Hutchins Plumbing & Air Conditioning Blog : Archive for the ‘Plumbing’ Category

Is Your Plumbing System Leaking?

Monday, October 4th, 2021

There are a lot of homeowners out there who might laugh at the title of this blog post. They think, how can someone be unsure that their plumbing system is leaking? Isn’t it obvious?

While we’d like to think most plumbing leaks are exactly like the ones we see on TV and in cartoons growing up. It’s easy to recognize water gushing from a big gaping hole in your pipes. However, the truth is that most plumbing leaks aren’t like this. It’s entirely plausible that you’ve got a plumbing leak occurring right under your nose, and it’s wasting precious water and money.

Are you 100% sure that you don’t have a small leak in your plumbing system? A plumber in Plano, TX can help you figure that out. The goal of this blog post is to give you some tools to help find and locate any leaks in your home’s plumbing.

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Drain Cleaning Chemicals DON’T Work

Monday, September 6th, 2021

We wanted to be absolutely clear with the title of this blog. The whole world could be divided into two groups of people—those who think chemicals can be used to clean a drain, and those who stay as far away from those kinds of chemicals as possible. And we’re firmly in the second group.

We’d like to highlight a few things that homeowners might not know about these chemicals and what they do. This will range from their ineffectiveness to just how toxic they can be for the ecosystem and your property. Take it from us, your local plumbers in Carrollton, TX, since we see the inside of your pipes after you use those chemicals. We know what they do, we know what they’re made of, and trust us, it’s not pretty!

Thankfully, it’s pretty easy to stay away from chemical drain cleaners. Just call us to have your drain cleaned properly!

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3 Ways You Might Be Neglecting Your Plumbing

Monday, July 26th, 2021

We understand that your home’s plumbing system might not be the most exciting topic of conversation. Especially if you’ve got many hobbies, family members, and events that can hold your attention, it becomes easy for our plumbing appliances to sink further and further into the background.

For those homeowners who really don’t have the time or interest in thinking about their plumbing, we recommend you sign up for routine maintenance and drain cleaning from professional plumbers on our team. We’re plumbers in Plano, TX who specialize in regular care so homeowners can focus on the important aspects of life.

However, if you’re interested in learning about a few ways you might be neglecting your plumbing system, then we urge you to keep reading. We want homeowners to be more informed about their plumbing appliances. No blog post can replace professional care, but this is a good start!

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3 Secret Advantages of a Garbage Disposal

Monday, April 19th, 2021

Garbage disposal systems might seem like a luxury, until you witness the terrible state of most kitchen drains in our area. People send food waste and other contaminants down the drain to the point where they’re experiencing a clog every year when a garbage disposal could help reduce this number substantially. We’re not here to convince you to buy a garbage disposal, we’re just here to change your perspective on these systems a little bit. They’re not as much a luxury as they are a high-tech solution to a problem we experience every year.

Don’t try and invest in a garbage disposal without the help of professional plumbing in McKinney, TX. Our team specializes in the setup and maintenance of these kinds of systems, so you’ll be in good hands going forward. Just remember that the more you know about this technology, the easier a decision might be.

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5 Things You Can Do to Stop Clogs Today

Monday, April 5th, 2021

What would you think if we told you that you have tools around you to stop a clog right now? Unless your clog is at the absolute worst state, in which the only solution is to call a plumber, sometimes there are ways that homeowners can deal with them on their own. Between preventing the creation of a drain clog, and the household solutions for dealing with a forming one, there are various things you can do.

Don’t give up, and don’t just call the cheapest plumber in Plano, TX. Follow along with what we’re about to say and if you run into any trouble, our team can help. We provide affordable rates as well as the peace of mind knowing that you’re working with a friendly and reliable company. We won’t take advantage of you and we promise we’ll help you through this unfortunate plumbing experience.

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Protecting Pipes From Freezing

Monday, February 22nd, 2021

We hope everyone out there is getting along alright. This has been a very hard few weeks for homeowners in the Plano area, and we just want to tell you that we’re here for you. Give us a call if you need help, and make sure you’re in contact with loved ones so we can all get through this together.

If your pipes haven’t already frozen from the cold spell we’ve received, then you’re one of the lucky ones. But you might not be lucky for long. If you’re looking to avoid having to call us for piping in Plano, TX, then let’s talk about insulating pipes.

It might not be as hard as you think to keep your pipes from freezing, and we’ll tell you everything you need to know going forward. Just remember to call us if you need help!

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Here’s What to Do About Slow Drains

Monday, February 8th, 2021

They’re not quite clear, but they’re not quite clogged… They’re just slow! Slow drains are a problem for homeowners because they leave people feeling uneasy as to whether they should call for plumbing help or just “deal” with it. While yes, a plumber in McKinney, TX can help you with your slow drain, that might not be a good enough answer for you.

Homeowners want to know what slow drains mean. Sometimes they could signal that a drain clog is forming, while other times they could mean a problem with your sewer system getting backed up. If you’re scared about what could be going on with your drains, then we’ve got you covered. Let’s talk about what you as a homeowner can do about your slow drains, what they likely signify, and why a plumber has all the right equipment to deal with them.

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Mesh Screens Will Change Your Life!

Monday, November 30th, 2020

Okay, before you say anything, we’re talking about plumbing here. No, a mesh screen won’t help you change a flat on the side of the highway, nor will it be very helpful when you’ve got a power outage. However, once we get to the subject of plumbing, mesh screens can be a huge game-changer.

The important thing is limiting the amount of gunk that gets flushed down our drain so that we don’t need to deal with too many clogs, right? Any plumber in Plano, TX will tell you that a mesh screen, or some kind of drain guard, will help reduce the amount of waste that gets sent into your drain, and help keep things clog-free.

Don’t worry, we’ll get into the specifics about how mesh screens really provide that much relief, and what you can do if you’re still suffering from drain woes.

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Garbage Disposal: Your New Best Friend

Monday, November 2nd, 2020

We’re going to be honest, we’ve never met any homeowners that didn’t absolutely love their new garbage disposal. That’s because these kinds of systems are just so convenient and efficient, that there’s really no reason to not want one. If you’d like to know more about them, then we can absolutely cover the essentials that have to do with garbage disposals in this blog post.

More importantly, we’d like to cover why we’re the best team to install your new garbage disposal. After all, you might be able to find a garbage disposal model, and find some DIY tutorial online or pay the same contractor you have been for a quick installation. But is just doing “what you’ve always been doing” for plumbing in Plano, TX really the best mentality to have?

No, we don’t think it is.

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We Give Chemical Drain Cleaners a Hard Pass

Monday, October 5th, 2020

Pouring chemical drain cleaners down your drain is similar to pouring water into your car’s gas tank. This is just a disaster waiting to happen. We’re proponents of your plumbing system just like a mechanic is a proponent of your car, and we’re here to tell you that chemical drain cleaners are an inadequate solution to a problem that needs fixing.

If you care at all about the status of your drains, then you’ll aim more towards calling a plumber in Plano, TX. Pouring chemical drain cleaners down your drain can make drain clogs worse and can ultimately end up costing you more in the long run.

Keep reading as we get into detail about this down below. We’ll talk about why this is the case and why nothing beats the help and attention of a professional plumber.

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