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Water Heater Draining

clock January 2, 2012 05:58 by author Chris Vigna
When plumbing professionals talk about draining your water heater, they're not talking about what happens when you stand in the shower so long that you use up all the hot water. They're talking about an important preventative maintenance task that should be done once or twice a year.

The water that flows into your house and through your pipes isn't pure. It contains materials that can cause sediment to accumulate at the bottom of your water heater's tank. When there's sediment, your water heater doesn't work as efficiently, wasting money and shortening the life of this expensive piece of equipment. Periodically draining a gallon or two off the bottom can flush out the gunk and keep your water heater running at peak efficiency.

Of course, you can tackle this job yourself. The trouble is that in addition to the usual risks of do-it-yourself plumbing projects, draining a water heater carries the added risk of serious burns to yourself and serious damage to the water heater. If you have been successful with plumbing projects in the past, you can look up how to drain your own water heater and give it a try. But if you want to protect yourself, your water heater, and your home, it's best to bring in a skilled expert like the folks at All About the Pipes.
 
 
As a valued All About the Pipes customer, I love to recommend quality home service providers. When you think about it, your flooring and furniture represent a huge investment. Proper cleaning is the answer to saving money by making things last longer while looking better.
 
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If you are looking for the “best of the best” for the deep cleaning and the complete restoration of:
•       carpet and area rugs
•       leather furniture
•       outdoor furniture
•       Oriental rugs (optional free pick-up and delivery)
•       tile and grout-including outdoor patios
•       upholstery
•       pet stain removal
The Cleaner Perspective is the only choice.

They use a unique green and eco-friendly process that produces the best results—guaranteed or you don’t pay!
 
So just in time for the holidays give Tom Fenig, the owner a call directly @ 704.363.7551 to arrange a free estimate at your home or business.
 
Be sure to mention you are our customer for special savings.
 
704.363.7551
www.The CleanerPerspective.com
tom@thecleanerperspective.com
 

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Prevent Contamination With A Hose Bibb Vacuum Breaker

clock December 30, 2011 02:22 by author Chris Vigna

The last thing any homeowner wants is a backflow of contaminated water, whether into the home or the home's water source. An innocent-looking garden hose can turn into a source of contamination.

A drop in water pressure in the home or municipal water system can allow water from the hose to flow backward into the system. This can be caused by a leak, by a system pump failure, or by a sudden heavy demand elsewhere in the system. Even the expansion of sun-heated water in a hose can cause backflow.

This might not seem problematic, but garden hoses are often connected to devices to disburse soap, pesticides, or chemical fertilizers, or are left with the open end inserted in contaminated water. The hoses themselves might be made of material that can break down and contaminate the water.

A hose bibb vacuum breaker is a simple spring-loaded valve that allows water to flow out normally, but vents into the atmosphere in the event of a pressure reversal. Many can be purchased at home improvement stores and screwed on externally between the bibb and the hose.

Any homeowner with concerns about the possibility of backflow can contact a qualified home plumbing specialist such as All About the Pipes Plumbing Inc. for a consultation and help with installing, inspecting, or changing a vacuum breaker.

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Form and Function for Kitchen and Bath

clock December 5, 2011 22:54 by author Chris Vigna
 
Beautiful plumbing fixtures are older than most people realize. As early as the 18th Century B.C., the Minoan Palace in Crete offered the king indoor plumbing with faucets of precious metals and marble. Technology has improved since then, so although the typical homeowner doesn't enjoy the luxury of a gold spigot in the bathroom, he or she enjoys the even greater, more practical luxury of fine, functional faucets.

Single-handle faucets provide one-handed fine adjustment of water temperature. Aerators provide smooth flow and save water. Swivels, built-in hand-sprayers, and motion detectors enhance ease of use. All of these options can combine into a balance of luxury and economy to suit any price range.

The water needn't even flow straight down, aerated or unaerated, like a traditional faucet. Horizontal or vertical sheets of water, including fountain styles, can provide function as well as beauty. Many fixtures change flow style to fit your changing needs.

