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Common Sewer Backups and Quick Fixes

One of the most exasperating plumbing issues for homeowners is a backed-up sewer drain. A backed-up sewer doesn’t have to be an emergency, though. Once you learn a few of the common causes of sewer backups you can help keep them from happening with preventative...

Water Systems

Biggest Factors Affecting Water Quality

Water is one of our most precious resources. Not only does it provide us with life-sustaining hydration, but water also can have a profound impact on the quality of our lives. Water Quality Factors The biggest factors that affect the quality of our water are: Usage...

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Water Heater Basics

Water Heater Types Water heaters are powered by gas or electricity. There are three types of water heaters: Standard Tank – Standard tanks or traditional water heaters are the most common and use a large, heated storage tank of water to provide your water supply...

Plumbing

Christmas Gift Ideas for the Plumbing Enthusiast

Gift Ideas Christmas is a time for giving. If you have a plumber or plumbing enthusiast on your list, and you are at a loss as to what to buy, here are a few gift ideas: Gifts for Under $30 Plumber T-Shirt – The plumber shirt is made from soft, thick cotton...

Plumbing

Steer Clear of Holiday Plumbing Disasters

Your plumber values the integrity of the plumbing systems in your home and is aware that it is an afterthought for most, especially during the holidays. However, we urge you to read about these common holiday plumbing disasters, so you know what to look for and how...

Plumbing

Have You Ever Wondered About Your Plumbing?

No matter where you live in Southern California, from Downtown LA to Anaheim, from the Inland Empire to San Diego, SoCal Plumbers has licensed and insured plumbing technicians standing by, ready to help. Our service area includes multiple cities in the following...

Plumbing

Most Frequently Asked Plumbing Questions

Need a quick answer to a headache with your plumbing? The top five most frequently asked plumbing questions are: Why Does My Toilet Keep Running? This is the most frequently asked plumbing question. In most cases, it is caused by the flapper not closing to create a...

Plumbing

Tips on How to Thaw Frozen Pipes

What Causes Frozen Pipes? If you turn on the bathroom or kitchen faucet and see only a few drops or a trickle of water, this could indicate that the water inside the pipe has frozen. During a significant drop in temperature, water may freeze inside plastic pipes,...

Plumbing

The Ten Most Common Plumbing Emergencies

Clogged Sinks -A minor clog will lead to a slow draining sink, but a serious clog will result in the sink being unable to drain any water at all. Clogged sinks are an urgent plumbing problem because they severely impact your daily activities, from cooking and...

Plumbing

Common Sewer Backups and Quick Fixes

One of the most exasperating plumbing issues for homeowners is a backed-up sewer drain. A backed-up sewer doesn’t have to be an emergency, though. Once you learn a few of the common causes of sewer backups you can help keep them from happening with preventative...

Water Systems

Biggest Factors Affecting Water Quality

Water is one of our most precious resources. Not only does it provide us with life-sustaining hydration, but water also can have a profound impact on the quality of our lives. Water Quality Factors The biggest factors that affect the quality of our water are: Usage...

Plumbing

Water Heater Basics

Water Heater Types Water heaters are powered by gas or electricity. There are three types of water heaters: Standard Tank – Standard tanks or traditional water heaters are the most common and use a large, heated storage tank of water to provide your water supply...

Plumbing

Christmas Gift Ideas for the Plumbing Enthusiast

Gift Ideas Christmas is a time for giving. If you have a plumber or plumbing enthusiast on your list, and you are at a loss as to what to buy, here are a few gift ideas: Gifts for Under $30 Plumber T-Shirt – The plumber shirt is made from soft, thick cotton...

Plumbing

Steer Clear of Holiday Plumbing Disasters

Your plumber values the integrity of the plumbing systems in your home and is aware that it is an afterthought for most, especially during the holidays. However, we urge you to read about these common holiday plumbing disasters, so you know what to look for and how...

Plumbing

Have You Ever Wondered About Your Plumbing?

No matter where you live in Southern California, from Downtown LA to Anaheim, from the Inland Empire to San Diego, SoCal Plumbers has licensed and insured plumbing technicians standing by, ready to help. Our service area includes multiple cities in the following...

Plumbing

Most Frequently Asked Plumbing Questions

Need a quick answer to a headache with your plumbing? The top five most frequently asked plumbing questions are: Why Does My Toilet Keep Running? This is the most frequently asked plumbing question. In most cases, it is caused by the flapper not closing to create a...

Plumbing

Tips on How to Thaw Frozen Pipes

What Causes Frozen Pipes? If you turn on the bathroom or kitchen faucet and see only a few drops or a trickle of water, this could indicate that the water inside the pipe has frozen. During a significant drop in temperature, water may freeze inside plastic pipes,...

Plumbing

The Ten Most Common Plumbing Emergencies

Clogged Sinks -A minor clog will lead to a slow draining sink, but a serious clog will result in the sink being unable to drain any water at all. Clogged sinks are an urgent plumbing problem because they severely impact your daily activities, from cooking and...

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