Slow or clogged drains
One slow drain is usually a clog. Several at once can mean a problem further down the line.
When to call
Good times to call a plumbing pro
You don't need a breakdown to pick up the phone. These are the usual reasons Palmetto homeowners call.
Running or leaking fixtures
A running toilet or a dripping faucet wastes water every hour, and the bill shows it.
Water heater trouble
Not enough hot water, rusty water, or a rumble from the tank. Most tanks show signs before they fail.
Low water pressure
Weak flow at one tap or the whole house is worth a look before it gets worse.
After you call
What a local plumbing pro typically does
Every pro works their own way. This is what a visit usually looks like.
- 1
Listens first
What's happening, where, and when it started.
- 2
Finds the cause
Checks the fixture, the lines and the drains, not just the symptom.
- 3
Explains your options
Repair, replace or keep an eye on it, with the price before any work starts.
- 4
Does what you agree to
And tells you what to watch for next.
Atlanta homes
What Atlanta homes ask of their plumbing
Hard freezes, red clay and a lot of older pipe. Plumbing here has a few patterns.
- Freezing nightsPipes in crawl spaces and exterior walls can split during a hard freeze.
- Older pipesIn-town homes may still have older galvanized or cast-iron lines.
- Tree roots and clayRoots and shifting clay soil can crack sewer lines in the yard.
- Hard summer useIrrigation, guests and long showers push older water heaters harder.
Questions
Palmetto plumbing questions
How often should my water heater be checked?
Many homeowners have the tank looked at about once a year, and flushed if the pro recommends it. Ask what fits your water heater.
Should I repair it or replace it?
It depends on the age of the fixture or line, the repair, and how it's been working. Ask the pro to walk you through both options and what each costs.
What happens when I call?
Your call goes to an independent local business that handles plumbing in the Atlanta area. You may answer a quick question or two first so it reaches the right one. Service Pro Nation doesn't perform the work.
What should I ask the pro?
Ask about the license and insurance the work requires, what the visit includes, and how they price the job.
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