Plumbing Tips & Tricks

Preventing Saltwater Corrosion: Plumbing Tips for Coastal Homes on the Outer Banks

Coastal environments can present unique challenges, especially when it comes to preventing saltwater corrosion and maintaining your home’s plumbing system. Use our tips to keep your coastal home plumbing safe, reliable, and functional.
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The Future of Water Heater Technology

Embracing the future of heat pump water heater technology can pave the way for a sustainable and cost-effective water heating system.
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June Safety Month Guide: Tips to Safeguard Your Home and Family

National Safety Month reminds us of the critical importance of taking precautions and implementing safety measures to protect ourselves and our loved ones. In this blog, we will explore some essential safety tips close to our hearts here at Action Plumbing, aimed at creating a secure environment in our homes.
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5 Tips For Earth-Friendly Plumbing Systems

Plumbing plays an important role in conserving water, reducing waste, and promoting environmental sustainability, which are all critical components of Earth Day!  Let’s all do our part to protect our planet and all the beings who inhabit it!  
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Ensuring Your Outer Banks Vacation Rental Plumbing is Ready for Summer

Setting up your home for summer rental can be an exciting and profitable endeavor, but it’s important to make sure that your plumbing system is up to par. In this blog post, we’ll discuss the importance of a strong plumbing system for your Outer Banks rental property and provide some tips for ensuring that your plumbing is in good condition.
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Don’t Get Soaked: Knowing Your Plumbing System as an Outer Banks Homeowner

As a new homeowner on the Outer Banks of North Carolina, understanding your plumbing system is crucial. The Outer Banks is a beautiful area with pristine beaches and stunning views, but it is also an area prone to flooding, hurricanes, and saltwater intrusion. These environmental factors can cause significant damage to your plumbing system if you are not prepared and knowledgeable.
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5 Signs You Might Need to Replace Your Water Heater

Water heaters are one of those items in your home that you don’t often think about – until you run out of hot water, that is.  The mechanics of both the tank-style and tankless water heaters are designed to be extremely durable and reliable.  However, in order to maximize the life of your unit, you …
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‘Tis the Season to Winterize

Here we are at the end of another very busy season here on the Outer Banks. The growth and population of our area is evident! And whether you’re an owner or a visitor, we hope you had a safe and relaxing season. As the season changes, so do our projects and the needs of our …
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Plumbing Problems That Go Creep In the Night

Plumbing problems can be frightening when you’re not familiar with the gurgles, creaks, and sounds that go bump in the night. Here are a few things that can really scare you if you’re not aware of the affect they may have on your pipes and fixtures. Keep Your Jack O’Lantern in Check Slick, slimy and …
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What You May Not Know About Tankless Water Heaters

If your tank style water heater is getting ready to kick the bucket, the thought may or may not have crossed your mind about considering a tankless style water heater as a replacement.  If you have, chances are you are somewhat familiar with the advantages of tankless, but if tankless is a new concept for …
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9 Ways to Conserve Water and Protect the Environment

Although it seems we are surrounded by water here on the Outer Banks, water use for daily life is a precious commodity. Yes, it is a renewable resource, but the rate at which we overuse water as a population can have devastating effects.  In this blog we share 9 ways to conserve water as we …
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5 Steps to a Healthier Plumbing System

Everyone, at one time or another, has had a run-in with their plumbing system.  Whether it’s a clogged toilet, jammed garbage disposal, or a leaky pipe, it’s something we just can’t avoid.  The good news is that there is a way to dramatically reduce the instance of problems in your home or vacation rental simply …
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