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Now that winter is here, you could benefit from learning how to winterize a sprinkler system. This is especially the case if your yard is subject to frost, and any sitting water can freeze and burst the pipes, resulting in costly repairs. In fact, it’s one of the things you should do to get your home ready for winter, but it falls off the list for many of us. If you haven’t already taken care of this, you need to do so now. The good news is that, with the right equipment and methods, you can drain the sprinkler system […]
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A lot is happening in the plumbing industry in the month of December. Continue reading our news roundup to learn more about what’s happening in the industry this month. Water Heater That Helps Cut Man-Animal Conflict Wins UN Award Three years ago, when she was still using a chulha to heat water for bathing, Jaindra Khobragade – an ASHA (Accredited Social Health Activist) worker in Nanded village in Bramhapuri forest area of Chandrapur district – had to walk nearly 5 miles to get firewood in the jungle. In addition to the physical strain, there was a very real threat: an […]
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One of the latest technological advancements in plumbing is a Smart Home Water Shutoff system that can save a lot of heartache and a lot of expense. Excess water continually flowing from broken pipes can cause literally tens of thousands of dollars of expense for damaged walls, floors, carpets, furniture, and any other items it touches. This device measures when there is an unusual flow of water in your home and automatically shuts off the water supply. In this blog, we cover some common FAQs about these new systems so that you can make an informed decision on if one […]
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Every home connected to municipal water has a water meter. Your local municipality uses that water meter to measure how much water you are using, and you are billed based on the reading from that meter. Most cities measure your water usage quarterly and will bill you accordingly. All municipalities charge you for the water being supplied to you during the quarter, and some municipalities also charge you for processing the wastewater. If you look carefully at your water bill, you might see one, two, or three designations of what you are actually being charged for. In the Pittsburgh area, […]
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The plumbing industry and other construction trades use designations to determine the skill level of employees. The titles that we are familiar with today are Apprentice, Journeyman, and Master. Let’s explore the difference between these different classifications of plumbers. Apprentices These are plumbers who are new to the trade and are just starting to learn. In most states, apprentices are part of a program where they are required to put in four years of on-the-job training under the strict supervision of a Master Plumber. Once the apprentice has four years of experience, they can then take a written exam to […]
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A lot is happening in the plumbing industry in the month of September. Continue reading our news roundup to learn more about what’s happening in the industry this month. Service World Expo 2023 When: October 3rd-6th, 2023 Where: Phoenix Convention Center, AZ Service World is considered the largest contractor event in the country. Her Time schedule is packed with a ton of industry leaders and even features an appearance from the great soccer player Tim Tebow! Between the fair and the speakers, this event is a can’t miss! Click here for more information. Finally, A Water Heater That Plugs In […]
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You’re reading this because you’re curious. Don’t deny it! So, what exactly is a bidet? Maybe you’ve seen one, a few of you have even used one and a tiny fraction of you may be so bold as to own one. Bidets are commonplace in European and Asian countries, but they’re typically taboo in America. In this blog we give a brief overview of bidets; keep on reading for Bidet 101. History of Bidets Bidet, a French word, meaning “small horse” was given as a name to this contraption due to the manner in which one must straddle the toilet […]
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Crowded restrooms, dirty floors, questionable surfaces, nefarious stares and a heap of germs. Using a public restroom, while sometimes necessary, can turn into a fiasco – particularly in a ladies room. According to researchers, a woman’s purse could be just as germ infested as a public toilet handle. So what are you supposed to do with your purse when nature calls? Never use The Door Hook First things first, you probably think the hook on the door is the obvious choice. WRONG. Many women report using the hook and being victimized by purse snatchers who reach over the door to […]
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While the plumbing industry is still male-dominated, swift changes in female numbers have been made in recent years. It’s not easy to be a female plumber, but also not impossible! Homeowners should feel inspired by these courageous and amazing women leaders making a change in the trades industry! In this blog we cover the history of women in the plumbing industry and one in particular that defied all odds. Women in the Plumbing Industry Currently, female plumbers make up about 3% of all plumbers living in the U.S. Sure, this number is not massive, but it is worthwhile! Homeowners should […]
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A lot is happening in the plumbing industry in the month of August. Continue reading our news roundup to learn more about what’s happening in the industry this month. Service World Expo 2023 When: October 3rd-6th, 2023 Where: Phoenix Convention Center, AZ Service World is considered the largest contractor event in the country. Her Time schedule is packed with a ton of industry leaders and even features an appearance from the great soccer player Tim Tebow! Between the fair and the speakers, this event is a can’t miss! Click here for more information. Some States Reject Federal Money To Replace […]
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