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Gas Line Leak Repair

Your natural gas lines may not be the most accessible mechanical fixture in the house, however they are there. Buried away under the home or even, maybe, in the wall space, gas lines provide that important flow essential for helping to cook and keep a home heated.

Perhaps the gas is utilized to turn on and heat your cook-top. No matter what the reasons why you rely on natural gas, you need to be able to safely control the flow of the natural gas. Continue reading “Just How Do I Know when I Have A Gas Line Leak?”

What the new water heater changes in 2015 mean for you.

It really is safe to state very few customers know about the new water heater changes that each manufactures have to follow beginning April, 2015. These new water heater changes are going to shake up the water heater market as we know it. I will provide you with a brief overview of the brand-new water heater changes and how you, as a property owner, might be effected.

To make it easier to understand I will break this out into categories we use a lot in Elyria and its surrounding areas: Continue reading “Water Heater Changes 2015”

It’s usually an unwanted and unpleasant experience whenever you have a clogged drain. There are a number of items available meant to treat stopped up drain pipes, however it would be ideal to avoid clogged drains entirely. Very few people think ahead to prevent clogged drains; yet there are many ways you could keep water moving through the piping efficiently.  Continue reading “Preventing Clogged Drains in Westlake”

Choosing a gas water heater is perhaps the best choice when installing or replacing a hot water heater in your home because they are much more economical than electric water heaters. In fact, most gas water heaters operate more efficiently than electric water heaters. Considering that hot water heaters are the second largest user of energy in the home, finding a more economical solution is very wise decision. Continue reading “Choosing A Gas Water Heater”

There’s nothing more frustrating than a leaky faucet. You tighten the faucet as much as it can go and it still drips. Not only is it annoying, but the water leaking out of your faucet can be expensive as a single dripping faucet can leak gallons of water per day costing you money. A dripping faucet can keep you up at night with that constant dripping noise.

When you think about it your faucets are some of the most used fixtures in your home, it’s only natural the parts would start to wear out over time, particularly the more fragile parts like the washers and O-rings. Continue reading “Faucet Repair in Bay Village”

Why Plumbing Should Be Left To The Pros

Performing your own plumbing repairs might sound like a great idea. You can do it yourself and save money. How hard can it be? While performing small projects can be simple and obvious, most are not. Here’s a few things you should consider. Continue reading “Why Plumbing Should Be Left To The Pros”

So I am taking a break from my normal posting schedule because something very important to me is becoming more and more an issue and that is the safety of the consumer. To be more specific I will be focusing this article on mobile home gas water heater safety.

Every week I perform work in 3-5 mobile homes. Almost every water heater I look at is illegally installed. Usually what I hear is “a friend was helping me out and put it in” or “a family member put it in”. Continue reading “Illegal Water Heater Installations in Elyria, OH”

Leaky Toilet In Bay Village, OH

One of the most commonly used plumbing fixtures in your home is the toilet. Because of that, when it gets clogged or begins to leak, it’s a huge inconvenience for everyone.

Leaks can be an incredible inconvenience no matter where they are coming from, but toilet leaks are especially frustrating. Unattended leaky toilets can cause extensive damage. Continue reading “Leaky Toilet In Bay Village, OH”

Gas Line Leak Repair In North Olmsted, OH

Your gas line provides your home with natural gas.  These gas lines play a major part in your everyday lives. Unfortunately, sometimes the importance of your gas lines are overlooked.  It isn’t until they require maintenance that you pay attention to them.

Your gas lines allow you to cook food, and to heat your homes on a daily basis.  To maintain your home’s comfort, it’s important that your gas line is maintained. Continue reading “Gas Line Leak Repair In North Olmsted, OH”