Performance Plumbing Blog: Posts Tagged ‘St. Louis’

When to Call for Drain Cleaning Services

Monday, November 12th, 2018

sink-drainingHow often do you think about your home’s plumbing system? Chances are, not a whole lot! Even though this is the case, when something goes wrong, you’ll sure be grateful for a highly trained and experienced plumbing company to come manage the issue.

This is particularly true if the problem is more than something simple like a drippy faucet or a pinhole leak in a visible pipe. Some problems extend deeper than this—literally—into your drain and sewer system. If this portion of your plumbing system isn’t properly cared for, then you could find yourself facing serious issues.

There’s good news, though! It’s easy to care for your drain system. You can do this by scheduling drain cleaning on a routine basis to ensure that your plumbing system is well maintained. Or you can schedule these services as needed, but, how do you know when they’re needed? A couple indicators are:

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3 Things You Should Never Do When Remodeling

Monday, September 17th, 2018

BathroomRemodeling is fraught with all kinds of pitfalls, even if you’ve done it before and have a good idea of how it works.

Each room is different, and remodeling the bathroom in your current house might present an entirely different set of challenges than when you had it done at your last house. There are a lot of different things that you should do and be aware of when you embark on a remodeling project. It’s important to figure out the cost and make key decisions about your bathroom renovation before you start, as understanding your budget and options can help you avoid unexpected issues. Bathroom remodeling projects can include powder rooms, master bathrooms, guest bathrooms, or accessible bathrooms. Signature Kitchen & Bath offers a free consultation for homeowners considering a bathroom remodel, which can be a helpful starting point. There are also certain things that you should never do, if you want your project to go as smoothly as possible—homeowners often need to figure out their options and make decided choices to avoid common pitfalls. Let’s go over three of the things in that latter category below.

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Some Tips On Making Your Bathroom Remodel Go Smoothly

Monday, August 20th, 2018
Modern bathroom remodel featuring a glass shower, bathtub, double vanity, and elegant wall decor.

The bathroom is one of the most commonly targeted areas when it comes to remodeling services, and no surprise. Considering how much time the average person spends there, and the role it plays in the daily routine, of course you’d want it to be as comfortable as possible! Before you go speeding off to pick out new fixtures and the like, though, we’d recommend taking a look at some of our tips on making sure that your remodeling project goes as smoothly as possible.

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Plumbing Problems and Their Symptoms

Monday, August 6th, 2018

frozen-pipe-rupturePlumbing issues come in many shapes and sizes. Some require immediate repairs, while some can at least wait for an appointment to be made. None of them should be ignored, though. Many plumbing issues can be difficult to detect outside of professional maintenance and repair appointments, which makes it all the more important that you call for repairs when you notice one. So, let’s take a look at some of the common symptoms that indicate your plumbing is dealing with some sort of issue. The faster you can detect issues with your plumbing, the faster you can have it repaired.

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What You Should Know Before Remodeling Your Kitchen

Monday, July 23rd, 2018

Kitchen-SinkThe kitchen is one of the most common areas that get remodeled in the home, and no wonder. It’s a very important part of the house! People spend a lot of time in their kitchens, using them for preparing meals, entertaining guests, etc. etc. Why wouldn’t you want your kitchen to be as efficient and inviting as possible? Before you start tearing everything out and replacing it, though, there are some things that you need to know.

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Common Water Heater Problems to Watch For

Monday, July 9th, 2018

tank-water-heaterWater heaters are fairly solid systems, but they’re not immune to issues. Sooner or later, they will develop problems even with careful maintenance. In cases like those, it’s best that you be able to identify them as quickly as possible. The faster you can pinpoint issues affecting your system, the faster you can have them repaired and the better off your water heater will be. With that in mind, let’s take a look at some of the more common water heater issues and their warning signs.

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Bathroom Remodeling Options You Should Consider

Monday, May 28th, 2018

BathroomThe bathroom is one of the most heavily remodeled areas in the average home. Of course it is! It’s a vital part of your daily routine, you spend more time in there than you probably realize, and it’s often one of the first places that most guests to your home will see.

So, if you’re remodeling your bathroom this summer, make sure that you have it set up exactly the way you like it. Check out some of the bathroom remodeling options we’ve outlined below to help you get started on brainstorming options for your own bathroom. You can also plan the perfect bathroom remodel with expert guidance for best results.

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Why Your Water Heater Isn’t Providing Enough Hot Water

Monday, April 30th, 2018

water-heater-repairThere are a few different possible symptoms that your water heater is struggling in some way. One of the more obvious ones, of course, is if the system isn’t actually providing any hot water. If your water heater isn’t providing the level of hot water that it should be, there might be a couple of different reasons why. Have a look below for a list of issues that can cause this, and what can be done about them.

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Keep Your Plumbing System Healthy with These Expert Tips

Monday, April 16th, 2018

Pipe-RuptureIt can be very difficult to keep your plumbing system healthy throughout the years, with much of the system being hidden from sight and all. Sitting around and waiting for problems to present themselves is not really the best tactic to use if you want to keep your system in good shape, though. Plumbing issues are subtle, and tend not to give off symptoms until they are quite far along. If you want to keep your plumbing system as healthy as possible, there are a couple of different steps you can take. Read on for more on these steps, and the advantages they can provide.

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Why It Might be a Good Idea for You to Install an Automatic Shutoff Valve

Monday, March 19th, 2018

frozen-pipe-ruptureHave you ever had a plumbing emergency in your home? We mean one where water was pouring all over the floor and you had to run around keeping everything as dry as possible while phoning a plumber? If you have, then you’re going to appreciate what we have to say in this post. If you haven’t, then you should know that it will probably happen at some point so you should pay attention anyway. Let’s take a look at why it’s a good idea to install an automatic shutoff valve in your home.

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