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Tips to Prevent Garbage Disposal Clogs
When a garbage disposal becomes clogged and stops working there are generally two reasons for the obstruction. First, there is often insufficient water flow down the drain line causing it become filled with debris, creating an obstruction. Second, the material being put down the disposal is not able to effectively run through a disposal. Four […]
Read MoreJanuary Customer Testimonial Spotlight
“ABC did everything they said they would do, courteously, professionally, on time and at agreed price. I will use them again and recommend them.” 02/01/16 Review Buzz Ron was prompt and thoroughly professional when he arrived. He completed the installation job more quickly than i had been quoted by a competitor. He pointed out a […]
Read MoreThe ABC’s of Plumbing – Water Heater TPR Valve
A water heater temperature-pressure relief valve (TPR) is designed to turn off when the pre-set temperature is reached. If the water heater thermostat ever fails, the temperature and pressure (from expansion of the water) could continue to rise until the pressure exceeds the capacity of the tank (usually around 300 psi). If this happens, the […]
Read MoreThe ABC’s of Plumbing – Backflow Preventer
Backflow occurs when there is a pressure change in a plumbing system that causes the dirty water to be siphoned back into the clean water supply. A backflow preventer is an important plumbing device that is designed to prevent this potentially harmful backwards flow into the fresh water supply. There are several types of backflow […]
Read MoreThe ABC’s of Air Conditioning – Split Systems
What Is a Split System? A split system simply means a heating and cooling system that has components that are both inside and outside of a home. In most cases, a split system will consist of: Gas Furnace – Provides heating white also circulating air year round Evaporator coil – The indoor component of the outdoor AC unit […]
Read MoreThe ABC’s of Plumbing – Overflow Tube
An overflow tube is a vertical tube inside the tank of a toilet. It’s purpose is to move water into the bowl in the case where the ballcock malfunctions to prevents water in the tank from overflowing. When the flush lever is pressed it pulls the chain that opens the flush valve. When the valve […]
Read MoreShould You Have Your Polybutylene Pipes Replaced?
Polybutylene was a plastic plumbing pipe material manufactured between 1978 and 1995 that was installed in up to 10 million homes in the U.S.. It was a low cost material that was seen as having advantages over other plumbing materials like copper. It was flexible, easy of install, and resistant to freezing. However, despite its […]
Read MoreNew Bathroom Remodeling Trends for 2016
If you’re planning on remodeling your bathroom this year you may be interested in knowing what are predicted to be popular trends in bathroom design this year. Traditional design is expected to give way to more contemporary style with more eye-catching designs and high-tech features. Bathroom Fixtures One of the simplest ways to update your bathroom […]
Read MoreABC Southwest December Customer Testimonial Spotlight
“Doug was professional and courteous. When he arrived and introduced himself, handing me his business card immediately. He went right to work on a broken pipe outside my house. Doug gave me some tips as well as introduced me to other service work the company offers. He gave me some ” marketing” items and left […]
Read MoreThe Advantages of Choosing a NATE Certified Technician
When it’s time to replace or repair your old gas furnace you will have plenty of companies to choose from. One way to ensure that you are getting a highly qualified heating technician is to choose a company that uses NATE certification. What is NATE? NATE is an independent, non-profit organization that provides certification and […]
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