MarGo Plumbing Heating Cooling Inc. Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Clifton’

Water Treatment Options For Your Home

Monday, March 6th, 2023
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When it comes to plumbing, you probably think immediately of drains, pipes, faucets, and wrenches. You might know that plumbers service water-related items in your home such as your water heater.

But did you know that addressing issues with water quality is another skill in a plumber’s toolbox?

When you think about it, it makes sense that plumbers would be concerned about the quality of your water. That’s because problems with your water can cause damage to your plumbing system and appliances.

Even more concerning is the fact that poor water quality can contribute to issues with your health and your home comfort.

Learn about the various water treatment options that are available in your home. A plumber in Clifton, NJ can check the quality of your water and recommend a system to improve it if needed.

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Why Your New Jersey Home Needs A Sump Pump

Tuesday, February 21st, 2023
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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. 

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Strange Things That Caused Clogged Drain Pipes

Monday, January 9th, 2023
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Sometimes a homeowner is hesitant to call for plumbing services out of embarrassment. There’s a problem with their plumbing and they think it’s their fault and want to try to fix it themselves to avoid having to call us

While these fears are unfounded, there have been instances where user error definitely caused the problem.

Every plumber has a story about a service call where they discovered something truly unusual clogging a drain. Here are some examples of items that are out of the ordinary, but that are unfortunately more common than you’d think.

By reading these cautionary tales, you can hopefully avoid the need for plumbing repairs and a potentially embarrassing moment.

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Why Professional Drain Cleaning Is Important

Monday, October 3rd, 2022

There’s a big difference between “professional drain cleaning” and just “drain cleaning.” Professional plumbers have access to a number of special tools that are different sizes, training, and experience in order to handle even the most clogged up drains. Homeowners, on the other hand, can sometimes spend hours upon hours trying to relieve even a moderate drain clog with no success. This is why we need to call attention to the difference.

We know that professional drain cleaning is more expensive than addressing a problem yourself. But when you spend ten hours and miss a day of work trying to relieve a stubborn clog, instead of calling a trained pro to get the job done in two, are you really saving that much money in the long run?

The answer is no, but we’ll get into the specifics below. To make a long story short—always trust a pro for plumbing in Clifton, NJ!

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It’s Time to Beat the Heat

Monday, July 11th, 2022

If you look at the calendar and at the heat trends, it’s no wonder why we’re starting to talk about the heat in our blog. Temperatures are reaching their peak in the summer, and it’s only a matter of time before we get inundated with heatwaves and record-breaking temperatures that seek to make us uncomfortable. So, as your local HVAC professional, we’d like to take steps to help all of our customers.

First of all, if your air conditioner is broken down or in need of services, then give our team a call for help. We can provide you with specialized, fast AC repair in Clifton, NJ that will get the job done. However, depending on where you live, it can sometimes take a few minutes to a few hours for us to schedule you in and arrive at your home to help.

So, in the meantime, we urge you to follow our guide on some strategies to beat the heat!

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Trouble with Your Outside Faucets?

Monday, April 5th, 2021

Outside faucets are super handy. They’re necessary for gardening projects, and with the temperatures warming up in our area, you don’t want to run inside every time your plants require water. They’re fun for the family, with the help of sprinklers and pools to escape the summer heat. Overall, no home is complete without the addition of an outside faucet for easy access to water.

However, if your outside faucets are running into trouble, they can be very obnoxious to deal with. We’re going to try and do some troubleshooting and give you some explicit directions when it’s finally time to call a plumber in Clifton, NJ.

Don’t panic, outside faucet systems are relatively simple. While they might endure more weathering and problems that come from being outdoors, they’re still a plumbing system. We’ll always be able to help you with your plumbing.

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How Badly Do You Need Furnace Maintenance?

Monday, February 8th, 2021

How badly do you need to brush your teeth every night before going to bed? Or how badly do you need to replace the oil in your car every few thousand miles? These questions are a lot more complicated than they seem, and each person is going to answer them differently. Unfortunately, you’re better off listening to a dentist tell you about how often to brush your teeth, and you’re better off listening to us tell you about how importance furnace maintenance is.

Maintenance is a furnace service in Clifton NJ that can easily stop a majority of a heater’s repair needs before they surface. It’s a proactive way to look at your heater, just like brushing your teeth is a proactive way to avoid cavities. If you’re invested in the health and longevity of your heating system, and you’d like to avoid unnecessary repairs, then read on.

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If Your Plumber Says This, It Might Be Time for a New Plumber!

Monday, December 28th, 2020

We don’t mean to butt heads with “your guy.” Perhaps your previous plumber was a friend of yours, or maybe a family friend that has lived in the neighborhood for a long time. That’s great, and as members of this community too, we’re always happy when homeowners make those kinds of connections. However, when it comes to addressing your plumbing problems, any errors translate to money that goes streaming from your wallet.

We’re plumbing professionals, which means our main interest is in keeping your home plumbing in good shape. We want to save you money, provide alternative solutions when you need them, and overall help you when we can. This is just what professional plumbers in Clifton, NJ do. So, let’s talk about why some amateur plumbers out there could be telling you the wrong things to make an extra buck.

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Prepare for Heating Season with These Simple Tips

Monday, November 16th, 2020

The heating season is upon us! Since the invention of the combustible furnace, the heat pump, and other heating systems, the heating season has been the time when they are all put to the test. A heating unit might seem incredible, with some of the latest and greatest technology from around the world, but if it doesn’t heat your home comfortably, then it’s as good as garbage. While heaters are built sturdy and strong, it’s actually up to how they’re treated by their owners that really details how long they’ll last.

We’ve got a few tips for you to help your heater last through the season. If it has trouble, or if some of these tips don’t apply because your heater is acting strange, then perhaps it’s time to call us for heating repair in Clifton, NJ. We can get into why we’re the best at addressing these problems as well!

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5 Ways to Improve Your Plumbing Today

Monday, November 2nd, 2020

We get it, this is your last straw. You’ve been plunging your toilet, snaking your slow drains, and now nothing seems to be permanently getting better. What gives? Nobody else you know deals with nearly this much difficulty in their plumbing system.

Well, perhaps your neighbors and friends do, they just work with the right plumbing team to make things less stressful. A plumber in Clifton, NJ doesn’t have to be a last-minute call all the time, they can help with preventative maintenance and keeping your plumbing in good condition going forward.

Our team can be the one that helps you stay stress-free and keeps your plumbing running well. We’ll talk about five ways to improve your plumbing and why our team is the one to call. Seriously, don’t hesitate on this kind of service.

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