How to Spot Frozen Pipes Before It’s Too Late
Let’s dive into a common wintertime issue that can cause a real headache if not addressed promptly: frozen pipes. Identifying and fixing this problem swiftly is crucial to avoid potential damage. How do you tell if your pipes have given in to the chill? Spotting Frost or Ice: A Clear Indicator The most obvious hint […]
Telltale Signs of a Sewer Line Problem
One of the biggest problems any Littleton homeowner can face is a clogged sewer line. If you have been having odd issues with your home’s plumbing fixtures, they could be signs of an issue with your sewer line. The following are signs of a home sewer line problem, so stay vigilant and contact the professionals […]
How to Prevent Winter Water Damage in Your Home
Winter can involve heavy precipitation in some areas of the country. Snow and ice accumulation can cause severe property damage unless you take preventative measures. Efficient Plumbing in Littleton, CO can help you with clogged drains and a variety of residential plumbing services, but we believe it is also important for homeowners to know how […]
Make Sure Your Plumbing System Works Properly This Summer!
Well, we have made it through the harsh temperatures of winter and the rainy storms of spring. Now, it is officially summertime and the weather is just begging for some fun in the sun activities. This is the best time of the year – when families enjoy spending time together taking vacations, road trips, […]
4 Things You Should Never Do To Your Plumbing System
If you are a homeowner, then you know the importance of the investment you have made in your home. And, not just the investment of money but, also of time and memories. It is important to keep the systems of your home kept up so that the value of your home stays intact. There are […]
Schedule Your Plumbing Maintenance For 2016
2015 has quickly come to a close and it has been a great year! Now is the time to look back over the last 12 months and reflect on all of the wonderful things that happened, and even those things that could have gone better. Another good tradition for the end of the year is […]
3 Don’ts For Your Holiday Plumbing Use
Keeping your home’s plumbing system well-maintained is an important part of preventing a major plumbing emergency. This is especially true during this time of year when the cold weather can be very damaging to pipes, fixtures, and fittings. Much of your plumbing system is buried in the ground under your home. The system is designed […]
How To Safely Use Electricity Near Your Plumbing System
Staying safe while working on home improvement projects is a concern for all homeowners. But, this is especially true when working with your electrical and plumbing systems. The challenge is when these two systems cross paths. Everyone knows that water and electricity do not mix, and yet in several locations throughout your home, electricity and […]
Sulfuric Acid Will Damage Your Plumbing System
Clogs are frustrating No one likes them; no one needs them; and certainly, no one wants them. Can you guess what that is? Clogs! But, clogs do happen. Kitchen sinks, bathroom sinks, showers, tubs, toilets… absolutely any kind of drain is accessible to this frustrating situation. And, as a homeowner you will most definitely want […]
Are Your Kids Drinking Lead from the Garden Hose?
Drinking water safety Most garden hoses are made of one of three different materials (or a combination of two): rubber, PVC (polyvinyl chloride), or polyurethane. The material least likely to be drinking water safe is PVC as most vinyls use lead (among other metals) and plasticizers containing phthalates in their production. Healthystuff.org recommends PVC-free hoses, and your Littleton plumbing specialists agree with […]
