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Three Reasons Not to Ignore Your Drains
There are three types of drains in your home: sinks, toilets, and tubs/showers. Over time, these drains can accumulate hair, dirt, food, soap, and grime. It would make sense to clean your drains periodically. But, according to plumbers, this is one of the most...
Have You Checked Your Water Heater Lately?
Maintenance Is Key for This Critical Appliance! When you think about it, your water heater is one of the most valuable appliances in your home. Not only does it account for up to 25 percent of the total energy used by your home, but it also provides the hot water that...
When Leaks Happen…With Your Toilet
As one of the most used fixtures in a home, toilet leaking is an inconvenient and costly plumbing problem for homeowners. Between the extra cost of the water bill and the irritation of a malfunctioning toilet, everyone is eager to figure out a solution to their toilet...
Sump Pumps: Simple Home Safety
Summer brings the heat! But don’t forget about the strong thunderstorms that come with the warmer temperatures! In Virginia, storms can produce a lot of water quickly, so you need to feel confident that your basement will stay dry. This is where your sump pump puts in...
Soft Water = Savings, Safety & Sanity
What do you really know about the water you use every day? Is your water soft or hard? Does it leave orange rings around your sinks and toilets? Hard water affects your life more than you think. Our water experts here at Veteran Plumbing Services have compiled a list...
Look Out for Leaks Now…Look Forward to Summer Fun Later!
How to Check Your Outdoor Faucet for Leaks, Breaks, or Potential Repairs With summer just around the corner, your outdoor faucets (also known as hose bibs) will soon be the main source of water for sprinklers, inflatable pools, developing the garden of your dreams,...
Veteran’s Spring Plumbing Checklist for a Promising 2021
The Plumbing Pro’s Six Spring Maintenance Tasks Spring has arrived or, at least, so they say. Hello, Virginia weather—you fickle thing, you! To keep it simple, our team has assembled a quick checklist for you: Six Spring Maintenance Tasks. These are tasks you...
When the Water Goes Cold
When the Water Goes Cold Why your hot water heater isn’t keeping the water hot There you are, enjoying a nice hot shower after work, only to suddenly have your breath sucked out of you by the rush of freezing-cold water splashing against your skin. Is this some...
Protect Your Plumbing and Property from Freezing Winter Storms
Ice and blistering cold are expected to descend on our region again in the coming days, as winter storms continue to roar throughout our region, impacting lives and property Damage from frozen pipes bursting is one of the most common (and costly) types of property...
