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Decoding Home Appliance Warranties: What’s Covered and What’s Not

Understanding the warranties for your septic tank and plumbing system is essential to ensure you’re protected in case of unforeseen issues. Let’s decode septic tank and plumbing warranties, so you know exactly what’s covered and what’s not. Septic Tank Warranties: A septic tank warranty typically covers the tank itself, its structural integrity, and the components …

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Common Winter Plumbing Issues in Unoccupied Homes

Plumbing / By Ashley Miller

As we all know, winter weather can be a real challenge for our vacation homes. These properties, left unoccupied for extended periods of time, can be especially vulnerable to damage from the cold and snow. In this article, we’ll be discussing the effects of winter weather on plumbing and septic systems in vacation homes and …

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Preparing Your Plumbing System for Winter

Plumbing / By Ashley Miller

2022 is ending, the cold weather and potential for winter storms is right around the corner. Your home’s plumbing system may face many common problems as the temperatures drop and the threat of storms approaches. Here are some things you can do to have peace of mind this winter, knowing that your system will make …

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How to Clean Your Drains and Why You Should Do It Regularly

General, Plumbing / By Ashley Miller

Nothing is worse than a clogged drain during the holidays, especially when the water has started to accumulate while you’re cooking or when your bathtub isn’t draining during a family visit. Clogged drains can cause flooding, foul smells, and costly damages. Whether it is in your kitchen, causing old food and debris to pile up …

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What Can and Can’t Go Down the Kitchen Drain

Plumbing / By MaKenna Wood

While pouring things down the drain can seem like the easiest method for cleaning up, it can actually be quite detrimental to your pipes and even your septic system! Keep reading to find out how to avoid damage and costly repairs. Cooking Oil & Fats When pouring oil, fats, and grease down the drain and …

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The SOLUTIONS you NEED for Low Water Pressure

Plumbing / By Ashley Miller

Let’s get one thing out of the way – we all HATE low water pressure. There’s nothing worse than going to wash dishes and finding the sink is barely a trickle. Or getting ready for a nice warm shower after a beach day to find your shower barely puts any water out. It’s a universal …

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Sprinkler Systems and Outdoor Plumbing

Plumbing / By Ashley Miller

When we think of plumbing, we typically think of our indoor plumbing. Things like our showers, toilets, and sinks come to mind. This plumbing is stuff that you probably use most often and it’s extremely important. But during the spring and summer, it’s also important to consider your outdoor plumbing. Hoses, sprinkler systems, and other …

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7 Things to Know About Your Sump Pump

Plumbing / By Ashley Miller

Do you own a home with a sump pump? Maybe you’re in the housing market and looking at a home that comes with a sump pump? Many homeowners don’t know what a sump pump is. What its purpose is or where to even find it in the home? Perhaps you have a sump pump at …

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Winterizing Your Plumbing and Septic Systems

Plumbing, Septic Systems / By Ashley Miller

Every year septic & plumbing companies tell you the same thing “Winterize your home!”. But what does that really look like? How do you winterize your plumbing and septic properly? Miller’s wants to share some key steps with you so that you can properly winterize your home this season. These steps and tips will ensure …

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4 Features/Benefits of Tankless Water Heaters

Plumbing / By Ashley Miller

When it comes to water heaters you may already know that there are several different types. One of these is a tankless water heater which uses electric or gas heat to warm water as it travels through your pipes and into your home. These kinds of water heaters much like their name suggests do not …

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