Many homeowners have never seen or heard of a backflow device. This is because these devices are usually only found in commercial buildings, multi-family homes or single homes with irrigation systems. Often situated in part of your building’s water pipes, backflow devices are essential in preventing the contamination of drinking water. They do so by only allowing the water to flow in one direction. If there’s an issue with your backflow device, the water in your building may come out brown or yellow. Since discolored water is often a sign of contamination, it’s important to have your backflow device repaired... View Article
Clogged drains occur in every home at one time or another—they’re just part of life. While you may be able to address some clogs yourself with at-home drain cleaning in Coweta County, GA, the job is often best left to the professionals. Continue reading to learn why you should consider calling a plumber the next time your drains get clogged. Home remedies don’t always work Pouring hot water and dish soap down the drain or trying to remove a clog with a coat hanger might work in some situations, but that’s not always the case. Many clogs are tougher than... View Article
The average American homeowner spends just over $1,400 on their energy bills each year, and a good portion of that money doesn’t even go towards lighting or electronic devices. Believe it or not, the average homeowner spends about $600 each year on their water heater. Traditional water heaters use a ton of energy each month because they’re constantly running to keep the water in the tank hot and ready for use in showering, washing clothes and doing the dishes. This energy usage is known as standby energy loss, and the only way to eliminate it (and save yourself a small... View Article
Summer is right around the corner, which means days spent lounging by a pool and general fun in the sun. While you may be looking forward to planning a summer vacation, you also can’t neglect your plumbing system at this time of year. Continue reading to learn a few plumbing tips in Coweta County, GA that will prevent problems and even save you some money. Look for leaks Brisk winter weather can wreak havoc on your plumbing system, which may result in leaks during the spring or summer. We recommend walking around the house and checking things like faucets, pipes,... View Article
Hiring a plumber to clean your drains is one of the best ways to prevent clogged drains in Coweta County, GA and avoid a wide range of other plumbing issues. However, most of our customers don’t know how often they need to schedule this service. We recommend calling a plumber at least once a year to clean your drains, but that timetable may change based on a few different factors. Continue reading to learn a few signs that it’s time to hire a drain cleaning team: Slow drainage: Massive clogs don’t just spring up out of the blue. Instead, they... View Article
