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Understanding Grinder Pumps in Central Texas

Table of contents What is a Grinder Pump and How Does it Work? Why Central Texas Needs Grinder Pumps Signs Your Grinder Pump Needs Attention Maintenance Tips for Grinder Pumps…

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DIY vs. Professional Leak Detection: Pros and Cons of Hiring a Professional vs. Doing it Yourself

Table of contents DIY Leak Detection Professional Leak Detection Factors to Consider When Deciding Between DIY and Professional Leak Detection Best Practices for DIY Leak Detection Selecting Professional Leak Detection…

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Is a Hybrid Water Heater Right for Your Home?

What is a Hybrid Water Heater? Contrary to what the term ‘hybrid’ might suggest, a hybrid water heater, also known as a heat pump water heater, does not combine gas…

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Drain Cleaning Tips & Benefits

Drain clogs are something that every house or business has to handle at some point in the life of the building, especially if the building is commercial. Your plumbing system…

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Water Heater Maintenance Tips and Tricks

San Antonio has Hard Water San Antonio has the joy of having the San Antonio River running directly through town. San Antonio is also unique for its water and natural…

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5 Tips for a Healthy Garbage Disposal and Pipes

1. Keep Toilets Clear of Debris Check on your toilets before family comes over. Your plumbing will take on more than you may think. You can’t predict for everyone, but…

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San Antonio Water Quality

San Antonio is known for the scenic Riverwalk and The Alamo, but did you know they are also unique for their water and natural gas systems? Today, the City of…

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Sewer Maintenance and Repair Tips

Sewer Problem Fixes The best defense against sewer system problems is a good offense. Sewer systems are drains from inside the house. The drainage piping inside the house and the…

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Why You Should Include Plumbing in your Spring Cleaning

It’s that time of the year again! The sun is shining, the birds are chirping and spring is in the air. As we wave goodbye to winter and welcome the…

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What is in My Water?

Chances are, you learned in elementary school that water is made up of hydrogen and oxygen atoms. However, some heavy metals and other debris still show up in our water,…

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Warm Season Plumbing Guide

Warmer weather is a perfect time to tackle some plumbing maintenance around your business or home. The old saying, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure,” holds…

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4 Signs You May Need a Water Softener

Do I need a Water Softener? In short, it depends on the hardness of your water. Water softeners use a combination of salt and resin beads to remove hard water…

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Plumbing Myths Exposed

We know that for many homeowners plumbing can feel like a mystery. The pipes are hidden behind the walls and floors and you rarely think about them unless there is…

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5 Frequently Asked Plumbing Questions

We’ve seen nearly every plumbing issue you can have and strive to give our customers the highest quality plumbing services in the greater Austin, San Antonio, Waco, and Dallas areas.…

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Is it Flushable?

Are Flushable Wipes Really Flushable? It was only a few shy years ago, in 2020, that we experienced a prolonged shortage of toilet paper. It was only natural that people…

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