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What to do with Frozen Pipes

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Millions of families across the country have a catastrophe somewhere in their homes due to frozen pipes. Their lives are disrupted every winter with flooded rooms and high cost repair bills. However, if a pipe freezes and the response is swift it is possible to thaw the pipe before it bursts. Pipes normally freeze when they are adjoining outside walls. The most vulnerable to freezing are those running through unheated quarters, and once the water is frozen, the water flow will be cut off, leading to split pipes due to ice expansion.

The first piece of evidence that your pipe is frozen is when you awake in the morning after a very cold night and turn on your tap. If there is no surge of water and only a trickle flows down and abruptly stops; you have a frozen pipe. So thawing the pipe will be necessary. Here is advice on what to do with frozen pipes.

. First, locate where the pipe is frozen, then switch off the key water supply. This move will avert the water from spurting out once the pipe is thawed. Afterwards, open the taps in the house.

. If water is not flowing anywhere inside the home, a pipe close to the water meter is probably frozen. Place your hand on the meter and the nearby exposed pipes. If the pipes are extremely cold, that is a sign that they are probably frozen.

. If water flows in just one part of the home, a pipe in an exterior wall or un-padded crawl space is most likely the culprit. Try opening bathroom and kitchen sink cabinets to permit warm air from the home to heat-up the pipes.

. After locating the frozen pipe, open the distressed faucet completely while opening other hot water faucets as well. When the water begins to stream from the distressed pipe, secure all faucets to a dribble. Do not attempt to completely shut the distressed faucet pending the total defrosting of the pipe and after water is flowing freely.

Other workable methods and one of the safest thawing techniques involves a moderate heat source hair dryer, household iron, or heat lamp. Propane torches or other open direct flames will heat the pipes too fast, possibly causing an explosion. Some people may suggest putting rags into boiling water and wrapping them around the frozen pipe. A professional plumber would never recommend such a technique since obviously it would be quite messy with an unpredictable outcome.

When thawing pipes with a hair dryer or heat lamp at all times work from an open faucet toward the frozen part. This will permit steam to be released and from being trapped by ice, which can result in a burst pipe. With the faucet open, it is easy to see when the ice has dissolved. A great way to prevent pipes from freezing in the first place is to wrap them in electrical heating cable, afterwards covering the pipe with insulation to preserve heat. A heating cable can be utilized to thaw a frozen pipe as well.

Why Use a Whole Home Water Filter System

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There are several reasons why a person should use a whole house water filter.

  1.  There will be clean water in all of the rooms in the house. This is because the water filter will be hooked up to the water system of the house.
  2. The chemicals will be removed from the water as soon they enter into the water system. Therefore, they will no longer be released in the air.
  3. Healthfulness that a person will get from drinking the water that has been filtered since it will be clean.
  4.  There will not be any soap scum left on your dishes. Most of the time, the soap scum is left on your dishes when you have hard water. When the water is filtered, then that hard water will be taken care of.
  5.  Relief for people who suffer from asthma and allergies. This is because the air that they breathe will be cleaner and the water filter will alleviate a lot of the effects of the asthma and allergies. Therefore, a person will be able to breathe better in their own house.
  6. Your clothes will be cleaner. This is because the chemicals in the water will be removed from the water before you wash your clothes. Therefore, those chemicals will no be on your clothes when they come out of the washer.
  7.  Drinking contaminated water. When your water is filtered then you drastically reduce the chances of a person drinking or showering in water that is contaminated.
  8. Protection. This means that you will be protected from breakdowns that happens in your water treatment and sanitation systems.
  9.  Having a whole house water filter is the only true way of filtering out the water that comes through your shower. This is because it has the ability to remove all of the chlorine and any other chemicals that could be in your water.
  10.  The whole house water filter protects you from any radiation that you could be exposed to with non-filtered water. This could happen if a person drinks or inhales any of dangerous chemicals that could be in your water.

These are the top ten reasons that a person should use a home water filter system.

 

How to Repair an Outdoor Water Faucet

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Every homeowner will discover that they will need to have an outdoor water faucet, whether it be to water their lawn or wash their car; however, they are notorious for having problems from time-to-time. When people use a little bit of common sense, they will quickly realize that anything that has water running through it has the potential to freeze during the winter. For this reason, every year when it begins to get cold, news anchors will begin reminding people to unhook their hose and ensure that the faucet’s water supply is completely shut-off. The bad thing is that most people operate under the assumption that their faucet will not freeze, apparently because their faucet is different from everyone else’s. However, a frozen faucet is not the only thing that can malfunction with these units, so it is important for people to understand how to repair their outdoor water faucet, or they will have to pay a plumber to handle the task.

