Posts in the Plumbing Category

There are some experiences most people never want to have. A plumbing leak or break is probably on that list. The aggravation and cost of fixing the pipe itself is bad enough, but there’s also the damage the burst pipe does to the rest of our home. Walls, ceilings, or floors have to be replaced. […]

There’s nothing worse than jumping into the shower and finding out the cold way that your water heater isn’t big enough for your family or worse – broken. The water coming into your home from underground pipes is usually cold (or glacial depending on the time of year). To have water warm enough to take a shower […]

Sometimes, funny things happen at the worst time. Having attempted a new recipe for dinner (and failed miserably), we dumped the whole horrible mess into the sink and turned on the garbage disposal. A skull splitting grinding noise erupted from the sink along with a volcano of pulverized food. The veggie massacre was complete – […]

There’s nothing worse than dealing with a sewer line problem. Sewer lines play a critical role in your home’s plumbing system as they transport your home’s wastewater to the sewer main. When your sewer line leaks or breaks, the results can be catastrophic and pose a health risk to your family and the community at […]

Drain backups can be inconvenient and costly. Fortunately by using your sinks and toilets in the proper manner, you can avoid drain backups and potential water damage. Here are some things you should keep out of your sinks and toilets in order to avoid drain backups. What Not to Place in Your Sink When you […]

A plunger may seem like a simple tool, but it never hurts to brush up on home maintenance basics to prevent a potentially messy situation. This brief guide will help you keep your toilets clean and clog-free. If you’re concerned about a clogged toilet overflowing, you can turn off the water valve underneath the tank. […]

As temperatures drop further during the winter season, it’s important to make sure that all your plumbing is ready for the cold. Frozen pipes can cause expensive and sometimes irreparable damage not just to your plumbing but also your home. Pipes will burst when frozen, but they usually burst closer to the faucet where the […]

All that we can offer you! Your friends at Berkeys Air Conditioning & Plumbing have it all, including professional plumbing services performed by certified plumbers in the trade. What’s more, you can rely on us with that same high-quality air conditioning and heating services. Just take a look at all we offer our valued customers […]

Were you aware that fall is already upon us? That’s right! The first official day of Autumn was September 22. Now is the best time to prepare your home for the change in seasons. Be sure to install covers on all outside faucets to protect them from the cooler temps at night. Remove garden hoses […]

Are you concerned about the water quality in your home? If not, perhaps you should be. Chlorine is used to clean and treat household water supplies for contaminants and bacteria to make water safer to drink. However, there is concern over some potential health concerns related to not only drinking chlorinated water, but also bathing […]