3 Quick Ways to Protect All Household Drains!
No matter what season it is, the clogging of your home’s drains will always be an issue. Even if you’ve never experienced disastrous plumbing problems, chances are you’ve been the victim of a clogged toilet the day guests arrive or a bathtub whose drain has been gradually getting slower. Here are a few simple solutions […]
Signs Your Water Heater is On the Fritz
Oh, we’ve heard it all before: “But I didn’t even know anything was wrong,” you stutter, blue-lipped and shivering, having been unceremoniously forced out of your shower by a sudden and disturbing temperature drop in the water. But Fairfax plumbers know better. Much like any other appliance, your water heater gives off subtle warning signs. […]
What Everyone Needs to Know About Rootering a Main Drain
You don’t have to be a plumber in Alexandria, Va., to keep your pipes flowing smoothly. If you’re a die-hard DIYer, here’s what you need to know about rootering a main drain. First, make sure the problem truly is the main pipe. Clogs typically occur in smaller pipes close to the drain because of the […]
Top 10 Things You Get With a Plumbing Inspection
Sometimes we get emergency calls – serious emergencies – from people who had no idea of the threat. Yet, in almost all these cases, the “pre-disaster” signs were everywhere. At least to a trained plumber. Things like soaked ceilings that fall, bulging walls that spill themselves into living rooms, or uncooperative toilets, blocked drains, flooded […]
Garbage Disposer 101
It’s a pretty safe bet you learned a lot during your educational career, but sometimes algebra or English lit just don’t cut it when you’re faced with day-to-day issues. If you find yourself scratching your head when it comes to that garbage disposal thing in your sink, consider this your cheat sheet. The best part? […]
Ways to unclog a drain by some of the best Arlington VA Plumbers
Despite being given little attention, pipes are a vital component of a home’s integrity – not to mention the comfort of its occupants. If you find yourself with an unwanted back-up, try one of these little-known remedies to keep everything flowing smoothly. “For a moderately clogged drain, pour half a cup of baking soda down […]
The 10 Biggest Problems For Plumbers In Arlington
There are a lot of home improvement problems that aren’t a big deal. Plumbing isn’t one of them. At the first sign of trouble, these issues often send homeowners straight to the phone book to find the nearest professional, and rightly so. Plumbing issues can make life inconvenient (a kitchen sink disposal that doesn’t quite […]
Head-to-Head Comparison of Water Heaters to Tankless Water Heaters
Sometimes called an on-demand water heater, tankless water heaters operate differently than traditional storage tank heaters. Instead of the always-on, finite supply of hot water that conventional tank heaters provide, a tankless system uses energy only on demand, providing hot water when needed. Watch this video for a head-to-head, or rather a gut-to-gut comparison of […]
Can a Water Heater Explode Through Your Roof?
It may sound fanciful, but water heaters regularly build up steam pressure within as a part of their daily operation. Relief valves are designed to let off excess pressure and keep the water heater within safe limits, but is it possible for a faulty water heater to actually explode? Explosions aren’t an entirely accurate term, […]
How Getting Your Plumbing Ready for Winter Can Lower Your Energy Bill
As cold weather sets in, you’ll want to make sure the plumbing in your home is ready to withstand its effects. Burst pipes and frozen water lines are always a risk for unprotected homes, and you could face high utility bills due to energy loss without the proper insulation. An experienced plumber can help you […]
