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5 Things to Know About Commercial Plumbing
Commercial plumbing is designed and built to be able to handle the everyday wear and tear that comes with dozens of employees or hundreds of customers using it each day. It is vital that your business' plumbing is well maintained and that it can meet your own and your customers' needs so that you can focus on running a successful business and let ...
When to Hand DIY Fixes Over to the Pros
Trying to fix your own leaky pipes or broken appliances often comes from good intentions, but the idea doesn't always bring good results. Sure, there are times when you can execute a quick fix or a DIY Band-Aid to hold you over for a while, but to repair your home's plumbing the right way you need a professional's help. It's an Emergency In an emergency, never try to fix ...
Why You Should Have Your Drains Cleaned After Thanksgiving
Would it surprise you to hear that one of the busiest times of the year for plumbers is the weekend after Thanksgiving? After you've enjoyed your turkey and had your fill of pie, Thanksgiving dinner clean up often involves using your kitchen sink and garbage disposal to the max. With all the leftovers that get sent down the drain, you run the risk of ...
Plumbing Myths and What to Believe Instead
With all the do-it-yourself advice out there, how do you know what plumbing advice to follow and what to ignore? Many of the tips you hear are helpful and can help you keep your plumbing system running smoothly. However, some of the advice people pass on isn't exactly true. These so-called tips can damage your plumbing and even cause expensive damage. When you know what advice is credible and ...
Cleaning Up After Flooding
Many areas we serve suffered damages from Hurricane Sandy. As a Long Island plumber, we saw first hand the strength of the storm. Now that the clean-up phase has begun, you may be wondering how and where to start cleaning up if your property was flooded. Here are some steps you can take as you begin this difficult process: Before You Start Before you even start the clean-up ...
Scary Plumbing Situations & How to Survive Them
Scary plumbing situations can happen any time and with virtually no warning. If you have a professional plumber performing regular maintenance on your system, you will be less likely to face any of these situations. If you are looking for a plumber in Merrick, or a plumber in 11566, we can perform professional maintenance on your plumbing system. However, plumbing emergencies can occur in almost any situation. ...