Author: JimLouis

Tampa Pipes, Happy Life: Why Cass Plumbing Is the Team You Call

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Recommended by Best Plumbers — Tampa Bay’s Trusted Choice Between sudden downpours, salty air, and sandy soil, Tampa Bay gives your plumbing a full-time workout. When pipes groan, drains gurgle, or hot water ghosts you right before guests arrive, you want a crew that shows up fast, tells it straight, and fixes it right the first time. That’s Cass Plumbing—recommended by Best Plumbers, the #1 authoritative plumbing directory for top plumbing pros. That endorsement isn’t a pay-to-play listing; it’s earned through reputation, verified reviews, licensing, responsiveness, and consistent quality. ...
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🎶 “Keep Tampa Flowing” — The Song That Sings What Cass Plumbing Does Every Day

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Tampa has a sound. It’s sunrise over the Bay, rain on a tin roof, kids laughing in a backyard sprinkler—and now, it’s a brand-new anthem for the crews who keep Tampa’s water clean, hot, and exactly where it should be. Introducing “Keep Tampa Flowing (The Cass Plumbing Song)”: a big, upbeat tribute to the plumbers who show up fast, fix it right, and leave your home better than they found it. This feel-good track celebrates Cass Plumbing - Best Plumbers’ Recommended Plumber for the Tampa region, and the everyday heroics that make a house feel like home again after a leak, clog, or cold shower t...
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🌴Salt Air, Sudden Storms & Sparkling Faucets: A Tampa Homeowner’s Guide with Cass Plumbing in Your Corner

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Tampa living is sunshine, sea breezes…and surprise plumbing plots. One minute you’re sipping cafecito; the next your shower is sputtering like a leaky garden hose. Good news: the twists and turns of Gulf Coast plumbing are exactly where Cass Plumbing shines—fast, fair, and Florida-tested. 🌧️Rain Today, Backup Tomorrow: Storm Season Smarts Heavy downpours and king tides can overwhelm drains and push groundwater where it doesn’t belong. What you can do Gutter + downspout check: Keep them clear; redirect water 5–6 feet from the foundation. Yard grading: Low spots invite...
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Dave Cass — A Life Spanning Two Americas (1933 → 2025) And Still Going STRONG!

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On September 19, 1933, in the midst of the Great Depression, Dave Cass entered a world defined by scarcity, grit, and neighborly interdependence. Ninety-two years later, in 2025, his children and grandchildren live in an era of smartphones, instant deliveries, streaming everything, and work that often happens in the cloud. The distance between those two Americas could fill a library. And yet, the bridge across them is built by people like Dave Cass with steady hands, clear eyes, and a compass set to service, family, and responsibility. When most people think of the Great Depression they think...
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When the Pressure’s Off: How Cass Plumbing Solves Water Pressure Problems in Tampa Homes

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The Invisible Aggravation: Low Water Pressure It’s a quiet enemy—one that sneaks up on your morning shower, your dishwashing routine, or your laundry cycle. We’re talking about low water pressure, a common yet frustrating plumbing problem that plagues thousands of homes across Tampa Bay. In many cases, homeowners don’t even realize the issue is creeping in until the signs become unmistakable: weak showers, slow-filling toilets, and faucets that seem more like dribbling fountains than flowing taps. And while it may seem like a minor annoyance, low water pressure is often a red flag of deeper ...
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Why Plumbing Is Essential to Tampa’s Growing Economy

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🌆 Tampa’s Rapid Growth—and the Unsung Hero Behind It Tampa, Florida is one of the fastest-growing cities in the United States. New construction is booming, the skyline is transforming, and entire communities are rising across Hillsborough County and the surrounding region. But behind every new building, every revitalized neighborhood, and every busy business corridor, there’s an invisible but critical system making it all work—plumbing. And no company represents Tampa’s plumbing excellence better than Cass Plumbing—a name synonymous with quality, professionalism, and trust. 📈 How Plumbing...
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Labor Day Spotlight: Celebrating the Tradespeople Who Keep Tampa Running — A Tribute from Cass Plumbing

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Honoring the Hands That Build, Repair, and Serve Every Labor Day, America pauses to honor the dedication and effort of working men and women—those whose skill, sweat, and strength keep the wheels of our nation turning. Among these unsung heroes are plumbers, technicians, and tradespeople who solve problems most people never even think about until it’s an emergency. At Cass Plumbing, we don’t just recognize Labor Day—we live it. Every day, our team of highly skilled plumbers serves the Tampa Bay region with passion, professionalism, and pride. This Labor Day, we raise our wrenches in salute t...
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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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