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Your home’s plumbing faces a variety of natural hazards each day. In most cases, these natural hazards can be avoided. Knowing what the hazards are and what you can do about them can help you take care of your home’s plumbing and avoid costly clogs. Rust Metal pipes, especially cast iron, can rust over time. While pipes are no longer made from cast iron, many older homes still have these types of pipes in their walls. In addition, many older sewer lines are made of cast iron as well. When pipes become too rusty, they can burst, leading to major […]
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Low water pressure can make your showering experience unpleasant and slow. Most of the time, there’s simple fix for this problem. These tips will help you troubleshoot your shower performance and increase your water pressure. Remove Buildup Buildup on or in the shower head will reduce your water pressure over time. To remove buildup, unscrew the shower head from the pipe. Check the filter screen for sediment and buildup. This may involve deconstructing your shower head. To learn how to do this, check the owner’s manual. You can use a toothpick, or a toothbrush (one you don’t use for teeth), […]
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What’s scarier than a spooky ghost this Halloween? Plumbing problems! Fortunately, there are many things you can do to prevent and treat clogs. What Causes Clogs? Clogs happen for a variety of reasons. In the plumbing inside the house, clogs occur because of buildups of hair, soap scum, grease, fats, and oils. Outside the house, clogs can occur when tree roots invade the main line, when the sewers collapse, or when a buildup of scum and oil collects in the pipes. Most of these problems are preventable. Clog Prevention Techniques There are many things you can do to prevent […]
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Choosing the right whirlpool bathtub can be far more complicated than choosing a normal bathtub. While bathrooms are often designed to hold bathtubs, they’re not often designed to hold whirlpool tubs. Buying a whirlpool can involve a complete bathroom remodel. Fitting the jetted tub to your bathroom can help you avoid a costly and unnecessary remodel. Measure the Space Before you begin to look for a jetted bathtub in a store, measure the space where the bathtub will be installed. Measure the total space including the area where walls or other fixtures will be knocked out. Once you know how […]
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It is never fun when rusty water appears in your sink or tub. Fortunately, there are things you can do to eliminate nasty rusty water from your pipes. Knowing the source of rusty water, the health effects of drinking rusty water and what you can do to fix the problem can help you take action . Where does rusty water come from? Rusty water can come from sources inside or outside of the home. Common causes of rusty water include: Rusty pipes Sediment in the water Damage from construction Break in the water main Sometimes determining the source of rusty […]
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People tend to experience a moment of panic when their toilet begins to overflow. Knowing how to stop a toilet from overflowing can help prevent a disgusting mess in your bathroom. It’s also important to know how to plunge your toilet and avoid toilet clogs in the future. At Terry’s Plumbing, we can help you with all three issues. What To Do When The Toilet Overflows When your toilet overflows, the first course of action is to stop the water. There are three logical ways to do this. Close the flapper inside the toilet tank. Remove the lid to your […]
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The decision to install a single or double sink can be a difficult one. Each type of sink has advantages and disadvantages. Knowing the pros and cons can help you decide which model makes the most sense for your life. Single Sink: Advantages and Disadvantages Single sinks have one basin for washing and rinsing. People who have a single sink must grapple with logistical problems like where to rinse and where to dry their dishes. If the sink is full of dishes, it can be difficult to find a place where pots can be filled with water and vegetables […]
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Limescale can cause big problems in the bathroom. It can fill pipes, reduce water pressure, make shower doors cloudy and detract from the overall beauty of your bathroom. Limescale comes from water that contains a high concentration of calcium and magnesium, also known as hard water. For obvious reasons, keeping away limescale is a priority for many homeowners. These tips will help you keep your home’s bathroom fixtures free of limescale. Vinegar Vinegar is slightly acidic, which means that it can easily eat through limescale and keep your fixtures looking shiny and new. Homeowners who have hard water problems will […]
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Indoor floods are often caused by plumbing problems. Broken pipes, a broken water heater, frozen pipes and sewer backups can lead to a flooded home, causing hundreds or thousands of dollars in damage. Knowing which steps to take when a flood occurs can help you get your house back up and running after an indoor plumbing disaster. Shut Off The Water The first thing most homeowners need to do after they realize that their home is flooding is to turn off the source of the water. Most plumbing fixtures have a water shut off valve nearby that can be used to […]
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Whether you’re remodeling your bathroom or replacing an old toilet, it’s important to pick the right fixture for your needs. While many homeowners assume that all toilets are the same, this could not be further from the truth. There are many different toilets on the market, spanning a range of styles. In this post, we’ll discuss the many factors that you’ll have to consider when choosing a toilet for your home. Pick a Style Residential toilets come in a variety of styles. The type of toilet you choose may depend on a variety of factors including personal preferences, size of the bathroom, […]
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