Analyze the Problem

The first step in repairing an outdoor faucet is to carefully analyze exactly what the problem is. Many people become stressed out when they know they have to repair something, which can lead them to make rushed decisions. The problem with this is that they may go buy a lot more expensive items than they actually need. Another potential problem with this is that they may purchase the wrong supplies and have to return them to the store, which will make the process take even longer. The worst case scenario would be when the hardware store will not even accept a returned product that has been opened, because the customer will be completely out of their money.

Parts Required

Depending on what the problem is, people may need to purchase a new spigot, pipe, shut-off valve. The spigot is essentially the pipe that people see the water coming out of. The pipe is hidden behind the actual faucet, so it may be a little tougher to work on. The shut-off valve is the knob that people rotate to turn the faucet off or on. People will simply need to find the right sized wrench to disconnect the faucet from the wall. They will see a nut towards the middle of the faucet that the wrench will connect with.

Once people discover what the problem is with their outdoor faucet, they can make repairs. No one should have to pay a plumber a substantial rate to complete such an easy task. People will find all of the efficient plumbing fixtures they need at a hardware store, and people will likely have all of the tools they need to make the necessary repairs.

If you do end up needing a plumber for more extensive repairs,  just call us!

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Acworth, GA 30101
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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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Tips for Choosing Bathroom Plumbing Fixtures

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Creating The Right Bathroom

If you are remodeling or designing a bathroom, there are many things to decide, and some of them need must be finalized before you even start the project. It is an exciting time picking and choosing through the different bathroom plumbing fixtures, but because there are so many choices out there, it can also be a daunting task. How do you know where to start and how much can you do on your own? You came to the right place. We’ll give you all the know-how you need to get started on your project.

There are many options to look through before choosing the ones that will be right for your needs. Look through design, price, and how long it will last. As you are browsing think of your plumbing and sewer needs: how long will the material last, how many holes for valves will be needed, and how easy it will be to install if you are installing yourself. Finally, when you know what you are looking for, make sure you visit a storeroom to see firsthand how the final installed product appears.

When you are initially thinking everything through, start by making a check list of things you need before finishing the project. The main categories are:

∙ Bathroom plumbing fixtures

∙ Plumbing and sewer requirements

∙ Plumbing and drain needs

When you are shopping for bathroom plumbing fixtures, you need to figure out how much your budget will allow for the whole project. Decide how much you can spend on each category. The next thing, once you know how much you can afford, is deciding what theme you are going to use: country, modern, or just traditional. Even limited budgets can create a beautiful bathroom. Once you know which style you are looking for, go to a showroom and see how the different models look once they are installed.

Another need-to-know ahead of time is what your local codes are for the required plumbing and sewer requirements. Different locals have strict requirements for whether you can use PVC pipes, or if you can also use CPVC. You will be using ABS pipes for the drainage system, and you will need drain pipes with traps to keep sewage gases from escaping back into the system. Access panels are needed to provide an entrance to the rough in. The rough-in is really where it all happens. The rough-in is where all the supply lines and drain, waste and vent lines happen.

The plumbing and drain needs depend on the house or building that you are restoring or finishing your project in. Make sure you have the necessary drain pipes and traps. It is essential and helpful to have a stop valve attached to each fixture; in case of needed repair it is much easier to only shut off the water supply to that particular item, rather than the whole house. We will help you in any way you need it. Thank you for trusting your plumbing needs to us!

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7 Tips for Choosing Your Plumbing Fixtures

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Plumbing fixtures used to come in only a few styles and colors. Hence, bathroom and kitchen designs would often look plain and dull. But because of today’s innovative modern interior designs, your faucets and sinks are now available in many styles and colors. You can now renovate and change your bathroom and kitchen’s look to the style you’ve always wanted.

Remodeling a home can be very exciting. But there are many things that you need to consider first before choosing and buying plumbing fixtures. It is very important that you buy the perfect one that matches your lifestyle and the type of look you want for your bathroom or kitchen.

So what are the things that you need to consider? Check out the list below:

  1. Style. Faucets, sinks and toilets are available in many styles. They may come in modern, classic, minimalistic, elegant styles, and there are a lot more to choose from. Choose a style that suits your taste, or something that matches the overall theme of your bathroom or kitchen.  Mixing metals is one option to consider.
  2. Function. Plumbing fixtures are available in many types and are classified by their function. Each type has a different function, thus, it is very important that you know how each type works. Well, you don’t want to see a laundry sink in your kitchen, do you?
  3. Installation method. Faucets can be either single or double handled or so can sinks; with different types comes different installation methods. Make sure you choose fixtures that are easy to install and easy to remove. So that it will be easy to repair or replace when it needs fixing.
  4. Features. Faucets, sinks and toilets have different features. Choose a faucet or a sink that matches your needs. If you want a perfect water temperature for your bath, then choose a shower faucet that has temperature control features.
  5. Quality. Anything that you buy for your home should pass your personal quality check. You should only buy fixtures that are durable and made of high quality materials to ensure long-lasting use.
  6. Cost. Of course, you need to consider your budget. Choose your fixtures meticulously and compare prices. It doesn’t always mean that expensive choices have better quality. You can actually find many good choices at a bargain price. And then plan the things that you are going to buy. Prioritize the important and necessary things first. Remember, you don’t need a bath tub if your bathroom is small.
  7. And lastly, always choose a reputable faucet or sink manufacturer because you would want it to last a decade or two. Reputable manufacturers can give you better quality fixtures and better after sales service.

