Performance Plumbing Blog: Archive for the ‘Plumbing’ Category

Some Tips On Making Your Bathroom Remodel Go Smoothly

Monday, August 20th, 2018

bathroomThe bathroom is one of the most commonly targeted areas when it comes to remodeling services, and no surprise. Considering how much time the average person spends there, and the role it plays in the daily routine, of course you’d want it to be as comfortable as possible! Before you go speeding off to pick out new fixtures and the like, though, we’d recommend taking a look at some of our tips on making sure that your remodeling project goes as smoothly as possible.

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Plumbing Problems and Their Symptoms

Monday, August 6th, 2018

frozen-pipe-rupturePlumbing issues come in many shapes and sizes. Some require immediate repairs, while some can at least wait for an appointment to be made. None of them should be ignored, though. Many plumbing issues can be difficult to detect outside of professional maintenance and repair appointments, which makes it all the more important that you call for repairs when you notice one. So, let’s take a look at some of the common symptoms that indicate your plumbing is dealing with some sort of issue. The faster you can detect issues with your plumbing, the faster you can have it repaired.

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What You Should Know Before Remodeling Your Kitchen

Monday, July 23rd, 2018

Kitchen-SinkThe kitchen is one of the most common areas that get remodeled in the home, and no wonder. It’s a very important part of the house! People spend a lot of time in their kitchens, using them for preparing meals, entertaining guests, etc. etc. Why wouldn’t you want your kitchen to be as efficient and inviting as possible? Before you start tearing everything out and replacing it, though, there are some things that you need to know.

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Keep Your Home Safe from Water Damage with an Automatic Shutoff Valve

Monday, June 25th, 2018

Pipe-RupturePlumbing leaks are both a common issue, and a potentially serious one. It’s possible that a leak could just cause a bit of water damage in a localized area, or it could end up flooding an entire floor of your home. If you know where your manual shutoff valve is, you can mitigate a lot of water damage caused by a leak if you react quickly enough. That’s not always the best way to deal with it, though. Have a look below at some of the ways that an automatic shutoff valve can better protect your home.

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How to Tell if You Have a Leak in Your Plumbing

Monday, June 11th, 2018

flooded-roomPlumbing leaks have the potential to cause quite a bit of damage to your home, not least because they often go a while before being detected. Annual plumbing inspection and maintenance appointments are ideal for detecting plumbing leaks before they get out of hand. Even if you are careful about scheduling plumbing appointments every year, though, you still need to keep an eye out for signs that your system has leaks in it. The faster you can identify leaks in your plumbing system, the more damage you can prevent. Have a look at the following tips that will help you identify leaks in your plumbing system early.

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Why a Water Softener Might be a Good Idea

Monday, May 14th, 2018

water-softenerThere are a lot of different contaminants that can decrease water quality, some of which are more harmful than others. Hard water is a very common contaminant found in areas throughout the country. Though it is not physically harmful, it can wreak havoc on the pipes in the plumbing system. If you think you may have hard water present in your home, have a look below to find out why installing a water softener might be a good idea.

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Keep Your Plumbing System Healthy with These Expert Tips

Monday, April 16th, 2018

Pipe-RuptureIt can be very difficult to keep your plumbing system healthy throughout the years, with much of the system being hidden from sight and all. Sitting around and waiting for problems to present themselves is not really the best tactic to use if you want to keep your system in good shape, though. Plumbing issues are subtle, and tend not to give off symptoms until they are quite far along. If you want to keep your plumbing system as healthy as possible, there are a couple of different steps you can take. Read on for more on these steps, and the advantages they can provide.

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Why It Might be a Good Idea for You to Install an Automatic Shutoff Valve

Monday, March 19th, 2018

frozen-pipe-ruptureHave you ever had a plumbing emergency in your home? We mean one where water was pouring all over the floor and you had to run around keeping everything as dry as possible while phoning a plumber? If you have, then you’re going to appreciate what we have to say in this post. If you haven’t, then you should know that it will probably happen at some point so you should pay attention anyway. Let’s take a look at why it’s a good idea to install an automatic shutoff valve in your home.

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Keep Your Water Heater in Good Shape With These Tips

Monday, February 5th, 2018

water-heater-repairWater heaters are built to last, but they’re not invincible. If you don’t take proper care of your water heater, you may find yourself having to replace the system years sooner than you thought. Fortunately for you, we’re here to supply you with the best tips around for keeping your water heater in top operating condition. Read on to find out how to keep your water heater in good shape.

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Make Sure You Call for Plumbing Repairs if You Notice These Symptoms

Monday, January 22nd, 2018

PlumberThere are a lot of different plumbing issues that you may find yourself dealing with over the years. Some of them are big, attention grabbing, and damaging. Others are more subtle, and may go months or years without being noticed. Regardless, though, if you want to protect your plumbing system it’s recommended that you be able to catch plumbing problems as early as possible.

Now, ideally you should be scheduling plumbing maintenance to make sure that your system is kept in proper shape. This will also allow your plumber to find and fix problems you didn’t even know you had. However, you should also be familiar with some warning signs that indicate a need for repairs.

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