Prevention
Plumbing Tips: How to Deal with Frozen Pipes
Picture this. It’s the middle of November on a Sunday morning, and you’re deep in a Pennsylvania freeze. Go figure. You turn on the water, but nothing comes out. Frozen pipe. Maybe it’s your first home, or you’re new to the area. Or perhaps you’re in a new house and didn’t realize you had an…
Read MoreGetting a Checkup on Your Pipes Can Prevent Possible Disaster
Everyone will go through at least one major plumbing disaster in their lifetime – whether it’s a broken water heater, a massive flood in the basement, or a burst pipe. But many of these disasters are preventable with some routine maintenance. But how do you conduct routine maintenance? Visual checks Take a look around your…
Read MorePlumbing Tips and Prevention: How to prevent a “fatberg” in your pipes
We didn’t coin the name, but it’s kind of catchy. A “fatberg” is a disgusting ball of – well, grease, wet wipes, and anything else that attaches itself and lodges in your sewer pipe. Let that image go, and let’s talk about how to prevent it from happening. Do not put grease into your kitchen…
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