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3 Common Water Heater Repairs

December 20th, 2023

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Water heaters have been around for a while and they’re fairly simple machines. But that doesn’t mean they can’t experience problems and even break down from time to time.

When your water heater is struggling, you’ll know it immediately. A shower will turn cold halfway through or the water pressure could drop. You can’t afford to be without hot water in your home for even a day. Let’s go over 3 of the most common water heater problems and what causes them so you’ll know when to call us for Brookhaven water heater repair.

How Much Water Does a Leaky Faucet Waste?

December 4th, 2023

When one of your home’s faucets has a leak, you’re probably not going to call for immediate faucet repair. Although a leaky faucet doesn’t warrant a prompt repair, it’s still a problematic situation since those tiny drips can add up to a lot of water wastage.

In fact, the average leaky faucet produces around 10 drips a minute, wasting an entire gallon of water per day. More significant leaks like a faucet that leaks 120 drops per minute will waste about 11 gallons of water a day!

Not only is this a waste of one of the Earth’s most precious resources, but those water leaks will add up, costing you more on your water bill every month. Let’s look at some other sources of water wastage in your home so you’ll know to give us a call to fix these water wasters for you.

Is Your Plumbing Ready for the Holidays?

November 21st, 2023

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If you had to guess which day of the year is the busiest for plumbers, what would you say? If the first thing that popped into your mind was a major holiday, you’re on the right path. In fact, the busiest day of the year for plumbers is often the day after Thanksgiving.

With the heartiness of the meals prepared in kitchens across the US, your drains pay the price. Why not avoid having to call us for Atlanta plumbing repair the day after Thanksgiving–or even worse–on Thanksgiving itself? No one wants their day ruined by a flooded kitchen sink or stinky drains.

To avoid seeing us over the holidays, take 5 minutes to read the 3 tips below on how to get your plumbing system ready for the holiday season or any time of year when you use your kitchen a lot.

This Is Why You Need Commercial Plumbing Specialists

November 6th, 2023

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Businesses require commercial plumbing systems that are in top-notch shape to not only serve their customers but to also meet health and safety codes. If you own a commercial property, its plumbing system must meet certain standards at all times. That’s why you need a professional plumbing contractor to handle all of your business’s plumbing needs.

Commercial plumbing systems are vastly more complicated than residential plumbing systems. They consist of a vast and complicated network of pipes, valves, fixtures, and other components to accommodate a larger volume of water and waste. Even the smallest plumbing problem can cause daily operations to grind to a halt in an apartment complex, hotel, or restaurant.

Who you hire for the job makes all the difference in terms of the timeliness of the repair and the quality of the work. You don’t want a band-aid fix for a commercial plumbing problem or an amateur who may be cheap, but who only makes the problem worse. Here’s why you need commercial plumbing specialists for commercial plumbing in Atlanta, GA.

How You Can Prevent Damage to Your Sewer Line

October 23rd, 2023

If you’re like most homeowners, you probably don’t think about your sewer line that often. Who would want to? Unfortunately, problems with a broken or clogged sewer line will force you to think about it, often in an unpleasant way.

There’s two pieces of good news. First, we offer sewer line repair Atlanta as well as services to clean and replace them, so whenever you do run into a major sewer line problem, we’re here to help. Second, you can take steps to avoid major sewer line clogs and damages. Below is our advice for taking good care of your sewer line so it will keep doing its job unnoticed.

4 Terrifying Plumbing Problems for Halloween

October 9th, 2023

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Fall is here and with it brings many things. The leaves are changing color, the days are getting shorter, and Halloween is just around the corner. From carving pumpkins to planning your Halloween costume, there’s a lot to look forward to during “spooky season.”

However, autumn is also a time of year when you notice potential plumbing problems bubbling and brewing like a witch’s cauldron. Summer can be taxing to a home’s water heater and plumbing system and now’s when problems can sneak up on you like a ghostly apparition. From a water heater that sounds like it’s haunted, to a spine-tingling cold shower, let’s go over 4 terrifying plumbing problems you may encounter this fall.

How to Detect a Plumbing Leak

September 25th, 2023

When it comes to your plumbing system, one of the worst things that can go wrong is an undetected plumbing leak. They can start out small and continue unnoticed for a while before you even know they’re there, causing all kinds of damage. Finding and fixing water leaks in your home is something our plumbers are experts at.

How do you know when there is a water leak in your home? You don’t want to have to wait until you start noticing water damage on your walls or ceilings. You can come to us for expert water leak repair. Let’s go over some common signs that there’s an undetected water leak somewhere in your plumbing system.

Common Industrial Plumbing Issues and What Causes Them

September 11th, 2023

The plumbing systems for industrial buildings are incredibly complex, much more so than residential plumbing systems and even other types of commercial structures. When working on an industrial plumbing system, the potential for something to go wrong is much higher than just about any other type of system.

Industrial buildings fall into one of four categories: manufacturing, warehouses, distribution, and flexible space. No matter what type of industrial building you own, you need to be highly aware of the types of plumbing issues that it can face.

These potential problems will vary from minor to major, but almost always require the service of a professional. Here are some common problems in industrial settings and signs that it may be time to call one of our service professionals.

Sewer Line Replacement Made Easy by Trenchless Technology

August 28th, 2023

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“Sewer line replacement” are three words that no homeowner wants to hear. But eventually, the lines that connect your Atlanta home’s plumbing to the municipal sewer line will need to be replaced someday.

Sewer pipes were usually made from clay, cast iron, galvanized steel, and concrete. Over time, these materials can wear down and rupture or leak. Sewer pipes can also break due to various reasons such as shifting soil, the ground settling, increased traffic on the ground above, or the infiltration of tree roots.

Heed These Signs You Need a Professional Plumber

August 14th, 2023

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It’s the best part of the summer and you’re probably enjoying time off from work, an upcoming vacation, and adventures in the great outdoors. The last thing you want to think about is items on your home maintenance checklist.

However, there are some plumbing problems that shouldn’t be ignored for long, and some that require immediate attention. From no hot water to a backed-up toilet, here are some situations that warrant a call to a professional plumber in Atlanta, GA.