stefan, Author at One Stop Plumbing

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Let’s Talk about Why Flushable Wipes are not Flushable

Flushable wipes are not flushable, no matter what they say in the advertisements! We know, that’s pretty devastating to hear. After all, wipes are great for changing babies on the go or cleaning up small messes. They are easy and convenient. But unfortunately, not even “flushable” wipes should go anywhere near the toilet. “Why not?” you might be wondering.

Frozen pipe showing result of not using winter plumbing tips

Top 12 Winter Plumbing Tips

With these winter plumbing tips, your house will be ready for cold weather. Like you, your house needs to be wrapped up and kept warm this winter. The only difference is your house needs a little more than a fluffy blanket and a hot beverage to do the trick. With colder days here, we’ve put together tips to keep your plumbing working throughout the winter.

Plumber with a Santa's hat and broken pipe in a holiday decorated bathroom

The Top 10 Holiday Plumbing Disasters and how to Prevent Them

Holiday plumbing disasters tend to strike at the worst times. And with a house full of family and friends for the holidays, you need your plumbing to work. It’s not surprising that your kitchen and bathroom will see the most wear and tear during the holidays. But while you’re hosting guests and cooking up a storm, you won’t want to worry about water leaks or cold showers. To avoid these problems, we’ve put together a handy list of the 10 most common Holiday Plumbing Disasters and how to avoid them.

Fall Plumbing Tips

As the leaves begin to change, now is the best time for Fall Plumbing Tips. We all want to enjoy the changing season. It brings cooler temperatures, football, and pumpkin-flavored everything. What we don’t want is to face plumbing disasters when winter comes. Water and cold temperatures can lead to freezing plumbing pipes and fixtures. With the friends and family coming for the holiday, you could be in for a nasty mess. But you can avoid this by doing your Fall plumbing maintenance. Winter will be here before you know it! Here are the Fall Plumbing Tips to do now.

What can cause Leaky Plumbing Pipes?

Leaky plumbing pipes are a fact of life. Why does it happen? And what can you do about it? After all, a leaky pipe can waste valuable water and money. Many things can cause your pipes to leak, from stubborn clogs to tree roots. While leaky pipes are far from unusual, there are steps you can take to prevent them. In our blog, we discuss some common causes of leaky plumbing pipes, and some tips to help you avoid them:

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12 of the Best Summer Plumbing Tips

Are you looking for some summer plumbing tips? We've put together a list of the 12 Best Summer Plumbing Tips that will help keep things flowing out of the faucet and down the drain! As our community starts opening up again, we’re all spending more time outside. Plus, our kids are out of school now, and that means more kids in the house. More dishes in the sink. Even more showers that need hot water. More things going down the garbage disposal — you get the picture.

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Some Plumbing Clogs need more Power. They need Hydro Jetting!

Hydro Jetting brings the power! Have you ever had a clog that just won’t budge? Your toilet might refuse to flush, or your shower keeps clogging leaving you ankle deep in water. First, you try traditional plunging. You might even try a chemical solution. Although, we hope you don’t do that! When that clog will just not clear, you call a plumber. As a plumber, the first thing that we do is snake the pipe and into the sewer line to clear the clog. If it just won’t budge, Hydro Jetting is the solution!

A plumber checking the Sacrificial Anode Rod during water heater maintenance

Water Heater Maintenance Checklist – How to Extend the Life of Your Water Heater

Water Heater maintenance can extend the life of your water heater, and we all want hot water! It is also something we take for granted. We turn the faucet towards hot, and we expect the hot water to flow! But, just like other appliances, your water heater needs to be maintained properly, so you don’t end up with a cold shower!

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Have you found yourself searching online for “a Plumber Near Me,” but you don’t know who to trust?

These days, the easiest way to find a plumber is to search online for “a plumber near me.” The challenge, though, who to trust? Say you have a clogged toilet or a burst pipe on your hands — you realize you need a plumber but have no idea where to turn. Choosing a plumber is a critical decision. It’s important to hire a plumber with the right experience and qualifications for the job. If you don’t, you might end up with even more expensive plumbing crises and repairs in the future. But what should you look for when hiring a plumber?

Ice formed on a pipe on the Winterize your Home blog

9 Ways to Keep Your Pipes from Freezing this Winter

When the temperatures drop, it's important to know how to prevent your pipes from freezing, cracking, and bursting. It's cold enough outside! You don't need burst pipes flooding your home. And, this list is not just for times you may be going out of town. To prevent a disaster, we've put together the 9 Ways to Keep Your Pipes from Freezing this Winter.

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