Plumbing Tips & News
Maintenance advice, seasonal tips, and updates from the Carolina's A1 team.
How to Winterize Your Irrigation Backflow Preventer
Your sprinkler system's backflow preventer sits outside and can crack in a hard freeze. How to shut it off and drain it before winter in the Upstate.
Is Your Water Heater Ready for Holiday Guests?
A full house means back-to-back showers and loads of dishes. Here's how to check your water heater before holiday guests arrive in the Upstate.
Thanksgiving Garbage Disposal Do's and Don'ts
Grease, peels and bones are behind most holiday kitchen clogs. What can go down the garbage disposal on Thanksgiving, and what to do if it jams.
Slow Drains All Over the House? Check the Main Line
When several drains are slow or gurgling at once, the problem is usually the main sewer line. Signs to look for, common causes, and what to do.
Why Does My Toilet Keep Clogging?
A toilet that clogs every week isn't just bad luck. Here are the real causes, from low-flow designs to a blocked vent or main line, and what actually fixes them.
Slab Leak Signs Every Homeowner Should Know
A slab leak is a water leak in pipes under a concrete foundation. Here are the warning signs, what causes them and how they're found without tearing up the whole floor.
Buying a Home? Plumbing Checks to Make First
A standard home inspection doesn't look inside the sewer line or behind the walls. Here's a plumbing checklist for buyers in Upstate SC before closing.
Why Does My House Smell Like Sewer?
A sewer smell inside the house usually has a simple cause, like a dry drain trap or a failed toilet seal. Here's how to track it down and when it's a bigger problem.
How to Find Your Main Water Shut-Off Valve
When a pipe bursts, the main shut-off valve is the fastest way to stop the damage. Here's where to find it in Upstate SC homes and how to use it.
What Counts as a Plumbing Emergency?
Not every plumbing problem needs a 2 a.m. call. Here's how to tell a true emergency from something that can wait until morning, and what to do in the meantime.
How Long Do Water Heaters Last? Signs It's Time
Most tank water heaters last around 8 to 12 years. Here's how to tell how old yours is and the warning signs that it's close to the end.
Water Heater Leaking? What to Do Right Now
A leaking water heater can go from a drip to a flood fast. Here's how to shut it down safely, find where the water is coming from, and decide on repair vs. replacement.
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