Category: All Things Plumbing

How to Replace an Anode Rod

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Think of an anode rod as the Unsung Hero of your water heater: a good one enhances the performance of MVP (your water heater), and the whole system works better because of it. Read on to learn what that means for homeowners, why you should replace anode rods periodically and how to replace an anode

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Don’t Do It! Why NOT to Install Gas Logs On Your Own

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You know how when you watch a horror movie and someone goes into the dark basement where the monster is and you’re yelling “Don’t do it!” at your screen? That’s how plumbers feel when untrained, uncertified homeowners say they’re going to install gas logs themselves. Read on to find out what’s involved with gas log

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Thanksgiving Survival Guide for Your Home’s Plumbing

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Thanksgiving is a great day for family, friends, and feasting. However, it’s not such a great day for your home’s plumbing. It’s a well-cited fact that plumbers’ call volume increases significantly the day after Turkey Day, and google searches for "emergency plumber open on Thanksgiving" shoot through the roof. But you can make sure your

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The Ultimate Guide to Avoiding Frozen Pipes This Winter

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It’s getting cold enough to wear scarves and sweaters, but your pipes aren’t quite so weather-savvy. They need a little help getting through the winter. Pipes are at risk of freezing and bursting regardless of material; the real culprit is water, which expands as it freezes. With that expansion comes a great deal of pressure,

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Learn How to Winterize Your Irrigation System

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Using an irrigation system to keep your grass from browning out each summer? If you don't properly winterize that system, you run the risk of water freezing, causing the pipes to burst. Frozen water in the backflow assembly also can damage the internal components, putting you at risk of water contamination from backflow. If you've

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