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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Melbourne summers are no joke. With temperatures regularly climbing into the 90s and humidity often feeling like 100%, your plumbing system takes a beating right alongside you. High heat causes pipes to expand, while relentless moisture leads to condensation, corrosion, mold, and clogs. Add in heavier AC use, more showers, pool filling, and the occasional afternoon thunderstorm, and it’s easy for small issues to turn into expensive emergencies. We've created this quick guide to help home and business owners in the Melbourne, Florida area to survive the brutally hot and humid summer. Why Melbourne’s Summer Climate Hits Plumbing Hard ...
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Nothing ruins your day faster than a slow or completely clogged drain. Whether it’s your kitchen sink, bathroom shower, or bathtub, clogs are incredibly common in Melbourne, FL homes due to hard water, beach sand, sunscreen, hair, grease, and Florida’s high humidity. Most people will instantly grab harsh chemical cleaners or de-cloggers, but these can be very damaging to your plumbing. Older PVC or metallic pipes are especially susceptible to damage from strong cleaners. As we have discussed in previous blogs, there are more natural ways to approach a clog before going for the super heavy-duty cleaners. For example, you ...
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Melbourne's hard water is a sneaky culprit that's quietly wreaking havoc on plumbing systems across homes in Brevard County. If you've noticed white, chalky buildup on your faucets, reduced water pressure, or skyrocketing utility bills from inefficient appliances, hard water could be the hidden destroyer behind your pipes. Hard water isn't called that on accident. The amount of minerals and other matter within the water gives it a "rough" feeling on the skin. Florida is notorious for having hard water. In Melbourne, FL, our municipal water supply draws from local sources like groundwater and surface water, resulting in ...
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It may not seem like it now, with this unusual cold spell we are having, but Florida is an attractive place to live because of the warm climate. For 10.5 months of the year, the weather is pretty great, and the only complaints are about the heat in the dog days of summer. But everywhere is hot during those months. Living is a pseudo paradise has some downsides though. One of those downsides is corrosion of outdoor plumbing. High water tables and an abundance of rain serve to erode metallic pipes and sewer lines which are exposed to the elements. ...
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Owning a home can be a great thing. Having your own property is a great feeling and is usually a great investment too. But owning a home comes with its own set of drawbacks too. When something breaks you cannot simply jump on the phone with your landlord. You have to fix it yourself or pay a professional to do so. A major cause for home repairs is faulty or failing plumbing. In fact, this is the #1 category as far as home repairs are concerned. We've created this blog in order to share the most common plumbing issues for ...
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As a plumber serving Melbourne, FL, and the surrounding Brevard County area, I see sediment buildup in water heaters more often than you'd think. Our local water comes primarily from the Floridan Aquifer and Lake Washington, and it's classified as hard to very hard due to high levels of calcium, magnesium, and other minerals. These minerals settle at the bottom of your tank-style water heater over time, forming a layer of sediment that can cause big problems if ignored. Sediment in your water heater can cause all kinds of issues. Mainly, they heater becomes less efficient and costs more to ...
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In any field that has been around for a while, there will be all kinds of myths and wives' tales which accompany it. This hold especially true for the field of plumbing, which is thousands of years old. Modern plumbing usually involves conversation about anything happening in the home. This means pipes and fixtures within your residence which exist to make your life more convenient and sanitary. Let's take a look at some myths associated with plumbing and debunk them together... shall we? Flushable Wipes are Totally Safe to Flush They may advertise them as "flushable", but these materials simply ...
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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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Modern plumbing makes the world a better place. It brings in fresh potable water and removes dirty and dangerous wastewater. It's one of the conveniences we take for granted. Whenever something goes wrong with our plumbing, it becomes apparent right away and you suddenly realize just how important it is. Before modern plumbing, humans were forced to live right on (or right near) water sources such as lakes, rivers, springs and streams. Modern plumbing allowed small villages to become towns and cities. Sometimes water is carried many miles from its source before it is used. You may ask yourself "what ...
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