For pure drinking water, modern faucets can include the latest in filtration technology. Instant hot water saves energy and time, whether for quick beverages or for speeding up that pot of pasta.

The look can be modern or retro, cosmopolitan or rustic, functional or lavishly artistic. Down to the finest detail, kitchen and bathroom fixtures enhance any style of room. Finishes are available in stainless steel, chrome, brass, ceramic, glass, plastic, wood, and yes, even gold, silver, and marble just like the ancient kings of Crete.

The possibilities are limitless. Qualified plumbing professionals such as All About the Pipes Plumbing Inc., can put the world of choices at anyone's fingertips. 

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Those Stubborn Plumbing Clogs

clock November 21, 2011 01:52 by author Chris Vigna
It happens all the time. The teenager bathes a golden retriever in the bath tub. A cook pours a skillet full of bacon grease down the sink. The proud bearer of long silky tresses finds the shower drain clogged. A toddler flushes something down the toilet that doesn't belong there. Sometimes just the accumulation of little bits of this and that add up to a massive clog. No matter what the cause, everybody who depends on the plumbing wants it draining effectively, and not belching up anything disgusting.

Household drain cleaners and plunging have utterly failed, or only improved things a little. That's when it's time to call in a professional. A trained and experienced plumber can locate the blockage, choose the proper tool, and decide what, if anything, needs to be disconnected or dismantled in order to reach the problem.

One familiar tool is the plumber's snake -- a coiled length of flexible steel cable cranked from a spool. It takes a bit of skill to navigate to the clog and break it free, and an experienced plumber will have the touch. 

The toilet can be trickier. Sometimes a closet auger, similar to a snake but encased in a rigid, specially-shaped shaft, will do the trick. Other times, the toilet must be carefully drained and removed to get at the object that's causing the trouble.

Problems deeper in the plumbing system, such as tree roots blocking outside drain pipes, require equipment such as a power auger, which can get through nearly any of the most stubborn blockages.

Tackling a plumbing job that's beyond your skill might result in damage to your pipes and leave you with an even more expensive plumbing bill. When in doubt, your best tool remains your telephone and the number of a reliable plumbing expert.

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Options for Home Plumbing

clock November 13, 2011 04:54 by author Chris Vigna
Indoor plumbing is a public health miracle that we take for granted until something goes wrong -- especially with the disposal of the used water. That's why it's important to understand your home's plumbing system, and to keep it properly maintained.

Typically, gravity is our friend in waste water removal. A septic system uses gravity to carry the waste water to an on site septic tank, where bacteria break down much of the solid material and a septic field allows the water to gradually leave behind its contaminants while returning to the ground. A sewer system uses gravity to allow waste water to flow to a treatment plant, where a multi-step system removes solids and contaminants before returning the now-clean, potable water to the municipal supply.

A typical plumbing system
Sometimes the lay of the land doesn't cooperate with a gravity system. Lift stations are then used to carry the waste water up hill to the treatment plant. Lift systems can also be necessary for an individual home when the location of the plumbing does not allow gravity to carry the waste water to the septic tank or public sewer system.

Because of the high risk of contamination of the groundwater and the immediate environment, any home plumbing system should be constructed and maintained in keeping with local codes. Skilled plumbing professionals, such as All About the Pipes Plumbing Inc., can help home owners deal with all aspects of plumbing, ensuring that their homes remain clean, healthy, and pleasant.                 

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Greater Charlotte Biz Featuring Chris Vigna President/Owner of All About the Pipes

clock October 10, 2011 02:21 by author guest23
Plumb Crazy to Please Customers
By Barbara Fagan
 

 
 
Is your plumber on your Christmas card list? If you answered “yes” then there’s a good chance your plumber is Chris Vigna, owner and president of All About the Pipes Plumbing, Inc. 
 
