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The Basics of Plumbing and Drains

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Plumbing is all about gravity.

The bathroom is the one room in the house that is all about plumbing and drains. Getting water into the room and getting the waste out. It sounds complicated, but it really runs on a simple principle, gravity. Of course, we would not want to forget that modern bathrooms also have a supply of hot water. No one wants a cold bath or even worse an ice cold shower. Somehow hot water needs to come into the bathroom. The hot water heater can take credit for that and you can’t forget all that dirty water and waste that needs a place to go. Sewers often aren’t popular places, but where would be without them?

How does clean water come into your home? Pressure causes the water to flow up through pipes, around corners and zigzag its way into the faucet at the top of the sink. You turn the value and it flows until it is shut off. Cold water is ready all the time, but the hot water has to go through another system. It will need to pass through a hot water heater where it is maintained at about 160 degrees. The thermostat on the heater will need to be adjusted to what is safe and comfortable.

Most homes or businesses are on public sewer systems but some of them may use a septic system. It really doesn’t matter because it works the same way. The water and waste leaves your drain using the force of gravity. It is usually all downhill. It sounds easy but there is more involved. To work correctly there needs to be vents to pull the water along. On the top of the house you can often see small vents sticking up. These are placed there to bring air into the drainage system. Without them, the drains would not flow smoothly. Plumbing and sewer issues can be difficult to fix for most homeowners and often it is necessary to call a professional plumber to unclog a drain.

The bathroom is full of fixtures. The plumbing and drains could not work without these fixtures. Toilets, sinks and bathtubs are all necessary for a modern working restroom. If a fixture is not working correctly, it is possible to shut the water off to only that fixture. It can be repaired without affecting the rest of the bathroom fixtures. There is a main shut off value for all the plumbing in the house and it is a good idea for everyone in the house to know where it is and how to operate it.

Plumbing is an interesting thing and easy to understand if you catch onto the basic principle. Most plumbing will need to be done by a license plumber who understands all the codes and requirements. Homeowners need to check before they try to change any of the drains or pipes that supply water into the home. Installing a new sink or toilet can be done by the homeowner if they read and follow all the directions. Take some time and think it through before trying to tackle a plumbing project.

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Home Plumbing Advice for Everybody

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One single home plumbing advice that one can give to anyone encountering bathroom plumbing problems is to call a plumber to get the problem fixed. Naturally, this is a solution that is fail-proof, especially for the most menial plumbing task. That’s why they’re called plumbers. On the other hand, it’s still important that people know how to take care of their household in every aspect possible and in this case, the bathroom.

The bathroom serves a lot of purposes for people. Making sure that everything inside the bathroom is working smoothly is something that people can easily do without having to call for a plumber daily. A background in plumbing is not really needed. Home plumbing can be quite tricky so maintaining the bathroom can help prevent dealing with bigger problems later on.

It is important that one should start first with maintaining the orderliness and the cleanliness of the bathroom. This way it is easier to navigate through and use the bathroom. This would also help prevent any unnatural occurrence that may result to damage within the bathroom.

One must always be aware of the condition of the different systems involved in their home plumbing as well. A water heating system can be considered as a good example for this instance. There are a lot of devices and functionalities involving the heating of water used in the bathroom. Keeping this system in perfect shape will assure homeowners that their bathrooms will be free from hot water accidents.

Bathrooms may need changes every once in a while. More often than not, homeowners may find themselves doing the necessary changes they want done in their bathrooms. An example would be the installation of a dryer. As long as the dryer will be placed in an accessible yet safe location within the bathroom, anybody can easily accomplish this kind of installation.

Knowing as to whenever there might be a problem within the bathroom doesn’t really call for a genius. At the first sign of an abnormality or any unusual sounds when using items within the bathroom, it would be good to carefully investigate as to what is causing these unusual occurrences. Never ignore something that you feel would end up badly later on.

Most of all, it is important to educate every single person who uses the same bathroom every day on its proper use and maintenance. Bathrooms will definitely stay in good shape for a long period of time with its users not abusing it and taking good care of it. Moreover, some bathrooms have innovative systems installed in them. Knowing how to properly use these will help prevent unwanted incidents as well.

Home plumbing issues are no simple matters. Plumbing can’t be easily done and solutions to plumbing problems can’t be easily provided as well. Don’t wait for these events to happen. Simple plumbing problems can always be solved by simple solutions that anybody can do even without the help of an experience plumber. Like they always say, prevention is better than cure.

 

For your residential or commercial bathroom plumbing needs call us! We cover all of the metro Atlanta area including Acworth,  Woodstock, Marietta, Kennesaw,  Smyrna, Vinings, and much more.

Plumbing Service For Low Water Pressure

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Low water pressure is a problem that can affect many homes. If a home is out in the country and off the city sewer system, the most common cause is a problem with the pump that brings water into the home. Replacing the pump is the most common solution to this problem. Sometimes the problem may be with a bad part or something obstructing the flow of water into a person’s house.Low water pressure in the shower
City vs. Country
Home owners who live in the city typically do not have the same problems. The pumps bringing water into the home are not just those near the building. The water delivery network must find a way to deliver water to all the people on its pipelines. Sometimes, a problem with low water pressure does not occur as close to a home as a person would like.

