Admiral Plumbing Services Blog : Archive for March, 2023

What CAN You DIY?

Monday, March 27th, 2023

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Plumbing systems are complicated. And with new technological breakthroughs, they’re becoming even more complex. It’s becoming pretty normal to call a plumber for any problem that comes your way.

And, to make things even worse, a faulty DIY or amateur job can lead to some pretty serious problems like a leaking pipe or a poorly set-up appliance.

So, the big question becomes when is it actually possible to do any recommended DIY work? What even is DIY?

Steer clear of those online guides or tutorials that tell you how to do things like pipe replacement or leak detection in Jupiter, FL on your own. But perhaps the following few projects could be perfect for you and the family.

Just make sure that when things get extra stressful, or when you start feeling like you’re in over your head, you contact a trusted plumber to get the job done!

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The Science Behind a Slab Leak

Monday, March 13th, 2023

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When we think of slab leaks, it can be easy to forget about what’s actually happening and focus on the costs or stress that comes from this kind of situation.

Yes, a slab leak can be a stressful experience. And absolutely, a slab leak can be one of the most expensive repairs for a home based on how difficult they are to fix.

But there’s a scientific process going on that might shed light as to why these situations are so tricky, and how they happen in the first place.

A slab leak has to do with the foundation of your home meeting water. Most foundations are built out of concrete, cinder blocks, and even stone, which can be porous enough to let water pass through them in certain areas.

But when water starts to develop underneath the foundation of your home, or in small cracks that are starting to cause separation, then you’ve got a slab leak in Boynton Beach, FL that requires repairs.

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