Benefits of Hydro Jetting
The system of drains in your Raleigh area home has to endure years of exposure to grease, detergents, soap scum, mineral deposits, and waste. Over time, drainage pipes can accumulate a layer of grease and sludge that constricts their performance. This inner coating of grunge can also trap food or other organic waste that promotes […]
3 Ways That Regular Drain Cleaning Helps Your Home
The plumbing system in your Raleigh home is critical to your overall comfort and peace of mind. Because of its important role, when something does go wrong it can really be inconvenient and expensive to fix. Performing regular maintenance on the appliances and equipment in your home is a great way to positively impact your […]
Common Causes of Slow Drains
We’ve all stood in showers with a clogged drain and watched the water slowly rise up our ankles. Slow drains can be a huge annoyance. But what’s worse is that if they aren’t dealt with, they can become a serious concern for your home. Some clogged drains need the attention of a professional Durham plumber. […]
Pros and Cons of Tankless Water Heaters
In recent years, there has been a growing interest by many Chapel Hill homeowners in tankless water heating technology. In the past, water heating was done almost entirely with tank water heaters – systems that heated a large volume of water and stored it in a tank to be distributed throughout your home as needed. […]
Why Replace Old Plumbing Fixtures and Pipes?
If you’re living in an older home, there are several ways to tell it’s time to change the old pipes and fixtures in your Durham home. The most obvious sign it’s time to change the pipes is low water pressure. Over time, old galvanized pipes can rust and get build-up in them, slowing the water […]
Gas vs Electric Water Heaters
In most households, 25% of the energy used every month goes into heating water for daily tasks like cooking, cleaning, and bathing. Like many other home appliances, water heaters in Wake Forest have also improved greatly over the years, and especially in the last decade or so. More energy efficient models are available now, which […]
How Are Water Leaks Detected?
Water leakage not only leads to wasted water but also contributes to higher water bills month after month. You can avoid this waste and lower your monthly bill by taking steps to find the source of the water leakage in your home and have it repaired by JD Service Now’s experienced plumbers. How do you […]
Have You Had Your Water Tested For Chlorine?
Are you happy with your water quality Does it have a funny taste or smell Did you know that chlorine is present in most municipal water at levels equal to what is used in a swimming pool Swimming pools should have a chlorine content of 1-3 parts per million with an average of 2 parts […]
Do Sump Pumps Need Electricity?
Sump pumps are used in basements or near foundations of buildings where water accumulates from rain or a high water table level. Sump pumps are installed in a sump pit with a gravel base at the lowest ground level. As the pit fills with water, the sump pump pumps the accumulated water away from the […]