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Leonardo da Vinci said, “Water is the driver of Nature.” It’s certainly been the driver of invention, and our well-pumping ancestors wouldn’t believe the clean water technology we have available to us today. No doubt they’d be impressed by the filtration techniques, fancy chrome design, electronic Faucets, touch Faucets and even ionizing powers of our plumbing fixtures today.
Check out this timeline showcasing the evolution of plumbing faucets, and perhaps you’ll gain a bit more gratitude for th...
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Top 10 Dirtiest Things Hiding in Your Kitchen
With the onset of Covid 19 people throughout the Tampa Bay region have been concerned. We at Cass Plumbing have been following all of the CDC guid lines and have been practicing social distancing. Because so much attention has been placed on Covid 19 safety protocols many common things, like the kitchen, get ignored. In this blog, we want to draw attention to the top 10 dirtiest things hiding in your kitchen.
Most people think the bathroom is the dirtiest place in the home. Yet, no matter how clean you think your kitchen is, you just might be surprised by some of the dirtiest things tha...
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4 Tankless Water Heater Myths
Tankless water heaters are an efficient, affordable solution
What is your biggest water heating concern? Running out of hot water? Rising Tampa utility costs? Environmental sustainability?
A good Tampa plumber, like Cass Plumbing, can address these concerns by helping you select a high-efficiency tankless system. Tankless technology is becoming increasingly popular in the Tampa region because of the versatility, convenience, and efficiency. Tankless water heaters offer reduced energy costs, a long service life, and high volumes of hot water.
There are still some common myths thr...
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PEX Plumbing in Tampa Bay
Homeowners in Tampa Bay often don’t pay much attention to plumbing until something goes wrong. It’s easy to understand why a slow revolution in the world of interior plumbing has gone largely unnoticed. Since its introduction to the Tampa Bay region in the early 1990s, PEX piping has been transforming the plumbing installation process and has become the material of choice for both commercial and residential plumbing applications. Keep reading to learn more about PEX and why you should consider it for your next interior pipe installation or plumbing replacement project.
What is PEX?
PEX is ...
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How long is a faucet supposed to last?
Good quality faucet fixtures sold and installed by Cass Plumbing are designed to last. Quality kitchen and bathroom faucets installed properly by professionals can last for decades depending on what kind of faucet you have, how hard your water is, and other factors.
What is the average lifespan of a faucet?
Modern faucets can easily last 15 to 20 years; however, there are many contributing factors:
Frequency of use
Faucet make and model
Water hardness/quality
Proper installation
Plumbing maintenance
Repair or Replace Faucet?
Many times, the decision to replace faucets ...
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What Causes Plumbing Leaks?
We all know that household plumbing leaks happen hundreds of times throughout the Greater Tampa Bay region every day. What most in Tampa don’t seem to know is why plumbing leaks happen. If you didn’t damage your pipe, then why should it start leaking all of a sudden? Are your pipes faulty? Is the leak a sign of something gone horribly wrong?
Luckily, the answer to each of these questions is “probably not.” Most common household leaks are simply a consequence of age and wear-and-tear. Finding, fixing, and preventing these leaks is all about knowing where they come from and what to do befor...
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5 Most Common Water Heater Problems
Being in the plumbing and industry in Tampa Bay for so many years, we’ve had the opportunity to deal with almost every water heater problem. We’ve listed the five most common water heater problems for you.
Your water heater is one of the essential parts of your Tampa household’s comfort system. Showering, washing clothes, bathing, and cleaning dishes aren’t possible if your water heater can’t keep up. When your water heater is acting up, it’s important to respond quickly and troubleshoot the problem. Here are the five most common water heater problems that you may experience and...
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REPAIRING THAT LEAKY FAUCET ONCE AND FOR ALL
Faucets are one of the essential plumbing features of any Tampa home, used for everything from cleaning dishes to washing hands after a long day in the beautiful Tampa outdoors. However, because these are among the most used fixtures in a house, it's no surprise that some of their parts come loose or deteriorate quickly. This can lead to the dreaded dripping faucet. Listening to the constant sound is maddening enough, not to mention the fact that all of that leaking water is money that's going literally down the drain. It's important to take the right steps to not only stop this leak...
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Should Your Home Go Tankless?
Are you looking for ways to save on your Tampa utility bills? Water heating accounts for 15 - 20% of your home’s energy usage, making it the second-highest contributor to your utility costs after your heating and cooling system.
If you’re in the market for a new water heater, the best choice for energy savings might be to skip the tank and opt for a tankless water heater this time around. Learn more about tankless vs. traditional water heaters to determine if this upgrade is right for your home.
HOW DOES A TANKLESS WATER HEATER WORK?
Tankless water heaters, also known as on-demand water...
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6 Common Plumbing Problems That Can Cause a Catastrophe
In Tampa Bay, small, common plumbing problems can easily become catastrophes because, in many cases, you don’t know you have a problem until it’s too late. If you’re not diligent, a leaky faucet, a troublesome toilet or a clogged drain can lead to bigger, more serious issues.
Here are some of the areas you should keep an eye on now to avoid paying for major plumbing repairs & water damage restoration down the road.
1. Water heaters
Your first indication that your water heater is on the blink might hit you one morning when you t...
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