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Best Water Filtration System

Water filters not only provide you with clean, fresh, safe drinking water straight from your sink but help to save the environment as well. Adding water filtration may be a larger upfront installation cost, but will save you money in the long run by saving on bottled water costs. When it comes to water purification

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Water Pressure Regulator Installation
Water Pressure Regulator Installation: What to Expect?

A water pressure regulator not only helps to reduce the water pressure coming from the main water line, but also helps it to flow at a safe level as well. To make sure that your water pressure regulator is functioning properly, it is best to have your water pressure regulator installation handled by a certified

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Garbage Disposal Problems

How to Unclog the Garbage Disposal There are times when you may forget to not put bones, coffee grounds, eggshells, bread, fibrous or stringy fruits and veggies, grease, and oil down the garbage disposal. When this happens, you may be met with a clogged or ineffective disposal. Continue reading to discover a few tips to

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Backflow Preventer
What Is Backflow?

While the name does not sound too terrible, backflow can be a serious hazard to your health. So, what is backflow? In short, backflow is a plumbing term that describes the unwanted flow of water in the opposite, unintended direction. Backflow usually occurs when the city’s water system is disrupted and/or turned off, and it

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Plumbing Inspection
How Often Do You Need Plumbing Inspection?

Have you thought about scheduling a plumbing inspection? As a homeowner, it’s easy to overlook potential issues within your home’s plumbing systems and drains. Residential plumbing often takes a backseat until a problem arises or a flood occurs. However, a professional plumbing inspection is an invaluable way to ensure your plumbing system is in top

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Home Plumbing Maintenance
Home Plumbing Maintenance

The best way to avoid emergency plumbing and drain repairs is by preventing them. While not all problems can be foreseen, there are plenty of home plumbing maintenance tips that can go a long way in eliminating middle of the night emergencies. Plumbing Preventative – Drains The best way to prevent drain clogs is to

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Bill Howe Expert Plumber Installs InsinkErator Evolution Series Disposal
5 Reasons You Need a Professional Plumber

There are many times when DIY home plumbing projects can save money. Handy homeowners can make repairs to running toilets, minor leaks, and clogged drains with the right tools. Local home stores make it easy to find the right parts and offer expert tips. For example, homeowners can easily clear minor hair clogs from shower

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How to Unclog the Main Sewer Line

It is not only frustrating to have multiple drains constantly backing up, but the frequency of clogs could also cause water damage and extra expenses in plumbing services. But what is the reason as to why drains all clog at once and what are ways to prevent this reoccurrence? Typically when more than one drain

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