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10 Items to Never Put Down Your Garbage Disposal

The garbage disposal is an extremely convenient appliance. It’s also one that should be used carefully. There are lots of items that can clog it up and cause problems. You can prevent your system from getting clogged, jammed, or damaged and avoid garbage disposal repair by avoiding these 10 items: 1.  Coffee Grounds While coffee grounds can help your sink smell better, they’ll cause more problems than they’re worth. They are very fine, which allows them to pass right through

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Water Heaters: New Energy Efficiency Regs are Coming

Beware: New EF Regulations Could Impact Buying a New Water Heater Soon   Call us at  (713) 526-1491 before the deadline of April 16, 2015 to learn about your water heater options! It’s true. Your water heater will likely become more expensive to replace, due to new EF (energy factor) ratings requirements effective April 15. This will change the water heaters being manufactured in the following ways: Higher prices – up to 35% higher according to estimates Larger units  – just when you were

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Water Heater Problems and Repairs

While it may take time to notice problems with appliances or other products around the house, a malfunctioning water heater is usually easy to spot right away. There may be water on the floor all around the water heater, or a normally warm shower is suddenly icy cold. Fortunately, since water heater problems are most likely easy to identify, they can be dealt with promptly by a good, professional plumbing company. Below are some common water heater issues and how

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Know When to Call a Plumber

Homeowners may not realize the complexity of their home’s plumbing system and knowing when to call a plumber can minimize future frustration and damage. Here are five reasons to call a plumber: Leaks. Whether you experience a water-all-over-the-floor disaster or a less apparent dark mark on the wall or ceiling, do what you can to stop the spread of water and call your plumber right away. No water. Household business stops when the water stops so you will need a

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Maintaining Your Bathroom Plumbing: A DIY Checklist

Plumbing maintenance is important to do regularly to prevent plumbing problems and emergencies. Bathroom plumbing is easy to maintain and often only takes a couple of minutes to keep in proper working order. Follow this DIY checklist to keep your bathroom plumbing in tip-top shape. Clean out your drain if they are working slowly. Debris like hair and built-up toothpaste can cause the drains in your sink, shower, and tub to drain more slowly over time. Take the stopper out,

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Winterizing Your Plumbing

If you own a home that is going to be vacant this winter, it is critical that you take the time to winterize the plumbing. Not taking proper precautions can end up costing you hundreds or even thousands of dollars in replacement plumbing and emergency repairs. If a vacant home is not properly winterized, water can freeze in pipes causing them to crack. This leads to not only plumbing repairs, but also floor, ceiling, and drywall repairs due to both

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Your Home’s Major Systems: AC, Water Heaters, and Plumbing

When the weather is mild, take advantage by shoring up your home’s major systems. Houston is not currently enduring any major heat wave. But why wait for cold weather, or the next emergency? While things seem calm, take advantage by taking steps to strengthen your home’s major systems. How did your AC hold up through the summer? Did your energy bills go up? If you’re using an annual contract style of energy bill, you may not even realize how much

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Cost of Energy-Efficient Tankless Water Heaters in Houston

A  tankless water heater in your  Houston home  can help you be  environmentally friendly, while lowering your  utility bill. When it comes to lowering utility expenses, most property owners consider changing their light bulbs and lamps into fixtures that are more energy efficient, installing better insulation to maintain indoor temperatures, and cutting back on the use of water when possible. When it comes to water heaters, only a few realize that they can significantly lower their energy consumption if they have the right system installed.

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The Dangers of Chemical Drain Cleaners In The Home

Store bought drain cleaners are some of the most hazardous chemicals found in American households. They don’t just pose a risk to your family’s health, they can also damage your home’s plumbing system and bathroom and kitchen fixtures. Chemical drain cleaners are available in several forms; alkaline drain cleaners contain sodium hydroxide or potassium hydroxide. Acidic drain cleaners contain concentrated sulfuric acid. Other chemicals typically found in household drain cleaning products include bleach and lye. While chemical drain cleaners can

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Maintaining Your Tankless Water Heater

Tankless water heaters are technologically advanced plumbing devices that deliver an endless supply of hot water. They can save save energy compared to traditional tank-style water heaters by heating water only when it’s needed. Because of their complexity, tankless water heaters require regular maintenance to ensure proper operation and maintain long term reliability. Removing Limescale From The Tankless Water Heater Like most plumbing devices tankless water heaters will accumulate mineral deposits, particularly inside the tank’s heating chamber. Mineral build up

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