When assembling a crew for a large construction project, each contractor you hire brings unique skills and experience to the job. Your team of contractors will work together to turn your vision into reality and ultimately create something larger than themselves.
When you're focused on this bigger picture, it can be easy to lose sight of the specialized ways that each contractor contributes to the whole. You might pigeonhole your plumbing contractor as your pipes guru, but these skilled tradesmen bring more to your project than you might expect.
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If there's something wrong with your plumbing system, chances are you'll call a plumbing company to have it handled. But depending on what type of problem you have or what type of assistance is needed, the company may send out either a plumber or a plumbing contractor to help you.
What's the difference? For most homeowners, these two positions occupy the exact same function, and in many cases, they do indeed perform many of the same services.
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You've probably heard the advice to leave sink cabinet doors open and let water drip through faucets on especially cold nights. While these straightforward steps can help keep your plumbing from freezing during the winter, they are not a replacement for proper winterization. Preparing your home's plumbing for frigid temperatures often requires extra attention before the temperatures plummet.
When water freezes in a pipe, it expands and potentially creates a blockage.
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Hot water heater tanks do not have an intimidating appearance. They are one appliance that most households appreciate because they offer the convenience of hot water on-demand. These appliances can last for many years if they get proper maintenance. It is easy to mistakenly assume that a new hot water tank installation is an easy feat that individuals who are handy with "fixing things around the house" can complete.
The installation process may appear easy if you have ever watched a professional complete one, but it is a bad idea to try to complete the installation yourself.
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It's a good feeling when moving into a brand new home and having peace of mind that everything is new, knowing you shouldn't have to pay for major repairs for several years. You can prolong the need for expensive repairs, such as replacing plumbing pipes, for as long as possible by keeping up with maintenance. Here are four things you can do to protect your plumbing and help it have a long and trouble-free life.
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