Cass Plumbing’s Comprehensive Guide to Checking and Repairing Leaky Hose Bibbs

As the balmy weather of Tampa unfolds, many folks are looking forward to rolling up their sleeves for some much-needed early summer cleaning. A critical component of these tasks is your outdoor faucet, or hose bibb, which may have been out of commission during the colder months. At Cass Plumbing, we understand that hose bibbs are prone to cracking, which, if unnoticed, can result in significant water leakage. This wasted water not only adds up on your energy bills but can also lead to water damage and foster mold growth inside your home. Here are some easy steps recommended by our Cass P...
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How To Check the Outdoor Hose Bibb For Leaks

The Tampa warm weather is ahead, and if you’re planning on doing some early summer cleaning outside this month, you’ll more than likely need to turn your outdoor faucet (commonly known as a hose bibb) back on. Hose bibbs often crack and if the problem isn’t caught early enough, all that water leaking from your outdoor faucet can result in water damage and allow for mold to potentially grow inside your home – not to mention all the wasted water and energy! FOLLOW THESE STEPS BEFORE TURNING ON YOUR WATER Follow these simple steps to see if your hose bibb is damaged: Place your thumb ...
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