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When it comes to home plumbing, safety and water quality should always be a top priority. One of the most important components for protecting your water supply is a backflow valve. This device prevents dirty or contaminated water from flowing backward into your home’s clean water lines—something that can happen due to changes in water…

Michigan winters are known for extreme cold, sudden temperature drops, and long stretches below freezing. For homeowners and business owners in Rochester Hills and the greater Metro Detroit area, preventing frozen pipes is essential to avoid costly water damage and plumbing emergencies. Frozen pipes can burst without warning, quickly flooding basements, crawlspaces, and mechanical rooms….

Fat, oil, grease, and food particles are the primary causes of clogged drains in a kitchen. Using quality dish soap, hot water, and a properly installed garbage disposal can help keep these substances from building up inside your pipes. It is better to collect used oil in a container and throw it out than to…

Nothing’s worse than stepping into the shower and being met with a weak trickle of water. Low water pressure can make everyday tasks frustrating — but it’s also a warning sign of underlying plumbing problems. Here’s how to identify and fix the issue. Common Causes of Low Water Pressure 1. Mineral Buildup in Pipes Over…

Don’t Let Freezing Weather Damage Your Plumbing Michigan winters are no joke — freezing temperatures can wreak havoc on your home’s plumbing system. When water freezes inside your pipes, it expands, creating pressure that can cause pipes to burst. The result? Costly repairs, water damage, and major inconvenience. Fortunately, with a few preventive steps, you…
Below are cost saving, fall and winter preparatory tips to do now to prevent many common plumbing issues. Prepare your pipes for freezing temperatures It is highly recommended to prepare your pipes for freezing temperatures as fall gets underway. When the temperature drops below freezing there is the potential for your pipes to burst, which…