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Plumbing Tips

What to Do When You Have No Hot Water

There could be a number of reasons why you’re getting no hot water in the house. The fix could be as quick as flipping the circuit breaker, lighting the pilot light, or you might have to clean out the entire hot water tank from sediment buildup, replace the heating element

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Can’t Find an Odor in Your House?

If you have a mysterious smell in your house, there could be a number of culprits. Some of these you can tackle yourself; the solution could be as simple as taking out the garbage. For other issues, you will need to call in the expert backup; that mildew smell could

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How to Clear a Clogged Plumbing Vent

Plumbing vents are part of your home’s complete plumbing system, which includes drain pipes, vent pipes, drain lines, vent stacks, and the plumbing fixtures that are attached to the drainage system such as your kitchen sink, water heater, toilets, showers, and the wastewater drainage pipes that carry the wastewater to

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How to Insulate Your Water Heater

If your water heater is in an attic, basement, or garage that is uninsulated or unheated, an insulation blanket might be the ticket to a more energy efficient water heater. It is best to get an insulation blanket that is valued at R-11 or higher; the number following the R

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Tips for an Emergency Burst Pipe Repair

There are some plumbing pieces and tools available from most hardware stores that Kansas City homeowners should consider always having on hand, as the cost is not high but when a plumbing emergency happens you’ll be glad you have them. Tools and items such as a pipe cutter, PVC, new

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When Is It Time to Call the Plumber?

Even the most proficient do-it-yourselfer will need expert help from time to time. This is especially apparent in a plumbing emergency. But even many seemingly commonplace issues would still be best left to the expertise of a Kansas City plumber, saving you both time and money. One such instance is

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