Your bathroom and kitchen make up just a small portion of your home, but these small parts can actually say a lot about your house. So if you want to have a beautiful bathroom and a nice-looking kitchen, make sure that you choose the right plumbing fixtures and decors and a reliable plumber to install them.

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Water Plumbing in the Home Made Easy

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People are always told of the importance of water. Moreover, the conservation of water is an issue that many people take seriously. The need for water in order for people to survive daily life is undeniable. Water is a necessity that proves its worth in all sorts of daily activities. Thus home water plumbing is also a need to be understood and appreciated by people if they wish to truly maintain a good household.

Whenever water plumbing comes to mind, thinking about water supply is most probably what follows. Plumbing, after all, is all about managing the supply of water. It is important that houses get enough supply of water through a pipe that can efficiently spread water all throughout the household. Moreover, it is important that the water a house receives is clean enough to be used for cleaning other items as well.

It’s good for people to monitor their monthly water consumption. This would not only help them check if they are charged correctly for the water they use but they would also be aware of how much water they consume. Too much water consumption may help people realize the importance of conserving water and of using water appropriately.

If there is water supply, naturally there is a drainage system. More specifically, it is important that homeowners make sure that they have a stable and secure waste drainage system in order to keep things in order in their homes. As the name implies, waste is a very serious matter. A good waste drainage system is very important so as to avoid unwanted accidents.

Next to be considered are the fixtures through which the water shall flow. Most common fixtures found in a home would be faucets, sinks and drains. Bath tubs and such are a few of those fixtures that are not commonly found in most homes. It is also very important to consider the type, style and size of the fixtures to be used that should be in accordance with the water supply’s strength and the capacity of the bathroom to hold such fixtures.

Water plumbing also involves people knowing how to operate basic water controls within their homes. An example would be their main water supply valve. Being able to know how to turn off the water supply can help them whenever checking for water supply or home water plumbing problems.

Basic plumbing can be learned by almost anyone. Finding an experienced plumber who can teach you the basics of plumbing especially at home could be a challenge but worth a shot. Knowing how to go around your home’s plumbing system could take some time, but it can be very important in the long run. Dealing with water can be a headache especially when problems start to arise. The bathroom is a part of the house that is taken for granted many times. People use the bathroom every day, any time of the day. Naturally, having a bathroom that’s ready for use without having to worry about problems is definitely a better way to live.

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Bathroom Plumbing Tips

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Any house won’t be complete without a bathroom. Cleaning and caring for the bathroom is just the same as cleaning and caring for the other parts of a house. However, special attention might be needed for bathroom plumbing. This is why most households would simply depend on the expertise of plumbers to tend to their bathroom plumbing needs. Nonetheless, bathroom plumbing tips are available for anyone who wants to take on the challenges of their own bathrooms.

Nothing beats the skillful approach of a plumber to your plumbing needs. Still, homeowners may find these tips useful in managing simple bath plumbing tasks and problems. It is possible that certain situations need no complicated treatment by a plumber but a simple task that anybody can do with the proper guidance.Home Plumbing Tips

One problem often encountered in bathroom plumbing is a clogged toilet. This is characterized by the rise of water in the toilet when it is flushed. The easiest way to solve this problem is by turning off the valve of the toilet. This valve can be found right below the toilet tank. Once the valve is turned off, the plunger can be used to unclog the toilet. After removing the cause of clogging, the toilet should be working well — just like before — right after the valve is turned on.

A related problem to the one just mentioned is the flapper not reaching its supposed height for a certain period of time in order for the flush to be completed. This flapper enables the flow of water into and out of the toilet. Flappers not in good condition or not functioning well may later cause toilets to leak and continuously run.

Aside from flappers failing to perform its tasks, toilets that seem to never stop leaking may be caused by different reasons. Shortage in water toilet supply may be a reason for disrupting the flow of water into the dam. In other cases, the valve that facilitates the water into the tank may be dysfunctional; thus, letting in too much water.

Other than these problems, homeowners may also want to try taking plumbing matters into their own hands such as installing the toilet. The first step includes planning and gathering of needed materials. To accomplish this task, one must have a seat, a bowl, a tank, a wax ring, initial water supply and a few screws and screw drivers.

