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There are plenty of reasons to replace your old conventional water heater with a newer, more efficient tankless design. These units can save you money by reducing energy usage and, when sized correctly, provide "endless" hot water for showers, appliances, and sinks. However, tankless heaters are also much different from storage tank heaters, so additional installation considerations exist.  Choosing where to place your new tankless water heater is one of the first and arguably most important decisions you'll need to make.

Slow drains are an annoying problem. It's even worse when they completely stop draining altogether. You have all this water filling everything up. You need to figure out the problem and how to fix it. The best way to handle the problem is to have a plumber come to your house and figure out the problem. It could be one of many things. One thing it could be is that you have pipes blocked by roots growing into them.

Winter's here. If you're not dealing with a plumbing emergency, you might not think you need a plumber. That's not the case though. Calling a plumber now can help you avoid a plumbing emergency down the road. Read the list provided below. Here are four ways a plumber can protect your home this winter.  Install Leak Detection If you want to protect your pipes this winter, now's the time to call a plumber.

Sewer lines are the channels that lead dirty waste water away from the house and into the general waste management system. In most cases, the waste could end up in the municipal waste channels or your septic tank. Note that no matter where your waste goes, once you have a line clog, water won't move as it should along the drainage lines. Even worse, it could back up into the house or form pools in the yard, which are health hazards.

If you've ever experienced a plumbing leak, you know the mess and damage that can be caused by water escaping your pipes. Fortunately, your plumber can do a few things to minimize the water damage caused by plumbing leaks in your home. Take a look at four ways that plumbers can help.  Install Faucet Aerators A plumbing system consists of different components, which all need to be kept in top condition to ensure water is supplied safely and efficiently throughout your home.

A water heater is one of those household appliances you don't think about until it's not working properly. Then, suddenly, it's the only thing you can think about! If you're noticing that your water heater isn't working as well as it used to, it may be time for a repair. Here are five signs that your unit's heating mechanism is compromised and in need of professional intervention. 1. Unusual Noises Coming From the Water Heater

The sewer lines that are buried in your yard might not be something that you think about very often, but they do a very important job. Generally, they work behind the scenes without being visible, so it's normal not to think about them. However, there are times when sewer lines do need some attention. In fact, sewer line excavation is sometimes needed. If you're wondering about the scenarios in which sewer line excavation might be required, consider the following examples.