Keeping water out of your home & flood free may not always be on your mind. However, it’s important to take all risks into consideration! Living in Tampa Bay, heavy rains or sporadic storms are the norm and this can easily cause water buildup in a basement or low areas of your home.  Sometimes, keeping your plumbing properly maintained isn’t enough. You should consider a sump pump installation from Cass Plumbing of Tampa Bay. Sump pumps are designed to remove access water away from your basement and foundation of your home, preventing in home flooding and oth...

Have you ever had a sudden, unexpected plumbing emergency and been tempted to cut corners and call an unlicensed "handyman" from Craigslist? When it comes to your home's plumbing, don't do it! It might end up costing you a lot more in the long run. The dangers of Craigslist There have been countless stories throughout the Tampa Bay region of consumers that have gotten scammed on Craigslist. Often, people attribute this to consumers buying stollen merchandise, however there are many instances of homeowners calling a cheap handyman trying to save money and t...

Regular inspections will help avoid plumbing problems When it comes to your plumbing, it is always better to take precautionary measures than to wind up with a big plumbing disaster. Do not ignore troubling signs when it comes to your plumbing. Ignoring a plumbing issue could lead to bigger plumbing problems and more costly expenses. Below, are 4 things to check when it comes to your plumbing system in Tampa Bay. 1. Leaky Faucets Leaky faucets will cause higher water bills. The constant drip of a leaky faucet can be annoying, but do not try to fix this problem yourself unless you know...

Surprise Tampa Bay - Plumbers Have Saved More Lives Modern Plumbing Has Eradicated More Disease and Saved Millions of Lives Doctors, the pharmacutical industry, medicine and vaccines get all the glory, but most of the credit should go to the plumber. The truth is, the biggest reason disease is in control throughout the world is because of the modern water infrastructure. Modern day sewage systems and clean water have eradicated more disease and saved more lives than all the doctors ever born. Leave Tampa Bay and go to Uganda, Nigeria, Somalia, Equatorial Guinea, Angola, Azerbaijan, Burun...

For most homeowners in the Tampa region, calling a professional, Florida licensed plumber is the obvious thing to do when they have a plumbing emergency. There are other plumbing situations, however, when people tend to underestimate the importance of hiring a licensed plumber. Calling a licensed plumber is almost always the wisest and cheapest choice in the long run. Professional Plumbing Service Often, the desire to save a few bucks will prompt a homeowner to call a handyman or a friend who “knows a little something about plumbing” when they have a minor, non-emergency plumbi...

Plumbing 101: Which is better, baths or showers? Every human being needs to stay clean, but not everyone does it in the same way. When it comes to the choice between a hot bath or a quick shower, there are some pretty strong opinions on both sides. Which is better? The two methods do have their own strengths and weaknesses, so depending on your priorities, one might be better for you than another. Let’s compare the two and see how they stack up. Skin Care While it can feel great to take a long soak in a steaming bath, it might not always feel great afterward. That’s because long,...

7 Science-Based Health Benefits of Drinking Clean Water Over 60% of the human body is made up of water. Most doctors recommend to drink eight 8-ounce glasses of clean water per day (the 8x8 rule). Staying hydrated is critical to optimum health. Below, are 7 evidence-based health benefits of drinking plenty of clean water. 1. Water Helps to Maximize Physical Performance If we do not stay hydrated, physical performance can suffer. This is particularly important during intense exercise or high heat. Dehydration can have a noticeable effect if you lose as little as 2%...

A slab leak is a break in a pipe that runs under or threw the concrete foundation. When the pipe breaks, water leaks into the ground and your home’s foundation or up threw the floor. Slab leaks occur daily in either water or sewer lines in the Greater Tampa area every day. Slab leaks can cause costly damage, so early detection is important. To catch this problem at the onset, homeowners with concrete foundations must know what warning signs are indicative of this type of leak. Symptoms of a Slab Leak A typical slab leak can resemble other plumbing problems, making this issue difficult...

Is your water heater not producing hot water? Call Cass Plumbing, your Tampa Bay water heater specialists, now at (813) 265-9200 to make an appointment with our friendly and knowledgeable staff. Why spend more than you have to on your water heater services? Water Heater Repair Services in Tampa Bay The water heater is perhaps one of the most important plumbing appliances you can have in your home, and it is one that should last you several years without requiring repairs. However, circumstances like age, the heater's surroundings, or your water quality can cause problems that, if not quickly...

Have a Stopped up Drain? Clogged-up or slow running drain? You will be amazed by Cass Plumbing’s clean and neat Drain Cleaning experts who will leave your home as clean as we found it. All kinds of materials and objects can obstruct your drains in the Greater Tampa Bay area and cause a clog. Hair, soap, grease, toothpaste, food debris, toilet paper; even jewelry and kid’s toys. Cass Plumbing’s drain cleaning technicians can handle any kind of drain cleaning job. Our experts have the latest tools, technology and expertise to make sure that your drain cleaning procedure is do...