Red Rock Mechanical, LLC Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Plumbing Repair’

Avoid These Common Summer Plumbing Problems

Sunday, August 13th, 2023

Plumbing problems are never fun to deal with and always seem to happen at the most inconvenient time. Unfortunately, summer is a time when we see an uptick in plumbing problems, and a lot of that has to do with the higher temperatures.

But you can always give us a call for plumbing service in Burlington, VT, and our team will be there to help. One of the best ways to stay ahead of plumbing problems is knowing what to expect from early signs of problems. You can keep reading to learn more about common plumbing problems that we see during the summer time, and what you need to do if you think something is wrong. 

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Common Shower Plumbing Problems

Monday, July 17th, 2023

Plumbing issues are something you can’t really plan for, even though you know they’re going to pop up from time to time. The good news is, our team can help you identify common plumbing problems so you can give us a call sooner rather than later to get them fixed.

And we can help with more than just fixing your plumbing problems. We can also help with other bathroom needs like shower installation in Burlington, VT. After all, sometimes your home’s plumbing problems are beyond repair and it’s time to start over fresh. You can keep reading to learn more about common plumbing problems we see in showers and what you can do about them.

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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 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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Our Best Tips to Prevent Pipe Freeze

Monday, February 14th, 2022

frozen-pipeWhen the winter chill gets the coldest here in the Northeast—and we’re definitely at that point!—one of the biggest concerns that homeowners have is avoiding frozen pipes. When pipes freeze up, it stops the flow of water and it can severely damage the pipe, often leading to the dreaded burst pipe. 

If you have frozen pipes in your house right now, the best step you can take is to call our expert plumbers. We have a long history in this region, so we know a thing or two about taking care of frozen pipes in Burlington, VT. Letting professionals handle your frozen pipes will solve the problem quickly and without the danger of pipe burst. (Bursting is most likely to occur when trying to unthaw the pipes because it increases the pressure within the pipe.)

But if you don’t have frozen pipes now, you definitely want to avoid them in the future. Here are our best frozen pipe prevention tips.

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How to Deal With an Overflowing Toilet

Monday, December 6th, 2021

toilet-with-button-flushAlthough there are more serious plumbing emergencies that can strike a house, the overflowing toilet is the one that causes the most sudden and panicked response. We don’t blame people for getting a bit freaked out when something like this happens.

We have good news, which is that it isn’t as difficult to deal with an overflowing toilet as it might seem. You may need to call for a professional plumber in Essex, VT to help with repairs, but with some quick thinking and a few steps, you can stop the immediate emergency and give yourself time to breathe. You can always trust our plumbers to be ready to help with whatever plumbing trouble you have, no matter the time of the day or night. 

Anyway, on to what you can do about that overflowing toilet.

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Reasons You Have Low Water Pressure Around Your House

Monday, October 11th, 2021

faucet-drippingIf you’ve ever tried to take a shower in a house with low water pressure, you’ll know how difficult it is. But this is only one of many annoyances that low water pressure can cause. Trying to get many basic household tasks done, like cooking and cleaning, become much more difficult when the water from the faucets only trickles out. 

The lack of convenience isn’t the only trouble with low water pressure: it often indicates something worse is going on in the household plumbing. When low water pressure strikes your house, you may need to call for a professional plumber in Plattsburgh, NY. Below we’ll look at possible causes of low water pressure to help you know what next steps to take.

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Spring Tips to Get Your Plumbing in Shape

Monday, April 19th, 2021

checkmark-greenNow that we’re starting to experience spring weather, it’s a good time to make sure your plumbing is ready for the middle of the year. Don’t worry: this isn’t as big a job as winter prep, when you’re working hard to make sure none of the pipes freeze. These spring steps are basic maintenance checks and jobs that you can either do yourself or with the assistance of a Burlington, VT plumber. We’re always available to assist you if you should discover anything wrong with your plumbing that needs repair or replacement work right away. 

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High Water Pressure? Yes, It’s a Problem

Monday, March 15th, 2021

pipe-about-to-burstA common plumbing problem homes encounter is water pressure that’s too low. It’s hard to take a decent shower or manage to clean and cook when the water is only trickling out of faucets and showerheads. But when the water pressure is too high, that’s also a problem. You may not think of it as one, because you can control the strength of the water coming from fixtures. This increased water pressure, however, is a problem for your plumbing system and can inflict damage on it. 

If your home has high water pressure, meaning the pressure is over 60 pounds per square inch, then we recommend you call a plumber in Burlington, VT to find a way to fix it. In fact, we recommend you call one of our plumbers because we offer the high-quality service and fast response you need.

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