Is your house brand-new, built just for you? If not, you probably don’t know everything about your home’s plumbing system. You might not be aware of the wide range of materials that have been used for plumbing pipes when your home was built. So, what are your pipes made of? And should you be concerned about it? Let’s dive into the depths of plumbing history.
In any field, trade, or industry, the way things are done evolves over time. As new technologies develop and new tools become available, all types of professionals must march forward with the times. And although you may picture a plumber as a person who shows up with a wrench and a plunger, today’s plumber has access to much more exciting equipment.
In the past, a plumber might have had to remove large sections of wall or pull up extensive areas of floorboards to access the pipes in a home, because they would have had such limited information about what was wrong or where the problem was. Now, modern plumbers use a technique called video pipe inspection. What’s that all about? How does it work? We’ll tell you everything.
Emergencies don’t always bring out the best in everyone. It’s easy to be frantic when something goes suddenly wrong, and that never helps with resolving the situation. And of all the possible household emergencies, ones that involve a flood of toilet water can be particularly distressing.
If your toilet overflows, what is the most important thing to do? Stay calm! But of course that’s easier said than done. The best way to avoid panic and calmly resolve an issue with an overflowing toilet is to have a clear plan to follow. Here’s what to do.
It’s easy to panic in an emergency. In our frantic urgency, we can make things worse, or take too long to take simple steps that mitigate the damage. In a plumbing emergency, that time could mean the difference between a minor mess and a flooded bathroom.
Knowing what steps you should take can make your reaction time much faster and help you avoid missteps. Familiarize yourself with these tips, and the next time you have a plumbing emergency, you’ll be better prepared to do what’s necessary.
Your sewer line has a big job to do. It takes all the waste from all the drains in your home and carries it away from the house to connect to your municipal sewage system. It has to handle a large quantity of wastewater, quickly and efficiently, and in doing so it keeps you and your family safe, sanitary, and healthy.
But what if something goes wrong with your sewer line? Here’s what can happen if something goes wrong with your sewer line, how to prevent these emergencies, and what to do if they occur.
Plumbers do a wide variety of jobs, not just unclogging drains and repairing broken sink fixtures. Anything from installing a new water heater to doing gas line work is a job for a qualified plumber. Many of these jobs can be scheduled in advance because they aren’t urgent enough for an emergency response, but not all. Some plumbing problems require professional attention immediately, and a delay can mean the problem has a chance to get much worse.
If any of these four things occur in your home, you have a plumbing emergency on your hands, and you need a plumber ASAP.
Time can be of the essence when there’s a plumbing emergency. You need to get professional help immediately! But what if you’re not sure? Is the plumbing problem you’re experiencing really an emergency, or can you wait and schedule a regular appointment with a plumber? Here are some tips for sorting that question out.
There are times when you know something is wrong, but you put off dealing with it, perhaps hoping it will get better on its own, or perhaps waiting until it is more convenient to take care of it. When it comes to plumbing problems, some of them really can’t be ignored until a later date. Doing so could cause things to get much, much worse. Here are three examples of situations that can happen with your home plumbing that really must be fixed immediately.
Earth Day is the perfect time to reflect on how to be more conscious of how our actions affect the planet. As homeowners, doing so has two benefits.
Not only are you doing something that’s good for the Earth, but you’re also helping out your home and your wallet by adopting more environmentally friendly habits.
One of the most important ways to save money while reducing wastage is through water conservation. According to the EPA, the average American home uses more than 300 gallons of water per day at home. Here are 6 ways you can make small changes to save a lot of water in your home.
When heavy rains strike New Jersey, your home is prone to flooding in its lower levels.
Sump pumps are essential in our area to combat flash floods and the ensuing water damage that can occur.
If your home doesn’t have a sump pump, you can rely on our plumbers in Clifton, NJ for fast and professional sump pump installation.
A sump pump is one of those things that you may only need once or twice in a lifetime. But when you do need it, you really need it.
It can be a lifesaver when extreme weather or a home disaster hits and you need to arm yourself against flooding and water damage.
Here’s what you should know about sump pumps and why they’re so important.
