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* Do you have frequent sewer line backups? * Do you call the plumber more than twice a month? * Do roots grow in your sewer line? If so, you could be a victim of “The Clog.” Cooking fat, oil and grease (FOG) is a leading cause of [...]

Clog Busters: Stop the Clog is a post from the eLocalPlumbers.com Plumbing Blog

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Water heater maintenance is often overlooked by new home owners but it is a critical step in extending the lifespan of your current water heater. The cost of replacing a hot water heater depends on several factors…such as where you live, the size and construction of your new tank and its energy efficiency. Water heater replacement is [...]

Water Heater Maintenance: What You Need to Know is a post from the eLocalPlumbers.com Plumbing Blog

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Solar water heater installation is becoming a much more plausible idea to many people as the cost of traditional energy increases and we become more socially conscious about our energy usage. There are many factors to consider before you actually make the decision to install your own solar water heater. The most important factor that you need [...]

Solar Water Heater Installation: What You Need to Consider is a post from the eLocalPlumbers.com Plumbing Blog

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Solar water heater construction can be a very satisfying job for the “do-it-yourselfer” who is looking to save money and energy. You can choose from several different designs. However, you will need to spend some time researching costs and the best design for the climate in which you live. Also keep in mind that if you [...]

Solar Water Heater Construction: Research Before You Build is a post from the eLocalPlumbers.com Plumbing Blog

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Removing an old bathtub? If this is not your idea of a fun afternoon, join the club. When I decided to tackle the project of removing an old bathtub there were certain aspects of the job that seemed as though it would be fun. But there were other things that made me nervous. I would love [...]

Removing an Old Bathtub: Things to Consider is a post from the eLocalPlumbers.com Plumbing Blog

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Hot water heater repair can be something of a mixed bag. There are minor repairs that you can attempt for yourself and there are problems that should only be handled by a licensed professional plumber. Some hot water heater repairs are rather inexpensive and some problems will require that a completely new water heater be installed. It is [...]

Hot Water Heater Repair: When to Call a Professional is a post from the eLocalPlumbers.com Plumbing Blog

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To replace a bathtub spout you will need only a small handful of tools. First and foremost, make sure that you have a good screwdriver (or Allen wrench.) On the bottom of the existing spout, there should be a setscrew on the underside of the spout, close to the wall. Some bathtub spouts have the ability to [...]

Replace a Bathtub Spout: A How-To Guide is a post from the eLocalPlumbers.com Plumbing Blog

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Gas hot water heater repair doesn’t have to be costly. The cost really depends on the proper maintenance and attention to the first signs of trouble. The age of your hot water heater is also an important factor to take into consideration. If your hot water heater is beyond its warranty, small problems need to [...]

Gas Hot Water Heater Repair: What You Should Know is a post from the eLocalPlumbers.com Plumbing Blog

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Any bathtub installation guide would be incomplete if it didn’t give you all the information you needed before you began your project. Installing a new bathtub is a major undertaking, requiring carpentry, plumbing and heavy lifting skills. It is definitely not a one-person job. Before starting any home improvement project become aware of your local building codes. For [...]

Bathtub Installation Guide: Know the Challenges Before You Begin is a post from the eLocalPlumbers.com Plumbing Blog

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Gas hot water heater problems can be annoying but many of these problems have an easy solution. First of all, gas water heater troubleshooting isn’t any more difficult than electric water heater troubleshooting. But there are a few differences to keep in mind. The biggest difference between a gas water heater and an electric water heater is the [...]

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