Plumbing
Preparing Your Heating and Plumbing for Holiday Guests
The holidays are fast approaching, and you may have several guests coming over the course of the next few months. Hosting is hard enough without having to deal with a plumbing or HVAC emergency. Get your festivities off to a good start when you follow these expert plumbing and heating tips for your home from…
Read MoreGet Your Plumbing Ready for Winter Stress
With winter right around the corner, it’s important to make sure your plumbing system is ready for the cold weather. The changes in weather (including temperature and humidity) can greatly affect performance and sometimes result in damage if not dealt with properly. How to Get Your Plumbing System Ready for Winter Water Hose Maintenance When…
Read MoreFall Home Maintenance Can Prevent Costly Repairs
The best way to prevent plumbing, HVAC, and electric problems and make your home safer and more efficient is by scheduling professional heating, plumbing, and electrical maintenance in the fall, and air conditioning maintenance in the spring. Make sure your service provider cleans your system components and inspects the entire home. Committing to regular preventative…
Read MoreHow to Inspect Your Home for Fire Hazards
Every year, fire departments in the U.S. respond to almost 400,000 house fires that result in thousands of deaths, billions in direct property damage, and over 10,000 injuries (NFPA). On average, seven people die in a fire in a home every day. The good news is that most fires are easily prevented by forethought, knowledge,…
Read MorePlumbing Tips for Preventing Foundation Problems
The leaves are starting to turn, the days are getting shorter, and pumpkin spice lattes are on the menu. Fall is officially here! We know you’re excited about holiday plans and sweater weather, but don’t let this distract you from some important fall home maintenance, such as preventing foundation problems. The foundation of your home…
Read MoreWhat to Do If You Suspect a Slab Leak
No homeowner ever wants to find out that they have a slab leak. This usually means that there are significant problems with the foundation of the house that are often costly to repair. At HELP Plumbing, Heating, Cooling and Drains, we want to help our customers understand what causes a slab leak, how to identify…
Read MoreWhy Do My Drains Smell So Bad?
If a nasty stink is emanating from your drains, you’re not alone. It’s a common problem. But, what’s the cause? It could just be bacteria or a clog, or it could be something more serious like a sewer gas leak. When you smell something off coming from your drains, do some sleuth work to root…
Read MoreWhat Are the Best Materials for Water Pipes?
There are a lot of choices when it comes to the water pipes for your house. If you’re thinking about replacing your plumbing pipes, material selection is important for a variety of reasons, such as cost, durability, environmental impact, and water quality. Speak with a professional plumber to understand the pros and cons of different…
Read MoreHow to Make Your Home Beautiful | National Make Life Beautiful Day
Decisions, decisions, decisions. When it comes to making your home and life beautiful, thousands of decisions need to be made. Whether it’s updating the landscaping, adding a mud room, or revising the layout of your home, it’s important to take action to enhance the enjoyment of your time on earth and with your loved ones.…
Read MoreImportant Spring Cleaning Tips: Plumbing, Heating, Cooling and Drains
Spring brings blooming flowers, warmer weather, and an abundance of life wherever you look. It’s also a time for fresh starts and blank slates. So, let’s start cleaning up the mess that winter left behind, open the windows, and get moving. To help you get motivated for a deep spring cleaning, we’re sharing some pro…
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