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4 Signs of a Slab Leak

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To prevent water damage, bring down high utility bills, and mitigate costly repairs, it’s crucial to keep tabs on your home’s foundation as well as the plumbing system. Beneath the concrete slabs of your home lies an intricate system of pipes. Though built to last, these pipes can sustain damages or burst during extremely hot or cold weather. Damaged pipes beneath the foundation often result in slab leaks. In this article, we’ll list 4 signs of a slab leak so you can contact a qualified plumbing company before things get out of hand! Unreasonably High Utility Bills Unless you have guests staying at your house or have started an ambitious gardening project in the backyard, spikes in the energy and water bills could be caused by plumbing leaks. Because they are hidden from sight, slab leaks cause water to leak day and night. One way to determine the root cause is by turning off the water supply from the main valve and listening for sounds of dripping water. The appearance

Why you Should Never Ignore Plumbing Repairs

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After a long and exhausting day at work, treating yourself to a warm bath is one of the most relaxing feelings there is! But imagine stepping into your bathroom, ready to allow all your stress to melt away, and then finding out that the faucet isn’t working. Or that you’re sitting on the toilet seat, doing the deed, and it refuses to flush. These plumbing malfunctions have the power to ruin your day! Your home’s plumbing system needs more attention than you’d think. Not only does it affect your quality of life, but also the lifespan of your plumbing fixtures. The best way forward is to get all fixtures repaired on time. Here’s a bit more on why you shouldn’t ignore plumbing repairs: The underlying problem Plumbing issues are always indicative of a more serious underlying problem that needs to be addressed immediately. For instance, if you smell a musty odor every time you go near the pipes, they might be corroded. If you don’t address the issue immediately, the

The Ultimate Winter Plumbing Checklist

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If you’re not too fond of harsh winters, Texas is the right place for you. The state hardly experiences snow, but we do see the occasional frost and ice . But even though winters here are mostly mild, you still need to gear up to have a comfortable experience. When we say gear up, we don’t just mean stocking up your wardrobe with warm socks and jumpers. We’re talking about making sure that all your plumbing lines and fixtures are looked after. Here’s a checklist to help you through the process: Insulate all the water pipes It’s a common misconception that pipes can only freeze over if the temperature drops really low. This is not true. Temperature is a main contributing factor, but it can still happen if the pipes aren’t well-insulated. Pipes that are most vulnerable to freezing are ones that are situated in attics, crawlspaces, and basements. This is because these places are not well-ventilated. You’ll have to get in touch with a professional plumbing servic