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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There is an entire market built around do-it-yourself home repair. Lowe's Home Depot, and Ace Hardware all offer basically anything and everything you need to repair or replace a malfunctioning or broken fixture in your home. While some jobs may be quick and easy, others tend to me much more complex. DIY jobs can be very fulfilling. You identify the problem, purchase the repair kit or replacement parts, and install it yourself. Everything is back to normal, and you have a sense of accomplishment as an added bonus. But it almost never goes this smoothly. You can make mistakes at ...
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Clogs make up a large portion of calls plumbers receive. People will try various little tricks to try and get the liquid flowing in their drain or toilet and when that doesn't work, they call in the professionals. Many clogs are simply due to people flushing things down the toilet or drain that don't belong there. Because they have always done so or because they grew up watching a family member do it, they assume it's fine for the plumbing system. Nothing could be further from the truth. One substance which a large percentage of people think is ok to ...
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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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The word "sump" refers to a pit or low-lying area, typically in a basement or crawlspace, where water collects due to gravity. The term originates from Middle English "sump," meaning a marsh or low ground, and is related to Old English and Old Norse words for swamp or bog. Up north, sump pump can be found mostly in basements but most houses in Florida don't have basements. Still, we have crawl spaces, and our living spaces are just inches off the ground. Florida is a very rainy state. In fact, it is #5 of 50 for receiving the most rainfall ...
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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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