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Common Signs Your Plumbing Needs Repairs As a homeowner, it’s essential to stay vigilant about the health of your plumbing system. Many plumbing issues can develop gradually and may not be immediately noticeable until they turn into significant problems. At Azerplumb, we believe that early detection is key to avoiding costly repairs and maintaining a functional… Continue reading Common Signs Your Plumbing Needs Repairs

Tank vs. Tankless Water Heaters: Which is Right for You? When it comes to hot water heating systems, homeowners are often faced with a significant decision: should you choose a traditional tank water heater or invest in a modern tankless water heater? Both options have their advantages and disadvantages, and understanding these differences is crucial… Continue reading Tank vs. Tankless Water Heaters: Which is Right for You?

WHAT IS AN EXPANSION TANK? PLUMBING TIPS PLUMBER WATER HEATER A safety device known as a water heater expansion tank (sometimes called a thermal expansion tank) can help minimize the risk of pressure damage to the plumbing system. … Since water expands when it is heated due to thermal expansion, the water heater creates extra… Continue reading WHAT IS AN EXPANSION TANK? PLUMBING TIPS PLUMBER WATER HEATER

HOW TO USE PLUNGERS FOR SINKS AND TOILETS TWO TYPES OF PLUNGERS The plunger, sometimes called “a plumber’s helper” is one of the greatest and most convenient household plumbing tools. The often underappreciated plunger gets a bad rap but when you need one and are without one, you’ll develop a real appreciation for its attributes.… Continue reading HOW TO USE PLUNGERS FOR SINKS AND TOILETS

HOW TO MAINTAIN A WATER HEATER Your water heater is one of the most important parts of your home. It is the power behind hot showers, fresh laundry and clean dishes, so there would be some big issues if it were ever to break down. The average water heater lifespan is about 11 years, but without… Continue reading HOW TO MAINTAIN A WATER HEATER

WHY DOES MY TOILET KEEP CLOGGING? Having to plunge a toilet all the time can be a real hassle. And plunging is only a temporary fix; it’s important to get to the root cause of the clogs. Here are five common scenarios that could explain why your toilet keeps clogging: 1. Old toilet – If… Continue reading WHY DOES MY TOILET KEEP CLOGGING?

WHY IS FLOOR DRAIN BACKING UP? Floor drain backups can be baffling. When they happen, it can be easy to assume that there’s a problem with the floor drain itself—but that’s not the case at all. In fact, backups in a basement floor drain are usually a symptom of another problem in your plumbing system. So,… Continue reading WHY IS FLOOR DRAIN BACKING UP?

WINTER TIPS FOR PLUMBING Why Frozen Pipes Are a Problem? Water expands as it freezes. This expansion puts extreme pressure on whatever is containing it, including metal or plastic pipes. Pipes that freeze most frequently are those that are exposed to severe cold, like outdoor water faucets, swimming pool supply lines, water sprinkler lines, and… Continue reading WINTER TIPS FOR PLUMBING

WHY COPPER PIPES GET RUSTY? Corrosion Copper Pipes Copper pipes are often used in newer properties. Until some time ago, copper pipes were considered the ultimate among water pipe materials. In the meantime, multilayer composite pipes or the cheaper variation normal plastic pipes have been installed. Compared to the even older iron pipes, copper pipes… Continue reading WHY COPPER PIPES GET RUSTY?

HOW TO REDUCE YOUR MONTHLY WATER BILL Replace your current toilet and shower head with energy saving/low flow models which use less than half the water as older standard models. Replace your toilet flapper each year as they tend to wear down quickly. Repair any leaking faucets and check toilet for leaks. Have outside sprinklers… Continue reading HOW TO REDUCE YOUR MONTHLY WATER BILL