Red Rock Mechanical, LLC Blog: Archive for the ‘Plumbing’ Category

Don’t Put These Down Your Garbage Disposal This Summer

Monday, June 5th, 2023

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Your garbage disposal is a huge benefit to your kitchen. You can let food scraps go down the drain without having to worry about them clogging up your pipes, right? While the garbage disposal does help with this, there are still items that you want to ensure don’t make it down your drain, even with a garbage disposal.

If you’re having problems with your garbage disposal in Plattsburgh, NY, you need to give our team a call. Addressing any issues early is a great way to stay ahead of a full garbage disposal replacement. Plus, our team can talk with you about the cause of your garbage disposal malfunction so that you can prevent it from happening again in the future. Keep reading to learn more about items you want to avoid putting into your garbage disposal. 

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Why Do My Drains Keep Clogging?

Monday, April 10th, 2023

Do you have persistent drain clogs in your home? Maybe it’s a single drain that you can’t quite get to clear out, or maybe you have problems with slow drains all over your home. Either way, you need an expert plumber in Plattsburgh, NY. There’s only so much you can do for persistent drain clogs if you can’t get to the root of the problem.

It is not uncommon to have a drain clog here and there, but if you have drains that keep clogging without a solution working for you, that’s a sign that something bigger is wrong. There are a variety of reasons for persistent drain clogs, and you can keep reading to learn more about them.

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3 Tips to Take Better Care of Your Garbage Disposal

Monday, March 27th, 2023

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The garbage disposal in your kitchen works great, that is, until it doesn’t. And garbage disposal problems are never fun because they usually involve bad odors and drain clogs. The good news is, you can avoid garbage disposal problems altogether by taking better care of your garbage disposal to begin with.

If you have a kitchen garbage disposal in Colchester, VT, we have three tips that can help you avoid problems. Following these tips can also extend the life of your garbage disposal so that it will last longer before you need a replacement. 

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Why Does My Garbage Disposal Smell So Bad?

Monday, January 16th, 2023

Your garbage disposal is a great tool that makes it easier to get rid of some food waste. But, the things that go down your drain and into your garbage disposal can leave a residue that makes your sink and drain smell bad. Sometimes the smell can get bad enough that it permeates your entire home.

If you need services for your garbage disposal in South Burlington, VT, our team is here to help. In the meantime, you can learn more about why your garbage disposal smells bad, and what you can do to address bad odors and even prevent them from ever happening.

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What You Need to Know About Pinhole Leaks

Monday, December 5th, 2022

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Hidden leaks in pipes are a major problem for many homes, often without anyone in the home knowing about them … because they’re, well, hidden

The most common types of hidden leaks are known as pinhole leaks. They’re as small as their name, but that doesn’t mean they can’t cause a large amount of water waste and building damage. Because they’re difficult to notice, pinhole leaks often get ample time to create problems.

In this post, we’re going to provide you with important information about pinhole leaks. This will help you understand why they’re serious and need fast action from professional plumbers to eliminate.

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How Plumbers Can Help Prevent Frozen and Burst Pipes

Monday, October 24th, 2022

ice-pattern-on-glassIn any region that get below-freezing temperatures during the winter—and that definitely includes where we live!—pipe freeze is a major plumbing concern. Not only do frozen pipes block water flow and bring part of the plumbing system to a halt, they create the serious threat of the pipes bursting, leading to more expensive repairs and potential water damage.

As a homeowner, you can take several steps to help stop pipe freeze: always keep your home heated to at least 55°F even when you’re away for an extended period; drain outside hoses and detach them from hose bibs for indoor storage; open up under-sink cabinets to allow for airflow around pipes; occasionally drip water from the faucets to relieve pressure and allow water movement. 

You don’t have to go it alone when protecting your pipes in the winter. A professional plumber in Plattsburgh, NY can deliver next-level help when it comes to prevention. If you’re concerned about a pipe-freeze problem this coming winter, here are ways our expert team can help.

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The History of the Garbage Disposal

Monday, September 26th, 2022

It’s back-to-school time, and we’re in the mood to dispense with a bit of education ourselves. Today we’re going to look at the history of an important appliance that’s likely in your house, one you probably don’t give much thought to because it’s such an ordinary part of daily life: the garbage disposal. It’s hard to imagine, but there was a time before the convenience of garbage disposals, and there was also a time when garbage disposals were controversial. Yes, really. These in-sink food grinders were a big revolution in kitchen plumbing and waste disposal, and today we’re going to share their story with you.

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Your Sink’s P-Trap and When It Can Become a Problem

Monday, June 6th, 2022

plumber-with-sink-p-trapLet’s talk about an important part of your sink, one that you probably didn’t even know the name of although you’ve seen it often. It’s the bent section of the drainpipe right below the drain, the one you can see when you open the below-sink cabinets. This pipe with the peculiar curve is known as a p-trap, and today you’re going to learn why it’s there and how it can develop problems.

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Why Your Kitchen Sink Is Leaking

Monday, May 23rd, 2022

leak-in-p-trap-pipeOne of the sights you don’t want to see when you open up the cupboard doors under the sink to fetch an item is water pooling beneath it. Something is leaking—and plumbing leaks of any kind are serious problems that need immediate solutions. 

But leaks aren’t always the easiest to diagnose. When you see that water under the kitchen sink, it can come from several problems. Some might be easy for you to remedy on your own, while others will require you to call our team for sink plumbing in Plattsburgh, NY to fix the problem. We’ll take a look at the most common sources of a kitchen sink leaking.

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The Big Advantages of Hiring a Professional Plumber

Monday, March 28th, 2022

plumber-working-below-sinkThere are a few simple plumbing tasks in your home that you can perform yourself, such as replacing aerators in faucets or cleaning them out when they collect too much silt, or putting in a new flapper in the toilet when the old one wears out. But you shouldn’t try to go any farther with DIY work on your plumbing—nothing that requires you get out the wrenches or more complex tools. 

Furthermore, you shouldn’t hire a non-professional to take care of plumbing jobs like repairs, replacements, and installations. The local “handyperson” isn’t the best path toward a good plumbing system! You want to call on a plumber in Plattsburgh, NY who has the appropriate training, equipment, experience, licensing, and certified Master Plumbers on staff. 

This list of advantages of going with a professional plumber will give you a good idea of why you only want to trust pros, no matter the service.

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