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Labor Day Plano Plumbing Services Special

September 4, 2015 by Dorothy Skinner Leave a Comment

This is the signal you can’t ignore. After Labor Day all thoughts turn to Fall even though it is not officially Fall until the 21^st. Labor Day fills in the long gap between 4^th of July and Thanksgiving with a time for backyard picnics, family get-togethers, and maybe a little vacation before summer ends.

You know the day has quite a history with labor unions and strikes and all that. The day became a federal holiday in 1894 and honors the contributions that workers have made to the strength, prosperity, and well-being of our country.

WE WANT TO HELP YOU CELEBRATE WITH $30 OFF ANY PLANO PLUMBING SERVICES YOU WOULD LIKE TO HAVE DONE. That is, get $30 off any plumbing work in our service area in and around Plano, TX.

Call now to schedule – Ask for our Labor Day Plano plumbing services special offer. Don’t wait until the last minute! 972-424-6479

This offer expires 9.15.2015

Tell-tale Signs of Foundation Problems in Texas

May 20, 2015 by Dorothy Skinner Leave a Comment

A crack between bricks is one tell-tale sign of foundation problems in Texas. The weather is heating up and we’ve had lots of rain. This can cause our soil to shift and cause foundation problems in Texas. If the soil is too wet or too dry, keep a close eye on your home’s foundation.

A shift in foundation can cause serious problems including gas, sewer, and water leaks. If pipes are not properly protected during installation they can be in weakened state from being exposed to the elements. Over time the metal of the pipe will be eaten away by rust and corrosion causing the pipe to snap when the foundation shifts. [Read more…] about Tell-tale Signs of Foundation Problems in Texas

Honoring Those Who Serve on Memorial Day

May 19, 2015 by Dorothy Skinner Leave a Comment

MEMORIAL DAY IS MAY 25, 2015

Are you planning something special with your family? People usually have picnics and BBQs and consider this day the first of summer vacation season. I think that is just great and plan to do that myself with my family.

We don’t want to lose sight of the reason we have this celebration/observance though and it can be a great teaching experience for the younger generation that may not have been taught or have not comprehended the significance of the day we set aside.

How to turn off water heater when it’s leaking

May 8, 2015 by Dorothy Skinner 2 Comments

Do you know how to turn off the water heater when it’s leaking? Many people don’t.

Our Master Plumber, Adam Proctor, has this to say about leaking water heaters:

There are two kinds of water heater leaks: large ones and small ones. The pans underneath will not handle a large leak. This is especially important if your water heater is above or attached to living space. Water always flows downhill and you can’t always tell which way it is going. A pan located in the garage can still overflow and damage items in your garage or worse, go into living spaces. “Which way is really downhill?”

When you notice that your water heater has sprung a leak, here’s what to do first:

Save Water, Texas – Every Drop Counts

November 3, 2014 by Dorothy Skinner Leave a Comment

We are having a serious drought and it doesn’t appear to be getting any better in the near future. We depend on water for life and it is not only our area of the country that is suffering. Everything that we do personally to conserve water seems like a “drop in the bucket,” but together we can fill a bucket with just small changes that are easy to make. For instance, did you realize that if you leave the water running while brushing your teeth or shaving you can use up to 10 gallons a day. That is significant. Let’s work together to save water, Texas!

Time for a Fall Safety Inspection

October 28, 2014 by Dorothy Skinner 1 Comment

This is one of my favorite times of the year. The intense summer heat is past, our nights are cool, and it feels good to be outdoors again.

It’s also the time of year that we all need to be in home maintenance mode. In fact, with each change of seasons, we should be checking some items off on the home maintenance list because each season brings its own challenges to the Texas homeowner.

Dorothy Skinner

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