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How Do You Know if You Should Re-pipe?

2009-06-23T08:34:00.000-07:00

Many people are scared of re-piping for a few reasons. The cost can be a little scary at times, sometimes we don’t think it’s that urgent or we can just do little things to get rid of the problem. The problem is, sometimes we are just wasting money avoiding the inevitable.

Typically, pipes last 25-50 years. It is important that we learn how to maintain them to make them last longer. This doesn’t mean that we need to learn the profession of a plumber, but it would be nice to know general dos and don’ts. Get on the Internet and Google for some tips that could help you.

Get out and buy some pipe cleaners and tools to help you maintain your pipes. Most problems are caused from ignoring your pipes. Check your pipes every couple months for build-ups.

Make your pipes last as long as you can by taking care of them. Don’t let them get past the point of repair. Sometimes if you move into a home this has already happened. In that case look for the following signs: low pressure, if your water comes out a yellow color, if it has a taste that is bitter, if you have plumbing leaks.

If any of the above is happening, you just might need to re-pipe. Some people still ask questions of the necessity of the project, or if there are other ways to save money. It’s important to know that sometimes when we put it off worse things than smells or tastes can be affected and you might actually end up spending a lot more in the long run.

At times homes can be flooded from bursting pipes. These tragedies could have been avoided if one would have changed their pipes. Situations like these can end up costing you a lot more if you had just made the tough decision to re-pipe.

When you re-pipe you will get rid of unwanted smells, the bitter tastes of the water, and the gross yellow color. In addition to that, you will add value to your home. The key is to keep it maintained.

If you have any questions about re-piping, call your local plumber. Because of their experience, you will be able to find out what exactly is right for you. In the long run you might just be saving yourself a lot of hassle and money.

Does Drano Really Work?

2009-03-23T09:30:00.000-07:00

A clogged sink or tub is usually caused by an accumulation of organic material in the household plumbing such as hair, skin or makeup. As time goes on, the organic material builds up in the plumbing forming a bottleneck in the pipe causing the water to build up and not drain properly.
Drano is made of an acid composition that is strong enough to eat away at the organic blockage. The issue that often occurs is that when Drano is poured into the plumbing, the organic clog is released and frequently gets caught further down the plumbing creating a more serious or even a total blockage of the plumbing. The fact is, Drano and similar products are just temporary solutions. Clogged plumbing should be snaked or jet cleaned if you want it to last.

In addition to the further blockage of the plumbing, there is an ongoing debate on whether or not the strong acid composition of Drano and similar products damages the actual plumbing. PVC pipe does get brittle after several years, and Drano might accelerate the aging of the household plumbing. In most cases, a good old fashion drain cleaning by your local plumber is the best solution to a clogged drain.

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2001-01-01T12:50:00.000-08:00

Action Plumbing is Utah's plumbing, heating and air conditioning leader. Servicing Utah from Ogden to Spanish Fork, Action Plumbing has amazing customer service and is on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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Bathroom Remodels
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Water Heaters
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Faucets
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