Since the 1970s, millions of homes across the country were made with polybutylene piping, which was one of the many new building materials that were cheaper, lighter, and easier to produce than traditional metals. However, as these pipe systems started… Read More
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The Top Reasons to Remove Polybutylene Pipes
There’s a certain sinking feeling that comes along with realizing that a pipe has burst and your home is flooding. There are, thankfully, a whole host of ways to prevent this from happening to you. It can be simple tips… Read More
Tips for Replacing Polybutylene Pipes
How old are the pipes in your home? Depending on the age of your home, they might have not been replaced until recently. This can be a problem if your home contains polybutylene pipes. From the 1970s until the 1990s,… Read More
The Dangers of Galvanized Steel Pipes
Before the invention of today’s common plumbing pipes, one of the most common materials for piping was galvanized steel. While this material was once thought to be revolutionary, we have since found that it is ineffective and dangerous. Today, most… Read More
Replacing Old Galvanized Steel Pipes
Originally invented as an alternative to lead piping, galvanized steel piping became famous for home plumbing in the 60’s. After decades this once effective piping solution has been found faulty, steel pipes will corrode and rust on the inside causing… Read More
3 Places A Plumbing Clog Can Occur and How to Find Them
Plumbing clogs are annoying. But you never know what could cause them, and sometimes, you might not be able to find them. Still, that doesn’t mean all hope is lost. Here are some places around your home you should investigate… Read More
4 Signs you May Have a Clogged Pipe
The last thing you want to think about when you get home from work at night is your indoor plumbing, let alone a leaky or clogged pipe. However, understanding some of the causes and warning of clogged pipes could save… Read More
Noisy Pipes? Here’s What Might Be Causing It
Noisy pipes can become a nightmare for a homeowner, especially if they start rattling in the dead of night! If you’re dealing with the problem, know that you don’t have to learn to live with it. Often, noisy pipes have… Read More