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If you've ever had an issue with plumbing, whether a stopped up drain or a broken inlet pipe, you understand the urgency which accompanies a plumbing repair job. Even if the problem is temporarily contained, the meter which registers your water bill continues to run when there is a leak in your house. Even if you try to avoid the problem with regular inspections and routine maintenance, eventually you are going to have an unexpected plumbing issue. You can trust you'll be glad when that day comes that plumbers are experienced and knowledgeable in providing

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Protecting your plumbing is something that you probably don't think too much about. A little proactive thought and effort can save you a great deal of stress at a later date. The following tips can help you protect the health of your plumbing.

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Your HVAC system might be durable, but season changes can cause problems. Regardless of your location, you should prep your HVAC system to prepare for cooler weather, rain, and rapid temperature shifts. Once you’ve worked on the water heaters, are squared away with drain maintenance and have squared way contact information with emergency services, you should get involved at the ground level with these ground-level fall HVAC tips:

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Sure, you might be ready for drain maintenance, emergency services, drips and leaks, but are you ready for preventative vacation care? Eventually, you’ll leave home. Summertime is busy, and no one deserves to look over their shoulder, every minute, to wait for disaster.

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Rain isn’t the only thing freezing in winter. If you’re suffering drips and leaks, you might be backed up down below. You might also be experiencing symptoms of a frozen pipe network. All too often, emergency services are needed to determine, locate and eliminate frozen pipes. Sure, drain maintenance, trenchless sewer repair and other options can remedy your icy situation, but a little prevention goes a long way. Below, we at Steve’s Plumbing & Heating run through the best ways to locate frozen pipework—one examination at a time.

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Sometimes, HVAC problems aren’t discovered until it’s too late. Whether you’re using an AC system or a furnace to heat your home, you’d be wise to check for the several warning signs indicative of faulty heating. Other than just feeling the heat, it’s possible to pin down a faulty system by taking care in noting a few of the following symptoms. Be proactive about your heating system, and don’t let problems sit by the wayside for too long.

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Home renovation is supposed to be expensive, right? Well, not necessarily. You can remodel a bathroom without emptying your bank account, and you needn’t settle for the most expensive options, either. A few techniques exist to slow the money bleed, and you can certainly obtain a top-quality bathroom installation, removal or alteration project while sparing the big dollars. Below, we’ve compiled the top tips for penny-pinching home designers—straight from the professionals.

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Your furnace might be sturdy, but it’s worthwhile to know when it’s time to replace. If your furnace is causing indecisiveness and unrest—fear not. We’ve got you covered.

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At best, a clogged drain can be a nuisance. It can make water sit in your sink, which creates one more thing to clean. At its worst, a clogged drain can cause your entire plumbing to back up. If you are like most people, you know there is no joy in battling a major plumbing problem. To avoid both the best case and the worst case scenario, you have to maintain your plumbing.

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During the winter months you probably longed for the fair weather of summer when you can participate in outdoor activities rather than developing cabin fever as you wait for the ice outside to thaw. However, the heat of summer can cause its own problems. Summer weather of heat and storms can potentially put a strain on your home causing damage which requires a licensed professional to fix.

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