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5 Reasons Why You Should Hire A Plumber Vs DIY

Monday, September 11th, 2023

In our age of DIY tutorials and YouTube videos, we know it can be difficult to strike a balance between knowing when to fix something yourself and hiring a professional. Sure, there are plenty of minor DIY tasks that you’re capable of handling. Unfortunately, many homeowners fall way in over their heads.

If you’re contemplating a DIY plumbing job, there are so many tools required for plumbing issues, so many unexpected factors, and so many things that can go wrong, much more than with other home improvement DIY projects. That’s why we recommend going with a licensed professional plumber for most things. Here are 5 reasons why you should.

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Kick Off Spring with Drain Cleaning

Monday, March 7th, 2022

Spring cleaning isn’t just about clearing away dust and switching out the thick winter sweaters for lighter clothing. Spring is time to take stock of as many parts of your home’s function as you can. This includes assessing the quality of your piping.

After a busy holiday season and extra time at home, your drainpipes may need a little help with spring cleaning. Specifically, built-up debris that may have collected over the winter months may be starting to have an impact on your ability to use your plumbing systems.

Don’t let things get worse! Reach out to a plumber in Springfield, PA to discuss your drain cleaning options! You can learn more about why professional drain cleaning is your best option by reading below.

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Make Sure Your Plumbing Is Prepared For the Family

Monday, October 18th, 2021

When it comes to preparing for any gathering in your home, there are plenty of things to consider. You want to ensure things are clean and decorated nicely for starters. Then you need to factor in the food that everyone will eat. Of course, you also need to make sure that your plumbing is in good shape to handle whatever your guests throw at it.

We know that your plumbing may not be the thing at the forefront of your mind. That said, we’d strongly suggest checking on your plumbing systems before they start causing problems in the middle of your party!

Here are some of the ways that you can ensure that your plumbing system is in the right condition for those gatherings to come.

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Choosing Between Tank and Tankless Water Heaters

Sunday, April 4th, 2021

Imagine having to get by without any hot water in your home. Suddenly it makes sense why people in the “olden days” only bathed or showered every few weeks! That’s some cold water!

Thankfully, you have a water heater in your home that provides you with reliable hot water for everything from bathing to washing laundry. Or at least that system should provide you with reliable hot water. If this isn’t the case though and you are instead struggling with lukewarm or cold water, it means it may be time to schedule a water heater replacement with your plumber in Springfield, PA.

When you need to replace your water heater you will need to choose whether you want a tank or tankless system as your next unit. We’ll explain the benefits and drawbacks of each system below.

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Is It Time For a Tankless Water Heater?

Monday, September 21st, 2020

Enough is enough. That was the last lukewarm to cold shower that you are going to take until something is done about the water heater. You hop online to see what might be up with your system and discover that it is likely your worst fear: you need a water heater replacement.

Don’t worry though! When you work with a plumber in Springfield, PA from our team, you’ll be able to enjoy knowing that this job will be done right the first time. Before we arrive at your home, however, we want to make sure that you’ve considered your options.

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What Is Drain Cleaning?

Monday, August 10th, 2020

Without the drains in your home, you wouldn’t be able to do much when it comes to your plumbing. That means no dishwasher, no reliable bathroom or kitchen sink, and so on. Unfortunately, if your drains are clogged up, it will be almost the same as not having them at all.

If your drains are backed up or are showing signs that they are struggling, you will want to consider scheduling drain cleaning with a professional plumber in Havertown, PA. This is a service that will keep the plumbing around your house working the way that it is meant to.

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Steps to Handle a Leak

Monday, June 15th, 2020

No one wants to find a leak in their home but sometimes it is inevitable. Old pipes spring a leak and even new pipes can encounter a problem. The key is that, if you have a leak, you want to get it fixed fast. That can be hard to do if you don’t know you have a leak though!

So how do you know you have a leak before you have a giant puddle in your home? And, if you realize you have a leak, what are the steps you should take to handle it? We can answer both of your questions and help you deal with your leak too.

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Why Do I Need a Professional Plumber?

Monday, June 1st, 2020

All too often we are called out to homes in the area where someone has already attempted to provide a repair to their plumbing system themselves or allowed an amateur to take a crack at it, with the end result being the fix causes just as many problems. While trying a DIY fix or letting an inexperienced individual try their hand at repairing a leaking sink or a clogged drain to save money might seem like a good idea, it will never measure up to having the assistance of a professional plumber in Malvern, PA.

A professional plumber is going to bring a lot to the table that creates a noticeable difference in the quality of the work being done. Not sure what sets professional plumbers apart? We are happy to provide some information on that and give you easy access to the pros on our team for your next service.

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You Know You Need Sump Pump Repairs When….

Monday, May 4th, 2020

Maybe you were battling the floodwaters already this spring and putting your sump pump to the test. Or perhaps your sump pump was put through the wringer several months back when we were doused in rain. Whatever your situation, if your home is still clean and dry it may be due to the hard work of a sump pump.

All that hard work is going to add up though. Even if you are scheduling your annual maintenance check for your sump pump, there is a chance that this vital system might have developed a problem. If that is the case, you will want to reach out to a plumber in Havertown, PA for repairs sooner than later–much like a heatwave, flooding can happen without much warning and you don’t want to be without one of your main lines of defense.

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