Author: JimLouis

Bucs Season Plumbing Playbook: Host Like a Tampa Bay Pro (With Cass Plumbing on Your Sideline)

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When the 2025 Tampa Bay Buccaneers season kicks off, game-day energy surges from Raymond James Stadium to living rooms across Hillsborough, Pinellas, and Pasco. Along with the cheers and the cannons, your home’s plumbing takes a beating—kitchen disposals grind all day, guest baths cycle nonstop, and older drain lines see more action than they have all summer. I’ve lived and worked around Tampa Bay long enough to know: if you prep smart and have a trusted local team on speed dial, you’ll sail through every down. And around here, that team is Cass Plumbing—the family-owned Tampa plumber that’s ...
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Tampa Homeowners: What to Do When Your Water Heater Dies

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❄️ Cold Shower? Here’s Why Your Water Heater Might Be to Blame There’s nothing like starting your day with a sudden splash of ice-cold water. Whether you’re bathing, washing dishes, or doing laundry, hot water plays a vital role in daily life. When your water heater fails, it's not just an inconvenience—it can disrupt your entire routine. At Cass Plumbing, we get dozens of calls each month from Tampa homeowners dealing with issues like: No hot water at all Lukewarm water despite cranking the dial Rusty water coming from taps Water puddles around the heater ...
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Why You Shouldn’t Ignore a Leaky Faucet in Tampa

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🚱 The Hidden Cost of a “Small” Leak That rhythmic “drip… drip… drip…” may not seem urgent, but it can cost you more than you think. According to the EPA, a faucet dripping at a rate of one drop per second can waste over 3,000 gallons of water per year—that’s equivalent to 180 showers. In Tampa, where utility costs can add up, this can translate into hundreds of dollars in wasted water each year. More importantly, that leak could be a warning sign of underlying plumbing issues waiting to escalate. 🔎 Common Causes of Faucet Leaks Worn-out washers or O-rings: These small parts degrade...
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Why Your Tampa Business Can’t Afford Plumbing Downtime

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When you run a business in Tampa, time is money—and plumbing problems can bring everything to a screeching halt. Whether you operate a restaurant in Ybor City, a medical office in Carrollwood, a retail shop in Hyde Park, or a hotel near Clearwater Beach, plumbing downtime is more than an inconvenience—it’s a direct threat to your operations, revenue, and reputation. 💧 Plumbing Downtime Hurts Productivity and Profits A leaking pipe, clogged drain, or malfunctioning water heater can shut down bathrooms, halt food service, flood inventory areas, and even force temporary closure. Customers and...
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The Hidden Dangers Behind DIY Plumbing Fixes

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Plumbing systems are intricate. Pipes run behind walls, beneath floors, and connect to city water and sewer lines that must meet local codes. What might appear to be a simple issue—like a slow drain or small leak—could be a symptom of a deeper problem. Here’s what can go wrong: 1. Water Damage and Mold Growth A small leak that’s improperly fixed can lead to major water damage behind walls and under floors. Tampa’s humid climate makes homes especially susceptible to mold, which can be hazardous to your health and cost thousands to remediate. 2. Burst Pipes Applying the wrong pressure, usi...
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Slab Leaks in Tampa: A Hidden Threat Beneath Your Home — Call Cass Plumbing for Expert Help

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In Tampa, Florida, many homes are built on concrete slab foundations. While this design helps protect against Florida’s moisture-rich soil and frequent rains, it also comes with a hidden risk: slab leaks. A slab leak occurs when a pipe running beneath the concrete foundation breaks, corrodes, or bursts. These leaks often go unnoticed until major damage is done—causing high water bills, foundation cracks, mold growth, and even structural failure. Fortunately, Cass Plumbing, Tampa Bay’s most trusted plumbing company, knows exactly how to find, fix, and prevent slab leaks—fast. 🔍 Why Slab Le...
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Tampa Drain Clogs & Sewer Backups: Why Cass Plumbing Is the Name to Trust

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In Tampa’s warm, humid climate, plumbing systems work overtime. Heavy rain, shifting soil, and older sewer lines can quickly lead to stubborn drain clogs and sewer backups that put your home—and your health—at risk. If you’ve ever stepped into a shower only to find dirty water creeping up around your ankles, or flushed a toilet that wouldn’t stop overflowing, you know how stressful and messy these problems can be. That’s why Cass Plumbing, Tampa's most trusted plumbing team, is ready to help 24/7 with fast, professional, and guaranteed plumbing solutions. 🌧️ Why Tampa Homes Are Prone to C...
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A Touch of Cass

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A Touch of Cass: A Song Celebrating Tampa’s Most Trusted Plumber At Best Plumbers, we don’t just connect homeowners to the most reliable plumbing companies—we also believe in celebrating the tradespeople and families who have dedicated their lives to service. That’s why Best Plumbers wrote and created “A Touch of Cass,” a heartfelt, toe-tapping tribute to a company whose story is every bit as inspiring as their work. Cass Plumbing, based in Tampa, Florida, has been setting the standard for plumbing excellence for more than 25 years. Founded by David Cass, Cass Plumbing grew out of a visi...
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Tampa Plumbing Woes? Why Cass Plumbing Is the Answer You’ve Been Searching For

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Tampa living is pretty amazing—year-round sunshine, coastal breezes, and endless opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. But if you’ve owned a home here for any length of time, you know there’s one thing that can spoil your paradise in an instant: a plumbing disaster. From sudden summer downpours flooding your drains to tree roots busting up old pipes, plumbing issues in Tampa aren’t just an inconvenience—they can quickly become an emergency. That’s why thousands of homeowners across the Bay Area rely on Cass Plumbing, Tampa’s most trusted plumbing team, to keep their water safe, clean, and flow...
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Plumbing in Paradise: What Every Tampa Homeowner Should Know

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Why Cass Plumbing Is the Team You Can Trust Living in Tampa, Florida is like living in paradise—sunshine, palm trees, beaches, and that laid-back Gulf Coast charm. But even paradise has plumbing problems. From summer downpours and sandy soil to aging pipes and sudden pressure surges, Tampa’s unique climate and geography present plumbing challenges you just don’t find anywhere else. That’s why Cass Plumbing, Tampa Bay’s most trusted plumbing company, is the team homeowners count on to keep the water flowing right. Tampa’s Weather Can Wreak Havoc on Your Pipes Let’s face it—Tampa isn’t shy...
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