Living in the sub-tropical climate of Melbourne, Florida has its benefits. In fact, most anywhere you go in Florida you are less than an hour from the beach and weather rarely ever gets below freezing. It's why most of us love living here. Plumbing connects water to faucets in your sinks as well as your shower or bathtub spigot. It also connects to outdoor fixtures which allow us to water our lawn or wash the sides of the home or even our car. Plumbing is equally as useful in its waste-removal capacity. By allowing wastewater to flow easily away from ...
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As a local plumber serving Melbourne, Indialantic, Satellite Beach, and surrounding Brevard County areas, we see these issues spike every summer. Just living in Florida has many benefits. But the environment presents its very own plumbing challenges as well. The #1 Summer Culprit: Beach Sand in Your Drains We all know about that beach life. You spend the afternoon at the beach where soak up the sun and enjoy the water. You dust off your stuff the best you can when you leave but inevitably track in a bunch of sand into your home. It's not just beach sand either. ...
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The beach. Ahhh.. the beach. One of the benefits of living here on the Space Coast is our access to the local beaches. It's great spending an afternoon there to relax, unwind and get some of that nourishing vitamin D. But we all know how pesky that beach sand can be when we get home. You rinse off in the shower, and all that sand goes into your drain. And it does cause problems with plumbing. When we clear a clog there will often be sand in there. It has a habit of not being easily washed away and can ...
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Our toilets are something we take for granted. This device is responsible for conveniently and safely removing bodily wastes from the home on a daily basis. Yet, when it comes into disrepair, we are sometime reticent to address the issue. By the time plumbers in Melbourne, Florida get called, the issue is much worse than it had to be. If only the issue were addressed sooner, a catastrophe could have been avoided. Here is a short list of symptoms and signs to look out for that your toilet needs urgent attention. Wabbly Toilet This is something a lot of people ...
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Average U.S. household water bills hit $70 monthly in 2025. As the price of having potable water delivered into your home or business increases it becomes very apparent that every drop counts. The good news? Simple plumbing upgrades can slash your water usage by up to 30% without sacrificing comfort. Here is a short list of some upgrades you can have done (or do yourself) to improve efficiency and save money on your water bill. Install Low-Flow Showerheads and Faucets Showers and faucets account for the majority of your water use. In fact, that number is almost 70%. Low ...
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When it comes to major plumbing fixes it is usually a good idea to call your plumber. Plumbing isn't something which can be learned overnight by watching a YouTube video. It requires a clear understanding of how pipes use gravity to move liquids and how pipes fit together properly to ensure this happens correctly. There are some simple additions you can utilize to make your bathroom better though. What about a bidet add-on which you can install yourself? These are all the rage right now and require 15 minutes to install. People who have these bidets swear by them. A ...
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Sick of the drip drip drip sound coming from your sink? It's more than just annoying. it can be costly over time. A leaky faucet over many months' time can cause a spike in your water bill. Luckily, a leaky faucet can usually be fixed within a few short steps. In this guide, we’ll walk you through five simple steps to stop that drip for good. Let’s roll up our sleeves and get to work! Tools You’ll Need Adjustable wrench Screwdriver (Phillips or flathead, depending on your faucet) Replacement washers, O-rings, or cartridge (specific to your faucet type) Cleaning cloth ...
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One day you wake up, use the bathroom and realize there is water seeping from the bottom of your toilet. You may then think to yourself "this is going to be an expensive fix.". But I have good news for you. It most likely won't be expensive at all. When it comes to water seeping out from the bottom of your toilet, near the base, it really comes down to a few things it could be. Water Coming from Elsewhere There is a chance that the water pipe connecting to your toilet is leaking and the water is just pooling ...
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Nobody wants to have to call a professional to their home to work on a problem. You already know it is going to be an expense before you even make the call. But that is the reality of dealing with complex systems, such as plumbing and electrical. You can do a great deal more damage trying to work on these things yourself vs. hiring a professional. Knowing when to call a professional plumber in Melbourne is important. You can save yourself untold amounts of money by having it done right the first time by a licensed pro. Here are some ...
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Many of us are from the old school where our toilets were pretty simple. There is a lever you push down, and all the toilet's contents are safely removed from your bathroom. But the 2020's are seeing an uptick in toilet complexity. For one thing, we have noticed more people ordering and installing bidets. These are the seated platforms that project water upward to help users get extra clean. Although they have been around for a long time, demand in the United States is just now taking off. The other major trend we have seen in regard to types of ...
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