The valve that allows water flow should be turned off at this point. To install the new set of materials for the toilet, the old pieces must be removed. With the use of a few screws and bolts, the new toilet can now be easily put into place while the old set can wait to be disposed of

Generally bathroom plumbing tips provide guides on how to maintain the proper functioning of bath plumbing system. These tips also enlighten homeowners on factors that indicate the condition of their bathrooms’ plumbing. If the problem or task at hand is too much to handle, experienced plumbers will always be ready to be of service.

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Advantages of Hiring a Licensed Plumber

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In order for a house to become a home you should see to it that all the areas of your house are kept up. In addition to having a place to sleep and to keep all your belongings, you and your family need a place where you can fend for all your basic needs, like sleeping, eating, and maintaining personal hygiene. Cooking and cleaning require water, and your plumbing system is what keeps the water flowing in your home. For this reason, it is important that you hire an experienced plumbing contractor to tend to your pipes, water heater, sewage system, etc.. This way, you can be sure that everything works properly.
By ensuring that all plumbing concerns are in their proper state, you would not need to worry about finding an emergency plumber in case something goes wrong. By hiring a plumber in the construction phase of your home, you can rest knowing that your home’s water and drainage system will work efficiently. While it may be more convenient and much cheaper to oversee the task yourself, hiring a plumber will ensure that you would not have to deal with any problems in the long run.
A plumbing contractor has received the appropriate amount of training that has geared him with all the skills and knowledge that are necessary for the job. By entrusting the task of overseeing your plumbing installation, you ensure that your home’s water and drainage system follows the regulations that are set for your area of residence. While you would have to pay for certain fees and professional charges, you will end up with a plumbing system that will not only work efficiently, but will be as resistant to corrosion and damage as possible.
In addition to this, a trained plumber will have all the equipment that is necessary in order to ensure that all the individual parts are put together well. This way, you will experience fewer chances of leaks and damage. By making sure that all the parts are put in their proper places and all the connections are secured properly, you do away with any possibility of problems in these areas.
Most of the time, people make the mistake of calling emergency plumbers when it is already too late. As a result, they would have to deal with different unfortunate consequences of water damage. Even worse, people sometimes try to fix the problem by themselves. As a result, they do not get the solution that they need and even make the damage worse.
For this reason, it is imperative that you get a hold of the contact information for the most reputable plumbers in your area. Furthermore, you need to ensure that you would use these pieces of information to get the help that you need, even in the slightest signs of problems. This way, you would get the appropriate solution for your plumbing problem, without having to spend an unnecessary amount of money on repairing the damage that your plumbing problems have caused you.

Tips for Easier Water Heater Repair

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When it comes to keeping your water heater in tip top shape, you really cannot go wrong with hiring a plumber. An emergency plumber has all the skills and training that are necessary to ensure that your device will be working as efficiently as possible. In addition to this, a plumbing contractor uses all the necessary equipment that will ensure a hundred percent effectiveness.

However, professional services can possibly take a chunk out of your budget, because emergency plumber services do not come cheap. Fortunately, there are certain things that you may do in order to minimize the fees and professional charges that you would have to pay in order to bring your water heater back to its former state.

By doing the basic and minor repairs by yourself, you minimize the tasks that a plumbing contractor would have to tend to; thus, minimizing the amount that you would have to pay him. Here are some tips that you may use in order to make the process of water heater repair much easier.Water heater repair Acworth GA

If your heater does not heat the water as much as you wish it would, for example, then you should definitely look into the over-all heating process that your device uses. There are certain things that may have caused this predicament, including bad water supply for example. Make sure that the right amount of water goes into your device, and that the same amount comes out of it. If there is even the most minor difference between both water levels, then there is a possibility that the smallest volume of water is leaking inside your device, thereby causing it to function less efficiently than it could. For gas water heaters you should also make sure that the heater’s pilot light is working well, in order for it to heat the water to the right temperature.

If your device is making strange noises, on the other hand, then it is most likely because some part of the water heater has become loose. Open the device and make sure that all individual parts are connected properly. It would also do you well if you take of all the parts and clean them before you place them all together again. This way, the water will be able to pass through the device without any problem.

If you notice that your water heater tank is leaking, then you should look into how the parts that are involved in the over-all water way are connected. Tighten the connections and you will most likely be able to get rid of the problem. Leaking may also be caused by overheating and overworking the device, so make sure that you only use the right settings when you use it and that you turn it off completely when it is not in use.

By tending to these problems by yourself, you exponentially decrease the amount of work that you plumbing contractor would have to put into the job. However, it is imperative that you still have a plumber do a once over before you use the heater again, in order to ensure that all the pieces are in their proper place.