What would your energy-efficient home look like? Let’s dream a little bit, and imagine what the perfect home would look like from a plumbing standpoint. Let’s stay reasonable, but we’ll focus on energy efficiency other than cost. With that said, we’ll make some comparisons. For example, we will compare high-quality storage tank water heaters with …
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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 …
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 …
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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Old homes are prized by young and old alike. The fancy crown moldings, fireplaces, and plaster walls give it that nostalgic look, and they were built to stand the test of time. So, an old house is an attractive option for a young family ready to buy their first home. The young family can’t wait …
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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 …
Some homeowners want a tankless water heater but cannot find it in the budget. However, a hot water recirculating pump is the next best thing. While it will not save space, nor will it last 20 years, as a tankless heater. Although, you will have hot water on demand which is the tankless water heater’s …
The most commonly asked of the top plumbing questions is, “Can you give me an estimate over the phone?” As a practice, we do not give estimates over the phone. Though for some minor jobs, such as drain cleaning, you can get an estimate from one of our customer service specialists over the phone. However, …
