Pipe Repair & Replacement

Clogs are probably the third biggest threat to your pipes, behind pressure changes and freezing. While you may be tempted to use liquid drain cleaners to get rid of pipe clogs, the chemicals in these products are very toxic and can eat away at your pipes. They also tend to be ineffective, often sitting on top of clogs rather than eating through them. If you cannot resolve a clog with a plunger or a plumbing snake, contact our experienced plumbers to clear your lines safely. Remember, you can avoid many clogs by not flushing items like paper towels, cotton balls, tampons, pads, and even so-called “flushable” wipes down your toilet (basically, go with toilet paper or nothing.) You should also be careful to only put light food scraps in your garbage disposal.

We already discussed above how high water pressure is extremely bad for your pipes, but did you know that low water pressure isn’t good either? If you are frequently experiencing poor water pressure in your home, or if your water pressure has dropped suddenly, without warning, it could be because you are dealing with a pipe leak. Speaking of…

Sometimes, taking care of a leak is extremely easy, and simply requires replacing a gasket/washer or tightening a connection. In these cases, you may even be able to repair the leak on your own. However, if you continue to notice leaks coming from your pipes, it is imperative that you call a plumber. Even small leaks can spiral out of control over time, raising your water bills and resulting in substantial damage.

If you have noticed rust in your water, or directly in your piping, it’s probably time to get some pipes replaced. It’s not uncommon for this to happen to metal pipes after years of use and the elevated iron levels rust indicate aren’t inherently dangerous. However, drinking rusty water for long periods of time definitely isn’t good for you, plus it’s simply not a taste most people want in their drinking water.

If your water either tastes or smells bad, you could be dealing with a big problem. A sulfuric, sewage-like odor may indicate a leak in your sewer line, which in turn might lead to a nasty back-up. If this smell is accompanied by contaminated water that tastes or looks funny, call a plumber right away, as you could be at risk of ingesting water that’s dangerous and unclean.

As we mentioned above, that banging or “water hammer” noise in your pipes indicates your water pressure is too high. You may also hear your pipes emit a humming frequency when you are dealing with excessive water pressure. However, there are other problems associated with noisy pipes, too. For instance, a gurgling sound may be a sign there’s a clog in your pipes. If you hear your pipes rattling, that may indicate they are loose and not held in place properly. And a high-pitched whistling can come from your pipes if a small but important part, such as a washer, falls off.