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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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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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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Common Plumbing Problems & How To Fix Them
There are several common plumbing problems that are relatively easy to solve if you catch them early. In addition to that, taking preventative measures (regular inspection and care) will reduce the chances of the same problem happening again.
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Plumbing Safety Tips When Returning to Your OBX Home
When your vacation home or rental on the Outer Banks has been vacant for a number of months, it’s important to return to your little piece of paradise with caution and preparedness. If your home’s plumbing system has been idle for an extended period of time, it is possible it could be susceptible to harmful …
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Four Steps to a Successful New Construction Project
It’s more likely than not that your plumbing system is a necessary part of your new construction project. Proper planning and doing your homework is key, because poor installation of your plumbing system can result in big problems (or a little problem that may turn into a big problem) if not executed correctly. A leak, …
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Why Is My Toilet Leaking?
Anything that holds water has an increased possibility of leaking. Think dehumidifiers, water heaters, water filtration systems and yes, your toilet. Get to the source of your leak with these tips.
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6 Tips to Keep Drain Pipes Pest Free
Are pests damaging your plumbing system? If you’ve ever had to deal with pests in your Outer Banks home or vacation rental, then you know how much of a nuisance they can be. Not only are they invading your space, but they can also be destructive while they work to make your house their home. …
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3 Ways to Spruce up your Home
We’ve got some quick and easy tips to spruce up your home without spending a bundle of money or time. Remodeling can be fun with a little planning, prep and positive attitude!
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