since your piping runs behind walls and other unseen locations. If you know what to watch out for though, you might be able to detect warning signs of a leak, and know that it’s time to call for professional leak detection services.
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Monday, January 16th, 2017Watch for These Common Winter Plumbing Problems
Tuesday, January 10th, 2017The holiday get-togethers may be over with, but winter is definitely a time we all stay indoors, and cook big, comfort-food type meals. That being said, you could be tempted to put all your food waste down the drain.
But if you have a garbage disposal, you’d be better of disposing of some items in your trash can—such as hard foods, fibrous foods such as celery, and excessive potato peels. This is just one of the common winter plumbing problems homeowners deal with. Keep reading to learn more.
Why You Should Never Ignore Pinhole Leaks
Monday, January 2nd, 2017When you hear the term “leak” you may envision water gushing from under your kitchen sink and flooding the entire bottom floor of your home, or a pipe behind a wall rupturing leaving you with an expensive mess. Hopefully, you’ll never have to deal with something this dramatic. However, ignoring the much smaller leaks—those known as pinhole leaks–could lead to larger damages than you might expect. What are pinhole leaks though, and why are they so bad?
How to Best Protect Your Plumbing This Winter
Monday, December 5th, 2016Winter may not officially be here quite yet, however temperatures have definitely cooled down considerably, signaling that the heating season is certainly here. With that cold weather comes a number of potential issues, from ice on your walkways to keeping your home warm and comfortable for your family and guests.
One additional winter challenge that is important not to overlook is that of your plumbing system. While our temperatures typically don’t drop below freezing, it has happened before and could always happen again. With everything you have to think about as a homeowner, burst pipes are certainly not something you want to deal with. So how can you protect your plumbing to reduce the risk of this occurring?
When Does a Clogged Toilet Warrant Professional Service?
Monday, November 28th, 2016Clogged drains anywhere throughout your home can be a major annoyance, and unfortunately it’s a common issue. But one of the most detrimental type of clogs you can get in your home is that of a toilet clog, which often threatens to cause major water overflow.
Sometimes a toilet plunger can relieve the simplest of clogs, however there are other reasons for toilet clogs that will necessitate a call to a bathroom plumbing expert to remedy the situation—such as the member of our staff. Keep reading to learn more about these scenarios.
Here’s Why Your Garbage Disposal Is Jammed
Monday, November 21st, 2016The garbage disposal in your kitchen is one of those appliances that is often taken for granted—no matter how effectively it gets rid of spare bits of food and organic waste. We don’t usually think much of our sink disposal units, until something goes wrong. Unfortunately, problems occur quite often. And when you do have a problem you want to deal with it right away so it doesn’t clog up your entire drain.
3 Reasons Hiring a Professional Plumber is Absolutely Worth It
Sunday, November 13th, 2016We certainly have our fair share of enthusiastic “do-it-yourselfers” throughout Washington state. And when trouble arises with your plumbing system you might be tempted to try handling the repairs on your own. In almost all cases, however, this can prove detrimental.
Only highly trained and experienced plumbers should work on your pipes or appliances such as your water heater. This is not only for your safety, but also for the overall cost-effectiveness of the repairs. We’ve shared below 3 reasons that hiring a licensed professional plumber is absolutely worth your time and money.
The Problem with Store-Bought Drain Cleaner
Monday, October 31st, 2016When your sink or bathtub has a clog, what’s your first instinct? If you are like the average homeowner, it’s likely to go get some store-bought chemical cleaner to use as a tool to eliminate the blockage. Products such as this are extremely popular, and correctly advertised as a “quick and inexpensive” way to relieve your clogged sink, shower, or bathtub.
However, our professional plumbers recommend that you not use them. Why is that, you ask? These chemical mixtures have a variety of severe side-effects that can actually hurt your plumbing, the people in your home, and the environment. Keep reading to learn about why we discourage store-bought drain cleaner.
What Are You Doing to Prevent Your Pipes from Freezing?
Sunday, October 23rd, 2016While our average temperatures don’t always approach below freezing, it has been known to happen. And as such, it’s important to be prepared and be aware of the problems your home can run into due to this—such as the possibility of frozen pipes.
When winter comes, professional plumbers around the country are well prepared for emergency calls in regards to frozen or burst pipes. We are, of course, happy to help with quick plumbing repairs to minimize your inconvenience as much as possible. However, you should know that there are steps you can take to prevent frozen pipes from impacting you at all. Keep reading for more information.
Check for These Plumbing Troubles in Your Home
Monday, October 17th, 2016Plumbing problems are never convenient, nor do they ever happen during a convenient time. Plumbing leaks are also very hard for the average homeowner to detect, as plumbing systems are—for the most part—hidden behind walls. Sometimes you won’t even know you have a plumbing problem until it’s too late and the majority of damage has already occurred.
Plumbing leaks are actually one of the most common plumbing problems we get service calls for, and they can cause a number of different problems from water damage to burst pipes. However, if you know what to look for then you’ll know when it’s time to call in our professional plumbers. Keep reading to learn more about what type of problems you should watch out for in your home.
