Alpha Plumbing replaced a water service for a customer in Baltimore. We removed the concrete sidewalk and excavated in the yard to install a new 3/4” HDPE line. We will used a trenchless missile to shoot the new line from… Read More
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Grease Trap Installation – Pasadena
Alpha Plumbing replaced a grease trap for a business in Pasadena. We installed baffles on the inlet and outlet sides of the tank, connecting to the existing drain and sewer. We also installed cleanouts with a 24” manhole to facilitate… Read More
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How to Tell It Is Time For a Water Line Replacement
A residential water line is usually neglected, but it is a crucial component of a home’s plumbing system. As the pipe that carries water into your home, the main water line undergoes consistent use. If any issues occur in the… Read More
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Fire Hydrant Replacement – Annapolis
Alpha Plumbing replaced a fire hydrant for a condominium complex in Annapolis. We excavated with our backhoe and then installed the new hydrant with a gravel bed for weep-hole drainage. Upon completion of the job, Alpha Plumbing backfilled the excavation… Read More
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Sewer Line Replacement – Baltimore
Alpha Plumbing replaced a sewer service for a customer in Baltimore. The new sewer is 4” schedule 40 PVC pipe with cleanouts at both connection points. Here you can see the trench, tap connection, and finished job. To learn more,… Read More
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3 Signs That Indicate You Need a Sewer Line Repair
It is normal to have the occasional clogged pipe or sluggish draining water line. Most homeowners have a hard time identifying when a minor issue can easily be fixed without professional help, and when there is a clear sign that a major… Read More
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How to Deal with Outdated Polybutylene Pipes
If you are a homeowner and have polybutylene pipes, you have to know everything about them. Polybutylene pipes are inexpensive, flexible pipes that were installed in millions of homes from 1978 to 1995. Although this was the go-to pipe choice… Read More
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Water Service Replacement – Baltimore County
Alpha Plumbing replaced a water service for a customer in Baltimore County. We used a trenchless missile to shoot the new line under the sidewalk. In our pictures here you can see the inside and outside connections, the pipe exiting… Read More
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When Should You Call a Professional Plumber?
This isn’t supposed to be a trick question, but it probably feels like one for many homeowners. It can be very simple for us to tell you to call a professional plumber whenever you run into issues, but how does… Read More
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Avoid These Common Septic System Mistakes
“Out of sight and out of mind” surely doesn’t apply to your home’s septic system. Just because you cannot see it doesn’t mean you can entirely forget about it. Without the right maintenance, your septic system could have a breakdown… Read More