When the hot water goes out, that's never a good sign. In general, a traditional tank-type water heater will last between 8 to 12 years. It's always a good idea to perform routine water heater maintenance and check for signs that it's not working properly. Often, you can nip a hot water heater problem in the bud if the issue is caught early and basic maintenance is done. Some signs that your water heater is about to become inoperable include:
Corroded tank: Most hot water tanks in the Tampa Bay Area are made out of steel. Eventually, they will rust. If your tank is r...
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Does your shower drain smell?
Shower drains can start to smell for several common reasons. Mold or mildew might be growing beneath the drain cover. Your p-trap could be malfunctioning, allowing sewer gas to rise up through your pipes. Or there could simply be hair or grime stuck in your shower drain strainer.
Luckily, most of the reasons your shower drain smells so bad right now are pretty easy to fix. Whether your drain smells like mildew or sulfur, we’ve listed the most likely causes of your stinky problem below. By following these tips, you should be able to find and remove it no problem. Let’s start with your st...
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8 Signs You Need to Replace Your Main Water Line
Main water line replacement in the Tampa area comes with accompanying signs. A lot can go wrong with your plumbing, and there are several factors such as time, use, and weather conditions that wear down your main water line. Every day your plumbing endures a lot, and just like the pipes and drains in your house, your sewer’s main water line can clog and break down. No Tampa homeowner wants to deal with the stress of damaged plumbing, but it happens, and it’s crucial to know when it’s time to replace your main water line.
The Warning Signs of a Damaged Main Water Line
Taking proper care...
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A Touch of Cass
If you turn on the television or Social Media in 2020 you would think this is the absolute worst year ever. The 1 common thread running through every message is how unhappy and disgruntled Americans are about the year 2020. Many are calling it the worst year in American history.
Conservatives on the right are complaining about the liberals on the left, while the liberals on the left are complaining about the conservatives on the right. Everyone is complaining about Covid 19, the economy, the government, racial injustice, the protests, the riots, the police, the weather, hurricanes, immigrat...
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Plumbing Challenges in Older Tampa Homes
Before you purchase an older Tampa home it is a good idea to understand the common plumbing challenges you may discover. Pipes, sewers and drains can require expensive renovations before they will be reliable. Replacing old water pipes and drains in a 1,500 square foot home with two bathrooms can run between $4,000 and $20,000, depending upon how difficult it is to reach the old plumbing in walls and floors. Before you buy a home, it is wise to have a professional plumber evaluate the condition of the existing plumbing. You will be charged a fee for this so ask for a price quote before they be...
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The temperature you set your water heater is important
The water heater in most Tampa homes is around 18% to 20% of the total energy bill. If you set it too high, you’re going to pay a lot more each month on your monthly energy bill. But if you set the temperature too low, it’s possible that you are going to have water that isn’t hot enough. A water heater set too low is not only uncomfortable, but it might cause bacteria to grow in the tank in the tank. This sets up the goldilocks effect. You should never set your water heater below 120 degrees fahrenheit, because diseases & bacteria often develop when there’s stagnant water in your water hea...
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a Case for Cass
Usually, on our weekly blog, we try to bring you plumbing related stories, do's & dont's, and tips & tricks on the Tampa plumbing industry. This week, we are going to switch things up a bit. This week, we are going to make a "Case for Cass"!
Recently, a large plumbing survey was conducted. The survey asked heads of households: How often do you call a plumber into your home for plumbing services?
The results were:
8% reported that they contact a plumber for their services more than once a year
16% said they contact a plumber once a year
24% contact a plumber once ev...
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Leaving for vacation? Put your water heater on “Vacation Mode”
What Is Vacation Mode On Your Water Heater?
Vacation mode is a water heater setting that enables water heater users to reduce a water heater’s energy consumption, while powering it with just enough energy to prevent frozen pipes. Luckily, you live in the Tampa region and should not have to worry about pipes freezing. If you'll be away for more than three days, turn your water heater down or turn it off. For an electric water heater: Turn the temperature dial down or turn it off at thecircuit breaker panel. For a natural gas water heater: Turn it down to "low" or to "vacation mode."
Why You S...
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Effective Test For Money Leaking Toilet
In the Tampa Bay region, water prices have consistently trended upward over the past eight years, and experts don’t expect this to change anytime soon. Tampa water rates are going up because of infrastructure neglect. Water is expensive, a leaking toilet is a constant drain that never stops. If not fixed properly, it can add up to a lot of money over time.One major problem with a leaking toilet is that you might have a leak and not even know it. In this week's blog we are going to show you a quick and effective way to test for a leaking toilet.
FIRST: Carefully remove the toilet tank co...
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Common Items Found in Drains That Should Never Be There
Dumping household waste down the drain seems so easy, but do you know how much damage it can cause to your drain and sewer system? It’s convenient to pour that bacon grease down the sink after you cook breakfast, but even the smallest amount can cause major plumbing issues. Improper disposal of waste in your toilet or sink can result in clogs, backed up drains, or other plumbing malfunctions. Plumbing systems have their limits, and even though these boundaries are often pushed on a daily basis, they aren’t indestructible. In order to prevent issues with your plumbing, here are a few items that...
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