Most homeowners don’t know that the natural gas that comes into our homes is our responsibility. Your gas company is responsible for the gas until it hits the meter. From that point on, it’s up to the homeowner, property manager, or tenant to maintain their natural gas. It also includes all pipes leading to the […]
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“Avoid the plumbing disaster” might be a little strong, but most homeowners have not prepared themselves for a plumbing disaster. Every homeowner should have basic knowledge of their plumbing system. We should be prepared for a plumbing disaster as we would for a blackout or a fire. Benjamin Franklin once said, “By failing to prepare,
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How To Clear A Slow-Moving Bathroom Drain Your drains are slowly draining because your pipe has black slime attached to the drain. The black slime forms when you brush your teeth, comb your hair, shave or wash your hands. Bio-slime is a collection of bacteria brought on by organic matter found in bathroom products and
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We’ve heard the statement, “What we don’t know won’t hurt us.” Well, nothing could be further from the truth, especially when it comes to water leaks. Many homeowners have water leaks in their home or landscaping and don’t even know it. The Environmental Protection Agency estimates that ten percent of the households in the USA have water leaks. Of
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You’re buying a new home, and you want everything to be just right. The plumbing, along with the electrical, is on the top of your list. The home is old, but to you, it’s brand new. You’re not just moving into a house, you’re moving into your home. You don’t want regrets. The last thing
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My garbage disposal finally stopped. Where do I get a replacement? At Big B’s Plumbing, we have you covered for your garbage disposal replacement. Your garbage disposal should be replaced approximately every 10 to 15 years, and we’ve heard some of them lasting even longer. Like all appliances, if you properly care for them, you
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Did you ever get up one morning and notice that the water seemed like it was barely coming out? Not having hot water is the worst, but low water pressure is a short second. While we know it’s not the end of the world, it does tell us how much our quality of life depends
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Now, this may sound a little crazy, but have you ever noticed commercial urinals lately? For those of us that are a little older, we’ve seen significant changes. Some have taken a streamlined design with beveled lids. We even have urinals with a small bug embedded in the porcelain. I guess that’s for us men
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How do you know what is truly the best water heater? For most consumers, if you type in the word “best” into a Google search for any product or service, you’re not going to get what you’re looking for. For example, if you type into Google, “the best water heater,” you’ll get a list of websites
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We want to do it ourselves and save a few bucks, but it’s best to leave it to a professional when replacing your shut-off valves. Now you can look online, and you’ll find many resources telling you how to change or install a shut-off valve. Still, nothing can replace the experience of a knowledgeable plumbing
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There are seven things your plumber wants you to know. It may come as a surprise, but many homeowners don’t have a basic knowledge of their plumbing system or fixtures. When something goes wrong, panic sets in. Every homeowner should have basic knowledge of their plumbing system because having that information will go a long
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