Calling in a plumbing service, regardless of where a person lives is a good idea to diagnose problems. A trained plumber can troubleshoot the problems and track down the problem areas. If the trouble spot is found within a person’s domicile, the plumber can correct it easily.

A plumbing service cannot always correct low water pressure problems within a town. If the problem does not occur within a house or on the property itself, it does not fall within his purview. Usually, a water company or a municipal water authority needs to be called in to fix the overall problem.Low water pressure in the sink

A home owner should not limit the times he calls in a professional plumber to those times when he must deal with water pressure issues. Plumbers can also unclog drains when over-the-counter drain unclogging products fail to work and fix leaky pipes. Unlike the do-it-yourself enthusiast, professional plumbers guarantee their work. The cost for a professional may be higher than doing it yourself, but as any do-it-yourself enthusiast knows, if things go wrong the repair bill can get very expensive indeed.

Plumbing Services Acworth

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K.L. Contractor Plumbing as been providing plumbing services in Acworth, GA since 1999. We are based out of Acworth and are not only licensed, but also bonded in Cobb County.

We offer a full range of plumbing services including but not limited to the repair and/or installation of the following:

We provide plumbing services in Acworth for both residential and commercial clients. Whether its an emergency situation when you need a plumber quick, fast, and in a hurry, or if you’re remodeling to get that “dream home” you’ve always wanted, we can help. Our technicians are courteous and highly trained and want to help you to solve your problem. Quality is our main goal and speed of service is a close second. We want to make sure that when the job is done, its done. We have been called in before to fix problems left behind by less motivated plumbers and we’ve vowed to never leave a client in that situation.

100% Satisfaction Guarantee

We know that when you are looking for plumbing services in Acworth you have a lot of plumbers to choose from. Who should you choose? What makes one different from the rest? This is a common feeling and we want you to feel secure when you choose us to be your plumber. That’s why we offer our 100% satisfaction guarantee. That is, we make sure that the job is done to your complete satisfaction. If you’re not satisfied, we’re not done.

Quick Response

As we are located in Acworth we are very quick to respond to calls in our fair city. Give us a call today and find out for yourself how convenient it is to have us as your neighbor.

Mixed Metals For a Fantastic Bathroom Decor

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Most bathroom designers will match the finishes for  the various bathroom fixtures. This is usually a good  idea and results in a wonderful look. However, you  might try to mix the metals/finishes for the plumbing fixtures in your next bathroom remodeling  job.

Take the floors, walls, and countertops into account when you design your bathroom and choose your sink, shower, toilet, and bathtub faucets.

Read the following article and you may get inspired to try a different combination and get a truly unique and interesting look!

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Kitchen and Bathroom Sinks

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Sinks come in a wide array of styles, materials, and configurations. From the classic stainless steel with standard hardware to the elegant gold plated fixtures using ultra-modern touch on/off controls, there is something for everyone. Let’s take a look at both kitchen and bathroom sinks.

Kitchen Sinks

How do you choose a kitchen sink?

1. Select the material. Choose a material that matches the rest of your kitchen. Do you love the clean and modern stainless steel look? How about the elegant look of composite granite or cast acrylic, or the traditional look of cast iron or copper? Even within each material type you need to consider color, cost, and durability.
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2. Select the bowl. How big is your counter top? How do you use the sink? Do you like having a garbage disposal? These are questions you need to answer to determine the size, depth, and number of bowls you will need in your sink.
3. Select the mounting
   a. Drop-in sinks. These sinks simply drop into a cutout in the countertop. They are generally more affordable and easier to install and ideal for existing countertops. They have a flange (rim) that is sealed to be water tight.
   b. Undermount sinks. If you have a granite or other solid material countertop then an undermount sink can deliver a beautiful look and it’s easy to clean. The countertop actually sits on top of the flange (rim) of the sink and the cutout edge of the countertop is exposed. This makes cleaning as easy as wiping crumbs, water, etc. directly into the sink. Note that this is not a good option when you have laminate countertops as the cutout edge of laminate is not suitable for direct contact with water and is not pleasant to look at.
   c. Integral sinks. Another good choice for new construction or remodeling,  integral sinks are built right into the countertop and made of the same material.
   d. Tile-in sinks. These sinks have squared off edges and rise a bit above the surface of the countertop. They are then tiled in on the countertop to make the surface of the sink even with the tile. This can be a stunning look if you don’t want to replace the laminate but to simply tile over it.

Bathroom Sinks

When choosing a bathroom sink you need to take into account not only the material, but also the size of the bathroom, who will be using it, and your budget.

1. Size of bathroom. A small, half bath with only a sink and toilet can be the perfect place to use a pedestal style sink. No countertop means you still enjoy the feeling of having some extra space. A large master bath will often be spacious enough to use his and her sinks with a common countertop.
2. Who will be using it. If you entertain often then you may want to consider a vessel sink in that half bath that your guests use. You can find beautiful sinks in glass, marble, granite, and more. If children will be the primary users of the bathroom then you certainly don’t want to use  expensive (and breakable) materials. A standard ceramic drop in sink should be just fine.
3. Your budget. It’s obvious that the more money you have budgeted, the better the sink you can buy. The same half bath used by guests can be a showroom of elegance or a utilitarian restroom with little or no decor. No matter what your budget, you will get the most for your  money by buying the best quality you can afford, and by having your sink professionally installed.