Posts Tagged ‘Bathroom Plumbing’

Abington Plumbing Question: What are Low Flow Toilets?

Monday, May 14th, 2012

You probably have more than one toilet in your Abington home, which can account for up to 30 percent of your home’s water use. Therefore, it is not surprising to learn that the type of toilet you have can have a big impact on how much water you use every day.

High efficiency or low flow toilets use much less water than standard toilets, which saves water each and every flush. Modern toilets use no more than 3.5 gallons of water per flush, but low flow toilet use much less, generally between 1.6 and 1.1 gallons.

That might not seem like a huge difference, but the water savings till add up quickly. A low flow toilet can save you up to 12,000 gallons of water a year! If you have a large family or a lot of bathrooms, you could save even more. Saving that much water is not only good for your wallet, it is also good for the environment.

Some people might have concerns about the effectiveness of low flow toilets, but the ones made today work even better than their standard counterparts. Though they use less water, they are especially designed with improved hydraulics to make sure that are effective. They also are no more likely to clog than the toilet that you have in your home now.

While a new toilet isn’t a large investment, it is one that will be in your home for a long time. If you have a toilet that was installed before 1980, you could be using up to 5 gallons of water every time you flush. Getting a low flow toilet will save you water for many years to come, so even if your current system is still working, you should think about having one installed. It’s a great upgrade for almost any home, and it will help you save significantly on your water bills!

If you are interested in having a low-flow toilet installed in Abington, give Resolve Rooter a call!

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Bathtub Replacement: Why You Should Call a East Brunswick Contractor

Wednesday, February 8th, 2012

A bathtub replacement in your East Brunswick home is not something you will have to worry about every day. However, there will likely come a time when you do need to get rid of your old tub and put in a new one. Whether your old tub is simply beyond repair or you just decided that it was time for a change, putting in a new bathtub is a significant undertaking.

Even if you have considerable plumbing skills, you would do well to hire an outside contractor to take care of a bathtub replacement or installation project. There are a lot of factors to take into account when you are installing a bathtub in your home, and experienced contractors know what to look for and how to adjust to the various situations that can arise.

For one thing, you will probably have a very hard time physically moving both the old tub being replaced and the new on that needs to go in. And even if you are physically capable of moving this type of heavy equipment, you will still run the risk of damaging other parts of your house in the process. A skilled contractor with a team can much more easily get an old tub out and a new tub in place.

Plus, when you hire a contractor for this type of work, you will most likely not have to worry about how to dispose of your old tub once you are done with it. The majority of contractors will take care of this type of disposal for you, which is a big help since you probably do not want an old bathtub sitting in your yard indefinitely.

Another thing to consider is that the plumbing work needed to properly put a bathtub in place is rather complicated. You need to have relatively advanced plumbing skills in order to carry it out properly. And if you do not manage to complete a proper installation, you will have no end of problems later on. It is well worth the investment to have Resolve Rooter come in and install your bathtub when the alternative is paying for more costly repairs later on.

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Stroudsburg Plumbing Repair Guide: Common Toilet Problems

Monday, February 6th, 2012

The toilet is one of our most important parts of your Stroudsburg home’s plumbing. But it also prone to its fair share of problems. Let’s take a look at some common toilet problems and how to fix them.

  1. Running
    Perhaps the most common of toilet annoyances is the constantly running toilet. Not only is the sound irritating, but it can result in high water bills and cause your septic tank to overflow.  Fortunately, it is simple to diagnose and fix. Just look into the tank at the flapper. If it is not seated properly, adjust the chain to give more slack. If that doesn’t solve the problem, the flapper may be worn and need to be replaced.
  1. Slow draining bowl
    A weak flush is usually caused by clogged flush holes, which are underneath the rim of the bowl. Clearing these holes will fix the problem.
  1. Phantom flush
    Although it won’t actually flush, sometimes you may hear the tank spontaneously start to refill as though someone has just flushed. This just means the water is leaking out of the tank, which can usually be fixed with a new flapper, as with problem #1.
  1. Suction sounds
    If you flush the toilet and hear sucking or gurgling sounds emanating from the tub or sink, that usually indicates a clogged vent pipe. Such clogs usually originate in the roof, such as a dead bird falling into vent pipe up there. You may be best served by calling a plumber to fix this one, in order to avoid making the problem larger.
  1. Clogged or overflowing
    Lastly, of course, is the clogged or overflowing toilet. While wearing gloves and holding your nose, use a plunger or pipe snake to clear the drain. If that doesn’t get it done, the clog may be too large to handle without professional equipment, so you had better call a plumber.

For any problems with your plumbing, call Resolve Rooter today for expert plumbing repair!

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Flemington Plumbing Installation Tip: How to Replace a Bathroom Faucet

Wednesday, January 11th, 2012

Whether your old faucet is broken or you just want to spruce up the bathroom a bit in your Flemington home, installing a new faucet is a relatively cheap and easy solution. It is one plumbing project that can be done via the DIY route, it takes only a few hours to do and it does not cost much.

Before you get started, make sure you have chosen the right type of faucet as a replacement. There are a few different kinds and you will want to replace the old sink with a similar kind in order to prevent problems and headaches during and after installation. If you’re unsure what kind you need, either consult the manual, take a picture to bring with you to the store or have a professional take a look at it.

Once you have the right faucet picked out, it’s time to get to work:

  1. As always, turn off the water supply. There should be shutoff valves for the hot and cold water supplies right underneath the sink to make it easy on you.
  2. Unscrew the drain collar from the drain rim. Making sure everything is clean, place the house in the center of the middle hole. Screw it in place with the mounting nut. Tighten it up with a basin wrench, but take care not to over tighten. This can crack the porcelain.
  3. To install the hot and cold valves, begin by loosening the mounting nut on one and removing it. Replace it with the corresponding new valve. Repeat on the other side.
  4. Screw the braided lines to the valves you just installed, as well as to the spout. Tighten with a wrench, but again take care not to over tighten.
  5. Secure the faucet handles onto the valves that you installed in step #3. Make sure to put each handle on the correct valve.
  6. Fit the supply lines. You may have to do some cutting if you are using rigid supply lines rather than braided ones.
  7. Assemble and connect the pop-up drain assembly. You may have to test and adjust it a few times in order to get the right fit when open and closed. Secure the rods in place.
  8. Turn the water back on and check for leaks. Turn on the faucet for a bit to flush out the system before using.

Your sparkling new faucet is all set! If you run into any problems, call your Flemington plumber.

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