Summer’s in full swing. Many of us are still lugging around the old propane tanks, while others are springing for an outdoor kitchen and barbeque. Some have splurged on a backyard jacuzzi. What that means is that professionally laid water and gas lines are needed. Unfortunately, installing a gas line is not for your average […]
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Some of you who have found your way to this article are looking for answers regarding home warranties. In addition, you may be looking for answers regarding your personal home warranty. Our biggest question is: Are plumbing repairs covered by my home warranty? But, those of you who can take the time, please continue to
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A plumber’s snake, also known as an auger, drain snake, or plumbing snake, is a tool used by plumbers to clear clogs and blockages from drains and pipes. The history of the plumbing snake dates back to the early 20th Century when indoor plumbing became more prevalent in households. Prior to the invention of the
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Water Heater Can Be 24-34% More Energy Efficient Energy Star tankless water heater can save a significant amount of power compared to old-model storage tank heaters. This is because tankless water heaters work by heating water on demand as it passes through a heat exchanger rather than continuously heating and storing a large volume of water in
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No homeowner wants to deal with their drain backing up, especially knowing the problem could be with the sewer main. When your sewer line backs up, every drain in the house will either move slowly or back up. In the worst-case scenario, bathrooms can flood with sewage, and repairs can get costly. Therefore, know the
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At Big B’s Plumbing, it’s more than a business. From top to bottom, we have a passion for plumbing. Have you ever met someone that worked only for a paycheck? It’s someone who got up every morning and worked 40 hours a week just to receive a paycheck. We have, and it’s a miserable place
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What’s the straight scoop on water heaters? We’ve all heard the passage, “The truth will set you free.” Whether we know it or not, we’re all in search of the truth, and that holds true for everything we purchase. Some homeowners want a good warranty. Others might be in pursuit of a new tankless on-demand
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Whether we like it or not, if you’re a homeowner, you’ll need to hire a plumber at some point. Hiring tradespeople is part of home ownership, especially if you live in an older home. Don’t just roll the dice when you need to hire a plumber or any tradesperson. Whether in person or over the
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We all want to save money and make good investments. First, the best investment we can make is purchasing a home. Some of us may have a little in the stock market, 401k, along with a small amount here and there. If it goes up, we get excited. If it goes down, we start to
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An Old House Can Reveal Its Plumbing Shortcomings The excitement of an old home can fade once the old house reveals its shortcomings. But, as they say, “beauty is only skin deep,” which can also apply to old houses. While some underlying problems can be relatively minor, others are a bomb waiting to explode. So,
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What constitutes a plumbing nightmare? A plumbing nightmare means something different for everyone. For some, it might be a water heater that needs replacing. For others, it could be a broken pipe that causes flood damage. Whatever the case, it’s usually an unplanned plumbing emergency that dips into our budget. It also means taking time off work
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