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
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Water Service Replacement – Baltimore County
Alpha Plumbing replaced a water service in Baltimore County this week. In the first two pictures you can see the connections to the meter and the home. In the third picture you can see the shut off valve, PRV, and… Read More
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Commercial Sewer Service Replacement – Baltimore
Alpha Plumbing replaced a sewer service for a commercial client in Baltimore. The new sewer is 4” schedule 40 PVC pipe with new cleanouts at both connection points. Upon completion of the job, Alpha Plumbing backfilled the excavation and rough… Read More
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Essential Plumbing Tools That Everyone Should Own
Every house is equipped with a bunch of plumbing pipes. Even though you might not be a professional plumber, you will inevitably deal with a plumbing problem at some point or another. Whether it is a clogged toilet is a… Read More
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4 Ways to Improve Your Well Pump System
If you are a well pump owner, you know that it can be challenging to keep your well pump running efficiently. Saving freshwater during the summer is a top priority, but saving energy makes a significant impact on your wallet. If you… Read More
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Polybutylene Repipe – Howard County
Replacing the polybutylene piping in your home can seem like a daunting task, but Alpha Plumbing aims to make the process as smooth as possible. We protect the floor with drop cloths, haul all debris from the site, and typically… Read More
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Sewer Service Repair – Glen Burnie
Alpha Plumbing replaced a sewer service for a homeowner in Glen Burnie. First we used video inspecting and locating equipment to locate the sewer’s depth and path. We then made the replacement from the cast iron pipe exiting the home… Read More
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Water Service Repair – Dundalk
Alpha Plumbing replaced a water service for a homeowner in Dundalk this week. We used both trenching and trenchless missile technology to install the new line. In our pictures you can see the pigtail connection, the tracer wire going into… Read More
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Reasons to Consider a Sump Pump Installation
We’re now in the thick of summer, which means thunderstorm season is here too, bringing with it the possibility of flooding all across the state in one fell swoop. Of course, it is all the more reason to call out… Read More
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Electric Water Heater Replacement – Crofton
Alpha Plumbing replaced an electric water heater for a homeowner in Crofton. We also added a new thermal expansion tank as required per code and a new pan. Upon completion of the job, Alpha Plumbing hauled the old heater from… Read More