The Clean Plumbers Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Tampa’

Important Garbage Disposal Tips for the Holidays

Monday, November 20th, 2023
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Did you know that one of the busiest days of the year for plumbers in the US is the day after Thanksgiving? There are several reasons for this, and one of them is because of abuse of garbage disposals. To avoid clogged drains, check out effective ways to get rid of drain clogs the right way instead of relying on harmful DIY methods.

The garbage disposal in a house that’s hosting a Thanksgiving feast can go through some rough times during meal preparation and clean up. Often, all that stress (as well as mistakes about what shouldn’t go down the disposal) can mean a busted sink disposal and clogged up drains.

Since it’s almost Thanksgiving—and you’ll probably have feasts in December as well—we want to help out with tips on how to keep your disposal in good shape so you don’t have to depend on us for kitchen plumbing in Tampa, FL on Black Friday.

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Getting Rid of Drain Clogs—The Right Way!

Monday, November 6th, 2023
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One of the regular nuisances of life is the clogged drain or toilet. Considering how much use we get from our drains, it’s honestly surprising that clogged or slow drains aren’t happening all the time. Here are a few seasonal plumbing problems that may increase the risk of clogs in warmer months.

What do you do when you’re confronted with a drain clog? If one of your first thoughts is, “Purchase a bottle of drain cleaner from the store and let it do its work,” then we’re thankful you came across this post! There are other ways to approach a clog and we recommend all of them over using chemical drain cleaners. We’re experts when it comes to drain and sewer cleaning in Tampa, FL, and we’d like to show you the best way to deal with clogged drains and toilets.

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Top 7 Signs You Need to Replace Your Water Heater

Monday, October 23rd, 2023
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You depend on your home’s water heater almost every day. But you can’t depend on the water heater to last every day for an eternity. With all the work a water heater does, it will eventually wear down to the point where it’s too expensive to keep repairing it and the better choice is to have a new water heater installed. If your water heater isn’t providing enough hot water, learn about why your hot water isn’t getting hot enough to see if it’s a sign of decline.

We’ll help you understand when your water heater is on its way out with these seven warning signs. If you see them, call us for water heater service in Tampa, FL.

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How Can You Know You Need Leak Detection If You Can’t See the Leaks?

Monday, October 9th, 2023
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The question in the title of this post is one of the great conundrums people face with their plumbing. It sounds like a catch-22: how can you know that you need professional plumbers to find hidden leaks in your home when you can’t see the leaks because they’re hidden? 

This isn’t a conundrum for professional plumbers, however! We understand that hidden leaks aren’t fully “hidden”—they leave clues to their presence in a home, and if you know what to look for, you can figure out that it’s time to call us for leak detection in Tampa, FL. We’re ready with 24/7 emergency service!

Let’s take a look at the major clues that you’ve got hidden leaks in your home:

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How Hard Water Affects Your Home

Monday, September 25th, 2023
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Living in Tampa can sometimes feel like living in a vacation paradise, but there are some downsides. One is hard water, which means water with a high level of dissolved minerals, specifically magnesium and calcium. The water hardness in Tampa is classified as “very hard.” According to the United States Geological Survey (USGS), water is “very hard” if it has a concentration of more than 180 milligrams of calcium per liter.

Before you panic, you need to know that hard water isn’t dangerous to drink. The minerals in hard water are natural and found in many foods and liquids you regularly consume. In fact, you never want these minerals completely absent from your drinking water, since they help with your daily intake.

We offer installation of water softeners in Tampa, FL that can reduce hard water levels in homes. You might wonder why you would need to soften your water if it’s perfectly safe to drink. There are some good reasons: extremely hard water doesn’t affect your body, but it can do terrible things to parts of your house. For instance, knowing when to finally replace old plumbing fixtures can save you from recurring issues caused by hard water damage.

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Top 4 Signs You Need to Schedule Sewer Cleaning

Monday, September 11th, 2023
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The idea of sewer cleaning isn’t a pleasant one. The good news is that you don’t actually have to do the job yourself. Only professional plumbers have the tools to thoroughly clean the sewer line that runs from your home out to the municipal sewer system.

The tricky part for you is recognizing when you need to have your sewer cleaned. You can’t see your home’s sewer line (thank goodness), so how can you tell when it’s become excessively dirty and clogged?  If you’re unsure, understanding how to tell if you need to replace your sewer line can provide additional insights into the health of your system.

We’re glad you asked! Below we’ve put together a list of the four major signs that it’s time to reach out to us to schedule your sewer line cleaning. We offer high-quality drain and sewer cleaning in Tampa, FL, and we promise you’ll enjoy a super “clean” customer experience. That’s important when it comes to a job like sewer cleaning, but we’re adamant about leaving no mess behind us!

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