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Spring Cleaning: Why You Should Include Your Plumbing Spring is coming! Even though the Polar Vortex might be a more recent reality, the truth is that warmer temps are just around the corner. This puts many people in the mind of spring cleaning. All that fresh air makes us want to fluff the pillows, beat the rugs, and get winter’s mud out. As you start to list everything that you want to do to your [Read More...]

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Most of us make resolutions for the New Year. We might decide to lose weight, exercise more, meditate regularly, and more. As homeowners, one resolution to consider is performing regular maintenance on your house. Sure, it isn’t glamorous, but you can save yourself a lot of time, money, and stress simply by attending to your house regularly. Here are a few things you can do to keep your plumbing working well in 2019. Many of [Read More...]

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5 Things to Check when Hiring a Plumber When you need a service provider like a plumber, you need someone who is honest and qualified for the job. This is often a daunting task for homeowners who do not feel comfortable welcoming just anyone into their home. When you need a plumber in Rochester, you need someone who is equipped to get the job done right and has insurance in case something goes wrong. You [Read More...]

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Common Reasons Water Heater Reset Buttons Trip You may already know that 120 degrees Fahrenheit is the recommended temperature setting for water heaters. What you may not know, though, is why this temperature is seen as the sweet spot by experts. Many homeowners choose this setting as opposed to a higher one to save on their energy bills, but that isn’t the only reason. When the water in your water heater gets too hot, it [Read More...]

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Protecting Your Plumbing System During Frigid Weather The Rochester area is in the grips of a deep chill. With temperatures dropping into the single digits and wind chills reaching well below zero, this cold snap could take a serious toll on your home’s plumbing system. Just a few days of extreme temperatures can wreak havoc on pipes and plumbing fixtures. With that in mind, here are a few tips to help you protect your plumbing [Read More...]

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Is a Tub to Shower Conversion a Good Idea? When remodeling their bathrooms, many homeowners desire spacious walk-in showers. In many homes, the only way to make this possible is by removing an existing bathtub. What happens, though, when doing so means getting rid of your only tub? Is a tub to shower conversion really a good idea if it means no longer having a bathtub in your home? Generally speaking, if you won’t miss [Read More...]

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Plumbing emergencies often strike without warning and at the worst possible times. While no homeowner wants to imagine facing one of these costly situations, it is important to know what to do if and when disaster strikes. Because plumbing emergencies tend to happen without warning, you need to know what to do to prevent further damage to your home. In the event of a plumbing emergency, here are a few important plumbing emergency tips to [Read More...]

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Causes of Cracks in Bathroom Grout If you pay close attention to the small details in your bathroom, you’ll likely notice that there are some places where the grout doesn’t look as nice as it used to. More specifically, you will probably find a couple cracks, especially in the joints where the walls meet the floor, tub or shower. There are several things that cause the grout in bathrooms to crack. From improper installation to [Read More...]

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Fall Plumbing Maintenance Checklist Your plumbing system accounts for roughly 15 percent of your home’s total value. You also rely on this system day in and day out, so it only makes sense to take care of it. Proper maintenance ensures that you have constant access to fresh, clean water for drinking, cooking and hygiene purposes. It also guarantees a sanitary way for waste and wastewater to be diverted away from your home. With the [Read More...]

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3 Reasons to Consider Fixture Replacement Whether your toilet is no longer working quite like it used to or your faucets aren’t providing a steady flow of water anymore, it may be time to consider replacing your fixtures. When you stop and think about how much you depend on your home’s plumbing fixtures every single day, it’s easy to realize just how big of a problem it could be if one stops working. Even if [Read More...]