Blog Posts in 2016

• Posted By Smith's Plumbing Services 30-Dec-2016

  Do You Have Hard Water?

  Hard water is tap water with an abnormally high mineral count. Minerals such as calcium, magnesium, iron, and aluminum can make the water unsuitable for washing, unpleasant to drink, and can damage plumbing pipes. If you think that you have hard ...

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• Posted By Smith's Plumbing Services 26-Dec-2016

  Different Types of Pipes and Their Lifespans

  If you need to replace your entire plumbing system, you might be wondering what kind of pipes would be best for your home. First, you must review the home inspection report you received when you purchased your home to see what type of pipes you have. ...

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• Posted By Smith's Plumbing Services 23-Dec-2016

  How to Reduce Stress on Your Pipes to Prevent Leaks

  When your pipes experience long-term stress, it can result in plumbing leaks that either requires repairs or complete replacement of the system. However, a home replacement is a costly investment, a job ranging from $2,000 to $15,000. Nonetheless, ...

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• Posted By Smith's Plumbing Services 20-Dec-2016

  Are Your Pipes Worn?

  Pipes don’t last forever. After decades of use (or if our home is more than 60 years old), they eventually corrode and require complete replacement. If you fail to replace them, leaks may occur that can potentially cause thousands of dollars of ...

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• Posted By Smith's Plumbing Services 26-Nov-2016

  Creepy Crawlies that Can Crawl Up Your Toilet

  It isn’t uncommon for kids to have illogical fears about the toilet. Perhaps they watched Jaws and are now scared of a shark coming to attack them, or if they watched It, they could be afraid of a clown crawling up the pipes. Even though it ...

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• Posted By Smith's Plumbing Services 19-Nov-2016

  10 Common Commercial Bathroom Problems

  As expert Bartlett plumbers, our team at Smith’s Plumbing Services has been around the block. We have seen our fair share of faulty sinks, broken pipes, and toilet conundrums. If you are a business owner, at some point you are going to need a ...

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• Posted By Smith's Plumbing Services 12-Nov-2016

  4 Crazy Things Found Inside Pipes

  When people call for their clogged drains to be cleaned out, the culprit to the clog is usually something reasonable, like hair or soap scum. However, some plumbers have gone in to find crazy things blocking up people’s pipes. Our Bartlett ...

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• Posted By Smith's Plumbing Services 5-Nov-2016

  What Do I Do About Frozen Pipes?

  As winter approaches and we prepare our homes for the holiday season, it is important to remember that the change of year also impacts your piping. What might be a winter wonderland to you can be a freezing nightmare for your pipes. If your pipes ...

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• Posted By Smith's Plumbing Services 31-Oct-2016

  Don't Let Thanksgiving Dinner Clog Your Sink

  The day after Thanksgiving is one of the busiest days of the year for plumbers across the country. As the clinking of forks on plates dies down and your family members settle down for the night, you might notice half-eaten plates of food left in your ...

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• Posted By Smith's Plumbing Services 17-Oct-2016

  Choosing a Bathtub for Your Bathroom Remodel

  Remodeling your outdated bathroom can be an exciting experience. Today’s modern master bathroom is not merely a place to bathe and use the facilities, but a place of luxury and relaxation. If designing your ultimate relaxation getaway revolves ...

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• Posted By Smith's Plumbing Services 10-Oct-2016

  What Could Cause Damage to My Waterline?

  Your waterline is the pipe that carries water from the municipal water to your house. The fresh water you use for your dishes and drink is the water provided from your waterline. If your waterline is damaged below are some of the most common causes ...

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• Posted By Smith's Plumbing Services 3-Oct-2016

  How & Why Pipes Corrode

  Whether you are a homeowner or commercial business, piping can be an incredibly expensive fix. Many factors at work can cause corrosion or other damages to your pipeline. Continue reading if you are interested in knowing how your piping can show ...

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• Posted By Smith's Plumbing Services 17-Sep-2016

  How to Detect Plumbing Leaks

  Leaks in your plumbing system are quite difficult to detect. In most cases, homeowners will fail to notice leaks until significant water damage has occurred. While you may require a licensed plumber to determine exactly where the leak is coming from, ...

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• Posted By Smith's Plumbing Services 15-Sep-2016

  How to Stop an Overflowing Toilet

  Toilet overflows can happen to every one of us once in a while. When this problem does occur, it always causes great panic due to an overflowing toilet’s damaging and unsanitary consequences. Fortunately, there are a couple of steps you can ...

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• Posted By Smith's Plumbing Services 14-Sep-2016

  Benefits of Professional Drain Cleaning

  Most homeowners don’t appreciate the convenience and comfort of a functioning drain until they encounter a problem, such as a slow drain or complete clog. While these types of plumbing issues can disrupt the overall comfort of your home, ...

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