It's a frustrating experience to step into the shower, and only have a slow trickle of water dribbling out. Sometimes it’s simple and straightforward to fix the problem, but there are many different potential causes of low water pressure. Some of them might be caused by Tampa municipal water issues outside your control. In this week's article from Call Plumbing, you will learn how a pressure tank and pump can help you enjoy your showers when your water pressure is low.
Diagnose and Confirm the Problem in Your Pipes
Low water pressure generally is not as pressing a problem as its more notorio...
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What To Do if Sewage Starts Appearing in Your Bathtub
Sewage coming up through your bathtub is more than just gross. It poses a major health risk as sewage contains harmful bacteria and microorganisms that can be dangerous if exposed to them. While your tub or shower will certainly need a deep cleaning when this occurs, you’ll first need to get to the root of the issue.
If you notice sewage coming up through your bathtub, research Tampa, Florida licensed plumbers right away to get it fixed.
Why Sewage Is Coming Up Through Your Bathtub
The most common reason for sewage coming up through your bathtub is a clogged sewer line. All the sinks, toi...
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Hey Tampa! Consider All the Options Available When You Need a New Water Heater
Not so long ago in the past, all a Tampa homeowner needed to think about, when buying a new water heater, was whether their home called for gas or electric. That is definitely not the case today!
Traditional, tank-type water heaters have bulky water storage tanks, use a lot of energy to operate, and result in high utility bills and wasted energy. If you happen to use all the hot water in the tank quickly, you have to wait for a long while for the water to fill the tank and get hot again.
Today Tampa homeowners have more choices. Below, are 3 additional types of water heaters you might wa...
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4 Labor Day Plumbing Tips From Cass Plumbing
Labor Day will be here soon for the hard working people of Tampa and this three-day weekend is perfect for taking care of some small plumbing jobs. If you’re like many Tampa homeowners, you probably have more than a few plumbing projects on your list. While some of these plumbing jobs are best left to a professional plumber like the ones at Cass Plumbing, others are routine plumbing maintenance that you can handle on your own. Here are four things you can do to stay stress-free and avoid making an emergency call to plumbers in Tampa, FL later on:
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The 8 Most Common Plumbing Problems in Tampa
Plumbing problems are an inevitable part of owning a home in Tampa. While some plumbing problems come with aging fixtures or normal wear and tear on plumbing equipment, others may be caused by how certain plumbing systems are used and maintained.
Cass Plumbing provides the homeowners and businesses in the Tampa region with the plumbing expertise needed to get people through the common and uncommon plumbing problems.
Below are some of the most common plumbing problems in Tampa, information on how they happen, and what you can do about them.
1. Dripping Faucets
Dripping faucets are annoy...
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Why You Should Choose Quality Plumbing Fixtures Installed By a Reputable Tampa Plumbing Company
When a water heater, plumbing pipe, faucet, toilet, or other plumbing fixture breaks, many people’s first instinct is to opt for the cheapest replacement available, installed by the cheapest plumbing installer available. While Cass Plumbing understands the need for cost-effective plumbing solutions, too often the cheapest option will fail to meet your expectations.
Life Expectancy – If you opt for a poor quality plumbing fixture, or installation by a less-than-savvy plumber, it’s likely that your new fixture won’t last as long as it should.
Aesthetics – Every product you choose for you...
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7 Reasons Why Hydro Jetting Can Be Beneficial
What is hydro jetting?
Many homes throughout the Tampa region could use hydro jetting service. First, we would like to explain hydro jetting. Hydro jetting is the cleaning of drains and sewers with a procedure that involves using water under high pressure. The ability of the high-pressure water to break through buildup and obstructions makes it an efficient method for cleaning drains and sewer lines. Hydro jetting is also useful for removing other kinds of blockages like tree roots that have grown into pipes and other similar things.
Drains can be quickly and easily cleared wit...
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4 Signs You Might Want to Consider Upgrading to a Tankless Water Heater
There’s nothing worse than a shower going cold while you’re in the middle of taking a shower. If that sounds overdramatic, it probably hasn’t happened to you. Accessing hot water reliably is an absolute necessity. If you’re facing water temperature problems, then you’re likely already in the market for a new water heater. When it comes to replacing your water heater, you should consider a tankless water heater.
Tankless water heaters have become extremely popular throughout the Tampa area, and they provide a more technologically advanced service than traditional tank-type water heaters. If ...
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Clogged Drains in Tampa
When most of us encounter a clogged drain in our Tampa home, we expect it to be a simple fix, either on our own or a call to a local Tampa plumber, like the experts at Cass Plumbing. What most of us don’t realize is that a clog can be a symptom of a larger problem.
Drains work using the power of gravity to pull greywater and sewage through the system and out of the house. While a single clogged drain is often not a cause for alarm, if ALL the drains in your home are slow or begin to clog, that is a symptom of a much larger problem for which you should call your local plumber.
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4 Reasons You Should Have Your Drains Cleaned Professionally
Every Tampa home has it, that one sink that just clogs all the time. You plunge it once every couple of months or even weeks, but it doesn’t matter. It seems like you get the water flowing one day, and the very next the drain plugs up again. It’s the “problem” drain. Chances are, you’ve stopped trying to deal with the problem drain. Maybe you’ve even concluded that there’s nothing you can do about it.
Don’t give up just yet! Problem drains happen for all kinds of reasons, but there’s always something you can do. Usually, it’s even less involved than you might assume. If you plunge and p...
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