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Better Get Ready, Freddy

Ripe pumpkins in a field.You’d better go around the house and check for leaks while the days are still nice! Outside faucets should definitely be addressed before the weather turns on us. If you have any drips, you want to get them repaired before it gets cold.

Outside faucets can freeze up with the cold weather, causing the pipe inside the wall to crack and cause severe damage to the interior of your home. You can go to any home improvement store to purchase hose-bib covers. These are inexpensive and highly recommended as extra insurance against freezing.

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Poor Quality Toilets Leaving You Drained?

Hand coming out of toilet.The first generation of low-flow flushing commodes had big problems. It wasn’t uncommon to have to flush three times just to empty the bowl. It doesn’t make sense to use half as much water if you still have to flush three times. Complications such as the size of the orifices, lack of flushing jets in the bottom of the bowl, and poor design were the causes behind this dilemma.  Read More→

Remodeling Your Kitchen or Bathroom on a Budget

Bathroom remodeling on a budget.Yes, you can accomplish kitchen and bathroom remodeling on a budget. In today’s economy many homeowners remodel what they have instead of purchase a new home. Change is good and can be very affordable. We can work with just about any budget.

We understand the time and effort you spend making your house a home and upgrades can add that extra touch. At Gary’s Quality Plumbing we will walk you through your remodeling project to completion. Our qualified plumbers know how to upgrade the look of your home without making a huge dent in your wall or your wallet.

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Is Your Water Heater up to Code?

A water heater.Plumbing codes exist for a reason. Most codes are in place to protect homeowners from dangerous situations such as fire, explosions, and catastrophic leaks. Water heater installations must follow guidelines and be permitted and inspected.  Read More→

Plumbing Myths

Myths about Plumbing.

Truth or Myth? – As with anything involving popular opinion and professional know how inconsistencies exist.

Many times a person might think they know how to handle a situation based on what they have been told and not by personal experience. We will address three common myths in this article:   Read More→