Being a homeowner has a lot of advantages over renting, and it is part of the American Dream. One of the issues that homeowners often have is that they must come up with money for maintenance and repairs throughout the home, and sometimes these repairs can be costly and unplanned. One of the most expensive systems in your home to maintain can be your plumbing. There are ways to minimize your maintenance costs when it comes to your plumbing and water heating systems.
Annual Inspections Catch Problems Early
As with many things in life, catching problems with your plumbing early can prevent extensive repairs in the future. With an annual inspection, we can often identify potential problems with your water heater, pipes, or drains before they turn into costly repairs and replacement. Often, you can save a lot of money on repairs by taking preventative action.
Safety of Water Heaters
Water heaters, whether they run on electricity or gas, can be a hazard if they are not working properly. Carbon monoxide can leak into the home, causing sickness and endangering your family. Water heaters that are not properly maintained or repaired can also lead to substantial leaks, potentially flooding a large area of your home. Annual inspections of your water heater will ensure that it is functioning properly and safely, which gives you peace of mind for the safety of your family and property.
Discount Repairs and Maintenance
With our service plans that include annual plumbing inspections and maintenance, you get priority in scheduling when a problem arises with your plumbing. You will also enjoy discounts on parts and labor for any repairs that need to be made. As a service plan customer, you have the priority and we treat you like family.
If you want to make sure your home is well-maintained and your maintenance costs remain low, contact us today to learn more about becoming a service plan customer. We will be happy to answer all your questions and schedule your annual inspection.
It doesn’t matter where you live; winter can often be an unpredictable season. This means it is important to make some preparations to your plumbing to avoid any costly damage. Here we have outlined some basic modifications you can make to ensure you and your plumbing are ready for this winter season.
Water might look like a liquid to the naked eye, but its specific properties and additives can actually make it “hard” or “soft” water. Even if you can’t see or feel the difference, you can certainly recognize the signs and symptoms associated with each. Here’s what you should know about hard and soft water for your own home, and when it might be time to call a plumber for help.
Whether you receive your water from a municipal source or from your own backyard well, it is very important to consider what your water might be hiding. Simply using the water that falls from the faucet isn’t always the best or safest choice, especially if you have hard water. Is your household water hard or soft, and why does it matter?
Slow-running and completely stopped-up drains are very common in households, especially those with young children, but chemical-based uncloggers aren’t always the best solution. They are definitely simple and convenient, but they also place a host of dangerous chemicals into the water supply and threaten the integrity of your pipes. Next time you have a clog, give these alternatives a try instead.
You may not think about them frequently, but the pipes in your home serve the essential purpose of delivering water exactly where and when you need it. Chances are that you use the majority of your pipes on a regular basis to take showers, clean the dishes, flush toilets, and water the lawn. However, if you have a sink or tub that isn’t used on a daily or weekly basis, you might be inadvertently leaving those pipes vulnerable to damage from an unlikely source: bugs! 
How much thought do you give to your sewer lines? If you’re like most homeowners, probably not much! Sewer lines stay out of sight, so it’s easy to take their functionality for granted. However, since you rely on your sewer lines to transport wastewater from your home into underground sewer mains, the last thing you want to experience is a sewer line clog that forces raw sewage to come up and out of your drains. Remain alert for signs of a sewer line problem so that you can resolve the issue before it becomes a major expense and inconvenience. 
Water safety and accessibility are major issues around the world, even in the United States where most people assume such problems have been resolved. As the Flint Water Crisis proved, lead is still a leading concern when it comes to water safety. Now, the EPA is working to implement regulations that will help minimize lead poisoning and keep drinking water safe for families across America. 
Regardless of the source of your water, contamination is a real threat in today’s world. Pollution, discarded chemicals, and so many other made-man components all threaten the health of the water that we use and drink. It’s important to remain aware of the potential contamination present in your drinking water, as well as the methods available to purify your water and protect your health. 
Living in the south, you are largely shielded from many of the unpleasant effects of intense winter weather, but that doesn’t mean winter weather can’t impact you. The south has seen its fair share of unexpected weather, so you can never rule out the possibility of a snow or ice storm on your area. There are many precautions to take when preparing for winter weather, including on your household plumbing. Follow these tips to keep your plumbing running smoothly all winter long.