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How to Best Protect Your Plumbing This Winter

Monday, December 5th, 2016

Winter may not officially be here quite yet, however temperatures have definitely cooled down considerably, signaling that the heating season is certainly here. With that cold weather comes a number of potential issues, from ice on your walkways to keeping your home warm and comfortable for your family and guests.

One additional winter challenge that is important not to overlook is that of your plumbing system. While our temperatures typically don’t drop below freezing, it has happened before and could always happen again. With everything you have to think about as a homeowner, burst pipes are certainly not something you want to deal with. So how can you protect your plumbing to reduce the risk of this occurring?

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3 Reasons Hiring a Professional Plumber is Absolutely Worth It

Sunday, November 13th, 2016

We certainly have our fair share of enthusiastic “do-it-yourselfers” throughout Washington state. And when trouble arises with your plumbing system you might be tempted to try handling the repairs on your own. In almost all cases, however, this can prove detrimental.

Only highly trained and experienced plumbers should work on your pipes or appliances such as your water heater. This is not only for your safety, but also for the overall cost-effectiveness of the repairs. We’ve shared below 3 reasons that hiring a licensed professional plumber is absolutely worth your time and money.

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What Are You Doing to Prevent Your Pipes from Freezing?

Sunday, October 23rd, 2016

While our average temperatures don’t always approach below freezing, it has been known to happen. And as such, it’s important to be prepared and be aware of the problems your home can run into due to this—such as the possibility of frozen pipes.

When winter comes, professional plumbers around the country are well prepared for emergency calls in regards to frozen or burst pipes. We are, of course, happy to help with quick plumbing repairs to minimize your inconvenience as much as possible. However, you should know that there are steps you can take to prevent frozen pipes from impacting you at all. Keep reading for more information.

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Don’t Ignore These 3 Signs You Need Whole-House Repiping!

Monday, July 11th, 2016

Most of the time, and in the most ideal situations, when you have a leak or clog you can just call a professional for repairs and get the job done quickly. However, at some point your plumbing system is going to age to the point that replacing the pipes entirely is the safest and most cost effective way to protect your home from leaks and water damage.

As long as you keep your plumbing system regularly maintained, you shouldn’t have to worry about this for some time. It’s also important than you call a professional plumber right away if you notice any signs of trouble. Whole-house repiping is typically a last-resort option, however it’s an option nonetheless. Watch for the following 3 signs that it could be time for you to consider this service.

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Springtime Plumbing Check-Up Tips

Monday, April 25th, 2016

Given how complex residential plumbing systems are, it’s important that you do everything you can to make sure they are working well and not experiencing any troubling symptoms. Springtime is the perfect time to check for any issues, so you can stay ahead of any plumbing problems as the weather warms up. Pay attention to the checklist we’ve shared below and let us know if you run into any issues or concerns.

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Why You Should Hire Professional Plumbers When Conducting Kitchen Remodeling

Monday, March 30th, 2015

Kitchen remodeling is a pretty intense process, involving the reconciliation of a lot of different moving parts. It’s never easy to keep track of everything that needs to get done, but it’s imperative that it all be done correctly. The last thing you want to do is turn on your new kitchen sink, only to find that the water wasn’t hooked up. To that end, it’s better to hire professionals for some of these tasks.

Read on to find out why you should hire professional plumbers when conducting kitchen remodeling.

Cost vs Benefit

Kitchen remodeling is often an expensive investment, and no one could blame you for looking into ways to save money during the process. Doing it yourself, however, is not a great idea when you don’t have the professional experience necessary to do it well. You wouldn’t start messing with your home’s electrical wiring by yourself (at least, we certainly hope you wouldn’t) so why would you try it with your plumbing? You may not get electrocuted if you do something wrong, but plumbing mistakes can lead to hundreds or even thousands of dollars in water damage. If you want to move any of your water appliances to a different location in the new kitchen, it’s going to require installing new pipe in the walls. No matter how you slice it, it just isn’t worth the trouble of going it alone just to save a few dollars.

Quality of Work

Let’s say you rely on a friend, or your own plumbing knowledge, to get through a kitchen remodel. You may be able to hook everything up correctly enough for it to work for a while. However, it is likely that you will miss something that could cause issues later. Proper plumbing maintenance is not an easy task, and if you make a mistake it could end up costing you in the long run. If you hire a professional plumber, on the other hand, you can rest assured that it will get done right the first time.

If you need plumbing work done for a kitchen remodel, call Brooks Plumbing. We provide plumbing services throughout the Olympia area.

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