In addition to Christmas cards, Vigna regularly gets Thank You cards from his customers and has even received baby gifts when he and his wife Michelle had their children. So what inspires such goodwill? Courtney Jackson, a customer since 2008, says, “All About the Pipes is extremely professional. It starts from the time you book the job until they are through with the clean up. We had an irrigation pipe burst recently, flooding the front lawn. We called their emergency number at 8:30 that night and received a phone call back within the hour.


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Tips for a Safe Return from your Summer Vacation

clock May 17, 2011 03:52 by author Chris Vigna

Going on vacation this summer? Want some quick tips to safeguard your home so you don’t come home to an underwater house?

Turn the water off at the main whole house shut off valve. If you can't find your valve or don't have a whole house emergency shut off valve give us a call at 704-559-5288. With the water off open a faucet for a few seconds to relieve pressure then turn back off. This will relieve any pressure and may prevent potential flooding while you are away. Turn  your water heater to away mode or turn off all together. http://www.ehow.com/how_4906355_turn-off-hot-water-heater.html

A common source of flooding is from your ice maker supply line and laundry supply hoses. This is a great time to visually inspect your laundry hot/cold hoses, they tend to get stress cracks over a long period of time.

While you are at it, consider turning off any other non essential devices like your television, computers, HVAC etc. Just know that things like your refrigerator are obviously going to need to stay on.

These are just some helpful hints to prevent costly and catastrophic leaks while you are away on vacation. Bon Voyage!


 

 

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Chris Vigna from All About the Pipes talks plumbing with PBS's For Your Home

clock February 14, 2011 04:56 by author guest23



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All About the Pipes Plumbing, Inc. has received the Angie's List 2010 Super Service Award!

clock February 8, 2011 07:26 by author guest23

 

 

All About the Pipes Plumbing, Inc. is extremely honored to accept the 2010 Angie's List Super Service Award for two separate categories:  Plumbing and Water Heaters.  This accomplishment is not easily obtained; in each service category the award is only given to the top 5% of companies.

Angie's List Super Service Award winners must meet strict eligibility requirements such as:  earning a minimum number of reports; maintaining an exemplary rating from customers; and abiding by Angie's List operational guidelines.  Quality, dedication, and hard work are the key ingredients in obtaining this award.

We are proud of our Super Service Awards and we recognize that our customers play a critical role in obtaining them.  As a growing organization, it is important for All About the Pipes Plumbing, Inc. to continue to receive accolades and awards.  Our organization is determined to continue providing outstanding customer service to area homeowners and contractors.  We pledge to provide professional and quality work at a fair price so that we can have a positive impact on our customers, employees, and community.

Thank you to all of our valued customers, contractors, and employees!  We appreciate your loyalty!

 

Sincerely,

Christopher R. Vigna

President/Owner

All About the Pipes Plumbing, Inc.

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All About the Pipes Plumbing Can Help

clock January 24, 2011 05:48 by author guest23

 

It is beginning to feel like spring. Along with that comes the urge to spring clean. One item that is often overlooked in the cleaning spree is  your water heater. When was the last time you had your water heater flushed. One of the main sources of water heater failure is the build up of sediment in the tank. This not only causes the tank to fail but also diminishes the efficiency of your water heater. Ever see the rust marks on your clothes and wonder where they come from.

Your water heater is one of the main culprits. While we are on the subject of the water heater have you ever wished you could just turn on your shower and it be hot and not have to wait several minutes for the hot water? Don't even mention the amount of water wasted down the drain waiting for said water to get warm. Don't know about you but  my water bill is not a pretty sight. All About the Pipes Plumbing can help you with both! We can flush your water heater to keep it at it's maximum efficiency which will ultimately save you money. We can also install a recirculation pump that will put hot water at your finger tips not to mention the fact it saves the average family of four 12000 gallons of water a year!

For more information call the professionals at All About the Pipes Plumbing, Inc. to see how we can improve the efficiency of your home and save you money!
 

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