Warning Signs of a Hidden Plumbing Leak

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Is there an unexplained increase in your water bill? You put on every faucet in the house and yet you can still hear water running? Or perhaps there is a musty odour you cannot seem to get rid of? Such things are more than minor inconveniences; they may be a hidden plumbing leak that is […]

Fall Plumbing Tips for Huntsville-Area Homeowners

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With the cooler weather on the way, is your home in good shape? One has to consider what a quick change in temperature might do to your pipes. For that matter, when did you last turn your mind to the septic system? There is no better time than fall to put your plumbing in order […]

Warning Signs Your Septic Tank Needs Pumping

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A peculiar smell in the yard? Drains that seem to be slower than they should be? Then again, one has to ask when the septic tank was last pumped. We have been fielding such questions from homeowners in Huntsville and Madison County for some time now. Since 2009, the family at Around the Clock Plumbing […]

Sewer Line Facts: Good for Your House and Wallet

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Sewer Line Facts: Good for Your House and Wallet You might think you know your house like the back of your hand. You know where the creaks in the floorboards are, you know the perfect stove burner for your soup, and so on. What do you know about your sewer line? The more you know […]

Here’s Why the Water Heater Technician You Hire Should Be Certified

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Here’s Why the Water Heater Technician You Hire Should Be Certified Whether you’re looking to have a new water heater installed or you need your existing one maintained or repaired, you may be wondering whether your water heater technician must be certified. You certainly want to hire the right person for the job, but you […]

What Causes Blockages in Sewer Lines?

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What Causes Blockages in Sewer Lines? Every drain in your home empties into your sewer line. This lone pipe carries your waste and wastewater to the municipal sewer system. If your sewer line develops a blockage, your effluence could come rushing back into the building. Also known as whole-house backups, these events cause serious water […]

Hard Water Problems? Here’s How to Protect Your Heater

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Hard Water Problems? Here’s How to Protect Your Heater Hard water isn’t terrible, but it’s a nuisance for most homeowners. It makes things harder to clean, it leaves certain pans with stains you can’t get out, and it can even affect the quality of your skin and hair. But these are just the visible signs […]

The Evolution of Sewer Lines: Smart Features Worth Considering

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The Evolution of Sewer Lines: Smart Features Worth Considering Your sewer system is usually one of the last things you think about until something goes wrong since most of the system’s components stay out of sight, out of mind. But this doesn’t mean you should just ignore it. There’s a wide range of newer technologies […]

4 Preventative Water Heater Maintenance Tips

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4 Preventative Water Heater Maintenance Tips People depend on their water heater constantly, whether it’s for morning showers, washing dishes, doing laundry, or other everyday chores. When it suddenly stops working properly, it can disrupt your daily routine in frustrating ways. Because many water heater problems develop gradually over time, preventative maintenance is one of […]

Is Preventing Sewer Line Backups Worth the Cost?

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Is Preventing Sewer Line Backups Worth the Cost? A sewer line backup ranks among the worst things that can happen to a home. Wastewater reversing course into your living space brings property damage, health hazards, and cleanup costs that can spiral quickly. Backups are largely preventable, but prevention requires an investment of time and money. […]