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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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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Living in Melbourne, Florida, or anywhere in Brevard County means dealing with some unique challenges when it comes to your home's plumbing. Our hard water situation is notorious. Hard water, as you may know, is water that is loaded with minerals which give it a more abrasive quality than soft water (water with little to no impurities). Minerals like calcium and magnesium hitch a ride in the water pumped into your home and most of it just ends up in a drain. But a tiny amount of it lingers on pipe and fixture surfaces. One appliance which gets its fair ...
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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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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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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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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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The plumbing industry is one which has been here for thousands of years and will exist for as long as humans are on this planet. It is an industry that pays well. Mainly, the reason why plumbers are compensated well is because of the level of expertise needed to accomplish our work. Before attempting to become a plumber, it is suggested that all applicants have a high school diploma or at least a GED. Concentrating on math and science in these formative years is a good idea. Coming out of high school, attending a trade school can help give you ...
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West Melbourne, FL 32912
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