Admiral Plumbing Services Blog : Posts Tagged ‘Lake Worth’

Hydro Jetting Is the Perfect Solution for a Drain Clog

Monday, November 22nd, 2021

Sometimes when homeowners encounter a drain clog, they’ll try as hard as they can to remove it with all the tools at their disposal. From the plunger to the drain snake, we’ve seen homeowners spend day and night trying to fix a problem that is relentless. Eventually, it could feel hopeless, and your drain could seem like it’s stuck clogged forever.

Luckily, professional plumbers in Lake Worth, FL, like the ones on our team, have specialized tools designed for this kind of work. We’d like to introduce you to the hydro jet, a water-based cleaning system that can remove even the most stubborn drain clogs in any home.

We want to talk about what this process is, why it’s such a helpful service, and why even the most relentless drain clog in your home could quickly and easily be removed with a hydro jet.

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What’s Causing Your Drain to Clog?

Monday, November 8th, 2021

It’s nearing the holiday season this year, which means that more people are potentially going to be using your home’s drains. That’s not a bad thing, actually, it’s exactly what they’re designed for! As long as everyone does their part and doesn’t flush anything they shouldn’t down the drain, you should be perfectly fine, right? Well, that’s the best-case scenario.

Unfortunately, there are a lot of things that can clog a drain, most of which are materials that homeowners don’t even know their drains can’t handle. As experts of plumbing in Lake Worth, FL, we’ve taken it upon ourselves to give you a bit of a PSA before the Thanksgiving season to talk about some ways to identify the culprits of a clogged drain.

Don’t worry, we’ll even go further to talk about some solutions that can help deal with these clogging materials. Keep reading to learn more!

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Signs You Need a Sewer Line Upgrade

Monday, September 16th, 2019

If you’re having a sewer problem and you’re trying to diagnose it, it’s good to think of your sewer like a tree. Your main sewer line is the trunk of the tree where all the sewage passes through. Your secondary lines, (toilets, sinks, miscellaneous drains) are the branches on the tree that—when having issues—at least don’t affect the other branches nearly as much.

Pardon our tree analogy, but it’s incredibly helpful when talking about whether or not you need a sewer line upgrade. The trunk of your tree should be able to pass sewage effectively through it. Otherwise, you’ll see major problems in every branch of the tree (every secondary sewage system) and you’ll have many drains that lose effectiveness. A plumber in Lake Worth, FL will already know this and, when the time comes, will suggest upgrading your sewer line to make sure it can handle what your home puts through it.

So, what are some major signs that could signify a sewer line upgrade in the near future?

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Your Water Heater Might not Explode, but Have You Considered These Risks?

Monday, September 2nd, 2019

You know, life isn’t like cartoons. Not every plumbing problem turns into exploding pipes and floods. Sometimes, especially when it comes to water heaters, the issue can be more insidious. Issues like scaling and liming can cause your water heater to grow less efficient over time and eventually break down.

No, your water heater doesn’t develop scales or grow limes. We’re talking about a complex mineral growing process. In homes where hard water is more common, the mineral deposits like lime and calcium can solidify on the bottom of your water heater. There are several tips that we can provide in order to descale your water heater and help it last longer. If the problem has gotten too bad where our nifty tricks don’t help, you can always call one of our technicians for quality plumbing in Lake Worth, FL!

Listen closely and you might save a few bucks!

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Signs of Sewer Line Troubles

Monday, March 18th, 2019

split-sewer-pipeThe sewer line of your plumbing system is the main line that removes wastewater from your home and move it into the civic sewer system hygienically away from your property. Sewer lines are typically buried beneath your yard, which keeps them safe from damage that can come from weather-related wear and tear or animals. Unfortunately, though, that doesn’t mean they’re immune to all problems. After all, your landscaping could grow roots that infiltrate the sewer pipe. Even a shift in the ground can cause instability and damage.

Fortunately, all you need to do to get a qualified plumber in Lake Worth, FL is contact our team. We have the up-to-date equipment and methods needed to access your sewer line in order to repair leaks, clean out clogs, and address any other problems without needing to excavate the pipe. Of course, in order to know you have a problem with your sewer line, you have to know how to spot the signs. This can include (but isn’t limited to) the following:

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What to do in a Plumbing Emergency

Monday, May 14th, 2018

rusty-burst-pipeNot all plumbing problems are the same. Some can be left alone long enough to schedule an appointment. Fixing a pinhole leak now vs two weeks from now likely won’t incur any serious consequences. Some issues, though, can’t afford to wait any longer than is absolutely necessary before being fixed. If a ruptured pipe is spewing water into your living room, for example, you probably don’t want to wait a day or two for a plumber to come out and fix it.

Issues like that qualify as plumbing emergencies, and the first thing you should do in a plumbing emergency is call for emergency plumbing services. Find the best contractor in your area that offers emergency plumbing services, and get them headed out to fix your issue as soon as possible. While you’re waiting for your plumber to arrive, though, there are some steps that you can take to make sure that the problem does as little damage as possible.

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What Is Backflow? (And Why Should You Care?)

Monday, September 4th, 2017

backflow-prevention-assemblyMost of the plumbing appliances and fixtures in your home or on a commercial property are there for the convenience, health, and well-being of the people who actually use that property. That seems to go without stating, but there is one protective element of a plumbing system that’s not necessarily there for your own use.

A backflow preventer helps to protect your property along with the entire community—anyone else who uses the city’s water supply. Learn about backflow and why it shouldn’t be a concern for your property—provided you have the right backflow prevention measures in place—in today’s guide.

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Will Pipe Relining Stand the Test of Time?

Monday, June 12th, 2017

Inside-Tunnel-large-pipeGot older pipes in need of replacement? Many people initially assume that this process will be daunting. In the past, broken pipes needed to be completely replaced. Technicians had to dig a trench in the yard that stretched from one end to the other, leaving a mess behind, tearing up your beloved landscaping, and taking a lot of your time.

Some plumbers still elect to do it the old way. But that’s because they likely do not have the equipment to do a trenchless pipe relining. This service allows us to skip the trench in favor of digging only one hole in your yard! Today, we’re here to answer a question we hear a lot: will this work as well as pipe replacement?

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Hydro Jetting vs. Drain Snaking: A Comparison

Monday, January 16th, 2017

Sometimes, a drain clog has a simple solution. A plunger should always be your first try for a clog in the drain opening. Even baking soda and vinegar have been known to do the trick for blockage in a sink. But often, the problem is too major for these DIY solutions.

When a clog is further along in the drain line, it may only affect one sink or tub, or it may have an impact on multiple stoppages throughout the house. There are two main methods plumbers use to clear out drain clogs like this: drain snaking, using a long cable with a special tip to remove the stoppage, and hydro jetting. Let’s take a look at why you may choose one over the other.

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3 Reasons a Well Pump Fails

Monday, December 5th, 2016

As a trusted plumbing service in Lake Worth, FL, want to help everyone keep all the most important components of their plumbing systems in excellent condition. And if you use a well pump to get your water (rather than the city’s supply), you know that this is the component of your home plumbing you cannot go without.

When a well pump fails, you don’t have any means of delivering water to your faucets. Today, we want to let you know about a few common reasons well pumps fail, so that you can take the proper steps to protect yours or schedule a replacement before you are without water.

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