The Smell Good Plumber
Drain Cleaning
May 24, 2022
If you’re dealing with a clog too stubborn for a plunger but you’re not ready to throw in the towel yet, a manual drain snake may be your best bet. A plumber’s snake or drain auger is a tool that “snakes” down into pipes to remove clogs. Snaking a pipe is the middle ground between […]
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Plumbing
May 20, 2022
You’re about to brush your teeth but when you turn the water on a stream of brown, cloudy mush drizzles out. Yuck! Rust colored water isn’t normally harmful, but it can be disturbing. If you have water coming out brown from your faucet, it could be due to corroded pipes, mineral build up or utility […]
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Water Services
May 18, 2022
Newer water heater technology means better energy savings and water savings for your home. The National Appliance Energy Conservation Act of 2015 regulates high efficiency standards for all residential tank-type gas, electric, oil and tankless gas water heaters manufactured in the U.S. Upgrading your old water heater could lead to bigger savings in the long run. […]
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Plumbing
April 13, 2022
Do not put dish soap in your dishwasher. The difference between dish soap and dishwashing detergent is that dishwashing detergent does NOT create suds, but dish soap does. The idea of a dishwasher overflowing with bubbles might paint a funny picture but, it’s also big, messy problem. Putting dish soap in a dishwasher once is a […]
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Electrical Services
April 11, 2022
Have you ever thought to yourself, “Where does my electricity come from?” It’s a bigger question than you might realize! Every one of Los Angeles electricity-using structures connects to our gigantic, state-spanning, billion-dollar power system. Your humble home is one end of LA electricity story spanning hundreds of miles and involving thousands of people. The […]
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Drain Cleaning
February 23, 2022
If tree roots or other debris get into your sewer line, the resulting backup can be a huge (and smelly) inconvenience. A clog in your sewer line could bring your whole plumbing system to an unpleasant halt. To get the water moving, you need to get into the sewer and clear away the obstruction . […]
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Gas
January 10, 2022
Since 2000, all newly constructed buildings in California must install earthquake shut-off valves. Local law enforcement agencies enforce them when issuing building permits. Despite the fact that earthquake shut-off valves could save your life, however, many Californians don’t know what they are or haven’t installed them in their older homes. Is your home protected in the event of a major […]
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Plumbing
December 14, 2021
When a pipe bursts or an appliance starts to leak, you can’t always afford to wait for a plumber. Water damage will take its toll quickly. Knowing a few basic but important plumbing quick fixes can make a big difference in how you recover from a plumbing disaster. Here are some easy repairs you can perform […]
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Drain Cleaning
December 3, 2021
Do you have a mysterious, unpleasant odor in your kitchen? Something that doesn’t go away, no matter how many times you mop or take out the garbage? Check your kitchen sink. Your kitchen sink might be the hardest working plumbing appliance in your home. If there’s a problem with it, chances are the food you […]
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HVAC
November 22, 2021
When it’s cold outside (even in LA), you need the right furnace to heat your home evenly and efficiently. A furnace can only do its job properly if it’s the right size for the space it’s heating. Too big and it will switch on and off frequently, too small and it will run constantly. Neither […]
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