SEASONAL TIPS
Did you know there are some common plumbing and drain issues you can avoid depending on the time of year? Choose a season below to get prepared.
Fall Tips
Chilly fall temperatures serve as a polite reminder that when winter arrives it can be sudden, often leaving homeowners unprepared for the troubles associated with extreme cold.
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Winter & Holiday Tips
Holidays bring together family, friends and a few plumbing emergencies. Holiday parties mean extra guests - and these extra guests put a serious strain on a home's plumbing system.
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Spring Tips
April showers bring May flowers and the onset of spring, which means it's time for "spring cleaning." LPJ Plumbing offers maintenance tips to protect your home against plumbing problems.
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Summer Tips
Summer is the "home buying" season. Many new homebuyers find out too late that their dream home is riddled with water leakage or a poor plumbing system.
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CONSERVATION TIPS
Water conservation is extremely important. Here are some ways you can do your part:
- Don't use excessive amounts of detergents, bleach or chemicals that may kill the natural bacteria in your septic system.
- Use biodegradable soaps and detergents.
- To prevent excessive watering of your lawn in the summertime, purchase an inexpensive spring-loaded timer which attaches directly to your outside faucet. This will prevent overwatering in case you forget to shut off the sprinkler.
- Check your water meter during a period of time when no water is being used. Make a note of the meter reading and check it 8 to 10 hours later. If the meter has moved, there is an indication that you may have an undetected water leak, which should be corrected.
- Toilets consume more than 40% of your total water usage. Installation of a new toilet flapper and fill valve will keep your toilet running efficiently.
- Conserve energy by checking the temperature setting on your water heater. It should not be above 120°F or medium setting on older models.
- Replacing an old shower head can save up to 7.5 gallons of water per minute without sacrificing full spray action at low or high water pressures.
- A dripping faucet can waste as much as 150 gallons of water each day, or 4,500 gallons per month. Repair the faucet to save water and reduce your water bill.