Alpha Plumbing replaced a sewer for a client in Baltimore. In the pictures you can see the connection to the cast iron exiting the home, the connection to the terracotta city tap connection with the cleanout extended to the surface… Read More
Archive for the ‘Pipe Replacement’ Category
Common Reasons for a Pipe Leak: Part Two
Pipe leaks can be frustrating, inconveniencing, and concerning. Pipe leaks are often signs indicating a larger plumbing issue that can cause extensive and costly damage to your home if left untreated. Listed below are four common reasons why your pipes… Read More
Common Reasons for a Pipe Leak: Part One
Plumbing leaks can be frustrating, inconveniencing, concerning, and very serious. When your pipes start leaking, there can be a number of reasons why. Pipe leaks can indicate larger plumbing issues that can be costly and cause significant water damage if… Read More
Water Service Replacement Dundalk
Alpha Plumbing replaced a water service for a customer in Dundalk with HDPE tubing. In the photos you can see the water service connections to the meter pigtail and at the home. You can also see the inside connections where… Read More
Water Service Replacement Baltimore
Alpha Plumbing performed a water service replacement for a customer in Baltimore. We drove a piece of copper pipe out through the wall and then used our pneumatic missile to pull the new water line from our first pit, to… Read More
Water Service Replacement – Baltimore
Alpha Plumbing replaced a water service for a customer in Baltimore. We jackhammered the concrete sidewalk to expose the pigtail on the meter pit. We then hammered a piece of copper pipe through the basement wall underground and into the… Read More
How Long Will My Home’s Plumbing Pipes Last?
Nobody wants to replace the piping in their homes. However, determining how long your pipes will last can be tricky as it depends on when they were installed and what they are made out of. Add to the fact that… Read More
What Causes a Plumbing Pipe to Burst
Everyone has pipes in their plumbing to ensure everything works properly and efficiently. However, any issue with your pipes can cause significant damage and hazardous situations when left untreated. In fact, it is vital to not let your pipes get… Read More
How to Locate Galvanized piping in Your Home
While galvanized piping may not be common in newly built homes, they were a staple of many homes built pre-1960s. The idea was to use a protective coating of zinc to stop your pipes from corrosion and rust, with the… Read More
How to Keep Your Home’s Pipes Cleared this Summer
Nothing ruins the summertime fun more than having to deal with costly home repairs. Of course, a few repairs are inevitable, but in some instances, there are many things you can do at home to prevent problems from popping up in the… Read More