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  • 5 Preventative Measures to Avoid Plumbing Emergencies

    No one likes to wake up to their toilet overflowing or to suddenly hear the sound of rushing water and find a broken pipe. Luckily, many plumbing emergencies can be prevented. By taking some simple steps now, you can avoid extensive and costly damages later. Insulate Your Pipes When it gets cold outside exposed pipes are prone to freezing ...

  • 5 Tips for Maintaining Your Laundry Room

    You probably use your laundry room at least weekly, and if it serves as a storage space or utility closet, you may even use it daily. Laundry rooms can take a lot of wear and tear, and since they house major appliances, it's vital that they are well taken care of. Using your appliances carefully and planning for regular maintenance can help you keep your laundry ...

  • What to do When You have a Plumbing Leak

    When you hear that drip-drip-drip of a leaky faucet or pipe, does panic set it? It doesn't have to. While leaky pipes can cause big problems, they can be easily repaired. While you may be able to fix a small leak on your own, most of the time a leak will require the attention of a professional plumber. Locate the Leak If you have found water on the ...

  • Don’t Miss These 4th of July Plumbing Tips

    It's the Fourth of July weekend, and that means barbecues, family gatherings, parties and fireworks. Whether you are hosting a big neighborhood celebration or just inviting a few friends or family members over, you'll want to make sure your plumbing and appliances are ready to take the wear and tear that comes with lots of use. Clean Your Drains Barbecued foods and patriotic desserts are the center of lots ...

  • 3 Kitchen Plumbing Problems and What they Might Mean

    Have you ever had a plumbing problem in you kitchen, found a quick DIY-fix and then moved on? Sometimes that works, but sometimes small plumbing problems mean there is a bigger problem somewhere in your system. The only way to tell for sure what kinds of repairs you'll need is to contact a Long Island plumber, but these signs can tell you ...

  • How to Avoid a Plumbing Emergency This Summer

    Don't let a plumbing emergency ruin your summer. This year, take some preventative measures and watch for warning signs that could help you avoid an emergency. When you understand how to take care of your plumbing system and how to avoid emergencies, you'll have a better chance of avoiding a damaging and costly situation. Have Your Drains Professionally Cleaned Drain clogs can start as an annoyance but can ...

  • Gas Plumbing 101: How it Works and How to Maintain It

    Gas plumbing, which brings natural gas into your home so you can use it for things like heating and cooking, does require some maintenance. Understanding how your system works and how you can maintain it can help you avoid costly and possibly dangerous problems. How Gas Plumbing Works Before gas even enters your home, it is transported across the country through the interstate natural gas pipelines. This system ...

  • How Not to Take Care of Your Plumbing

    By taking good care of your plumbing you can avoid emergencies and expensive repairs. You can also lengthen the lifespan of some of your appliances, pipes and system, so you won't have to repair or replace parts as often. Taking care of your plumbing means using appliances correctly and watching for any warning ...

  • Home Water Conservation Made Easy

    Believe it or not, home water conservation can be simple. You don't have to make extreme lifestyle changes to save water, which can help conserve the environment and even help you save money. By changing a few small habits or installing some green plumbing hardware, you can make a big difference. Check for and Repair Leaks Leaky faucets or pipes can lead to a lot of wasted ...

  • Five Spring Plumbing Tips You Can’t Miss

    Spring has sprung, and this time of year there are some steps you can take to keep your plumbing in top-notch shape. It's easy to delay plumbing maintenance until there is a problem or even emergency situation. However, this strategy can lead to even bigger, and more expensive, problems. Here are five tips for including your plumbing in your spring-cleaning. Have Your Drains Professionally Cleaned Over time, things like ...

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