If you are reading this, then you might have heard about galvanized pipes. So what exactly are galvanized pipes? Galvanized pipes are long, steel pipes that have been dipped in a layer of protective zinc coating to help prevent rust… Read More
Archive for the ‘Pipe Replacement’ Category
3 Tips for Detecting that Pesky Pipe Leak
Water damage can be very bad for your house. Do not wait for a plumbing leak to creep up on you. Stop water damage from occurring in your home by being proactive. Leak detection is one of the best ways… Read More
How to Remove Your Home’s Polybutylene Pipes
Nobody wants to come home to find water pouring out of their ceiling or coming out of the base of their wall. Unfortunately, if you have a pipe that breaks, this could very quickly happen. Some pipes are much more… Read More
Water Service Repair – Crofton
Alpha Plumbing replaced a water service for a homeowner in Crofton yesterday. With the help of trenchless missile technology, we installed the line by making only a few small excavations, rather than trenching through the entire yard. In our photos… Read More
Reasons Why You Have a Pipe Leak inside Your Home
Is your home’s water bill escalating without a corresponding increase in consumption? If so, you might have a pipe leak in your home. The average United States household uses close to 100 gallons of water per person. However, a plumbing… Read More
Pipe Repair Tips to Help Thaw Frozen Pipes
Few cold-weather mishaps are more irritating than frozen pipes, but what exactly causes them? During the drop in temperature, water might freeze inside plastic pipes, which cause it to expand out and pressurize. Not only can these frozen pipes prevent… Read More
Galvanized Drain Replacement – Baltimore
Alpha Plumbing replaced a galvanized kitchen drain for a homeowner in Baltimore. Check out all the nasty pipe rot! You can see why snaking was ineffective and replacement was necessary. To learn more, see: Residential Plumbing Services
Why It’s Smart to Remove Your Polybutylene Pipes
Nobody ever wants to come home to find water pouring out from their ceiling or coming down the side of a wall. Unfortunately, if you’ve got a pipe to break, this might occur. Some pipes are much more prone to… Read More
5 Handy Tips for Pipe Leak Detection
Water damage can be terrible for your home. Leak detection is the best way to stop any leaks in their tracks and save your home’s structural integrity. Because we know that finding leaks before they become an issue isn’t always the most… Read More
Drain and Sewer Repair – Catonsville
Alpha Plumbing installed new drains and a new section of sewer for a homeowner in Catonsville. We replaced all the basement below-slab drains, moving them up above the floor. Pictured is the new 4″ sewer exiting the front wall above… Read More