Living in New Jersey, you’re no stranger to the impact of hurricanes and tropical cyclones, especially during September. These storms can bring chaos and uncertainty, but a well-prepared home can weather the worst of them. Beyond the usual checklist of food and water, there’s a vital aspect of preparedness that often goes overlooked: your plumbing. …
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If you live in Clifton, NJ and your home is pushing the 40-year mark, it might be time to think about repiping. Many homes built in the 70s and early 80s used outdated plumbing materials like galvanized steel or iron. Even if your home was lucky enough to have copper pipes, age can still catch …
It’s also a good idea to think about your plumbing system as the air begins to become cooler and the leaves start to clearly change colors. Temperatures start to drop quickly in the fall, which causes plumbing and water systems to work more slowly and clog up water drainage. It’s critical to take the required …
If you want to convince yourself that summer will stay forever, just think back to the last several years’ wide variations in temperature and the problems they brought about. Before you’re ready to put the heat back on, take a few quick actions to avoid some of the frequent issues that can arise as summer …
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When an appliance draws water or you turn off a faucet, you could hear loud banging sounds coming from the metal pipes in your home’s plumbing. Unfortunately, this noise, sometimes known as “water hammer,” is more than simply annoying; it may also harm your plumbing system. A water hammer, also known as a hydraulic shock …
We all know all too well how terrible and devastating water scarcity can be as New Jerseyans. We’ve learned over the last few years that water can simply come and go. In fact, the lack of water is increasingly becoming a severe issue across the nation. Over the next ten years, 40 states should prepare …
Are you planning to purchase a new radiator? So it’s important to consider where you put your new radiator. If you arrange it incorrectly, you’ll have an ineffective heating system that will wind up costing you a lot of money over time. Are you interested in the specifics of radiator placement? We’ll discuss the “does” …
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Did you realize that simply heating your water uses over 20% of the energy in your home? Almost every other domestic operation uses more energy than simply boiling the water (except for heating and cooling your whole home.) You’ll feel it even more if your water heater’s efficiency is subpar given the hefty prices. …
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Is it taking too long for your toilet to refill after a flush? A common problem for households is this one. This difficulty could be caused by a number of problems. Recognizing the issue may help you select the best answer so you can get your toilet running as efficiently as feasible once more, even …
To seal the drain and stop water from draining down it, use a bathtub drain stopper. It might frequently get caught, making it challenging to turn on and off the faucet. You will have a better understanding of the problem’s underlying causes if you choose to remove the drain stopper at this time. It’s also …
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