Residential

Water Heater Safety Tips

Hot water can scald you in just a few seconds. The safest hot water heater temperatures are 120° or lower.

Clutter creates a fire risk. Move items at least 18" from your hot water heater.

Test the safety valve and run hot water through the drain valve once a year. Check your owner's manual for complete maintenance instructions and how-to guides.

Spring Plumbing Tips

Here are a few quick home plumbing inspections that can be easily included in your spring cleaning routines;

Inspect all external hose valves and internal control stops for leaks and be sure to check the surrounding areas with any exposed water supply lines for leaky joints or valves.

If you have exposed soil pipe in your home, inspect it for breaks or leaks.
If you have a sump pump in your home, check its operation by filling the pit with sufficient water or by manually engaging the float.

Remember, due to the corrosive nature of water putting off plumbing issues often result in more costly repairs!!  Call today!

Winter Plumbing Tips

Don’t skimp on your indoor heat! The best thing you can do is to keep your home warm. Pipes are usually not insulated. A slightly larger electrical bill is still less than the cost of water damage.

Be on the lookout for signs of a leak. This includes water stains on ceilings, puddles outside the home and the sound of running water.

Find the line that feeds the outdoor faucet and shut it off. Then open the outside faucet so the water can empty.

If your pipes are frozen, you can avoid a pipe burst by allowing the water to run. Open the faucet and let the water drip. Even a trickle will help prevent the pipes from freezing.

Open under-sink cabinets to allow warm air to circulate around pipes.

Know where your main water valve turn-off is located. If you notice a pipe leaking, turn off the main water valve and call us!