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COMMON PLUMBING PROBLEMS YOU MAY ENCOUNTER BEFORE WINTER ENDS IN PEABODY

When the temperature starts dropping and winter arrives, it lasts for months on end, at least for us here in Massachusetts. Don’t let that impact your home plumbing. Below, we go into detail about common winter plumbing problems in Peabody so you can learn what to look out for and how to be proactive about […]

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DON’T FORGET TO CHECK THESE 4 PLUMBING FIXTURES BEFORE BUYING YOUR NEXT HOME

Buying a new home can be a really exciting time with big plans, big dreams . . . and if you’re not careful, a really big bill to fix up anything that was missed in a home inspection. Fortunately, there are quick and easy ways to ensure that 4 major plumbing fixtures are up to […]

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Most Common Plumbing Emergencies and What to Do When They Happen

Picture this: You’re in bed late at night. You’re just about to drift off to sleep when, all of a sudden, you hear it: faint noises of water dripping through your home. This is a standard prelude to a really unpleasant time. Plumbing emergencies never strike you at a convenient time because there’s never a […]

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HOW TO PREP YOUR HOME’S PLUMBING BEFORE A VACATION

Summer’s officially here and in full swing. The kids are out of school, the weather is beautiful, and you’re ready to go on vacation for some well-earned R&R. But isn’t there something you’re forgetting? Your plumbing! Yes, I’m sure your plumbing is fairly low on the list of things you’re worried about before you head […]

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WILL POURING HOT WATER DOWN THE DRAIN UNFREEZE PIPES?

Frozen pipes can be a homeowner’s worst nightmare. When your pipes freeze during the frigid winter months, you’ll want to address the problem to avoid a burst pipe. Burst pipes are not only an inconvenience—they can result in devastating water damage and costly repairs. You may be wondering if pouring hot water down the drain […]

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EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT WATER HEATER LEAKS

When you think about your water heater, you imagine hot showers and sparkling-clean dishes. We use our water heaters in our daily routines, from getting ready in the morning to cleaning the dinnerware at night. However, we seldom stop to consider the possibility of a leak. A leaking water heater can be incredibly inconvenient, but […]

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SEWER LINE BACKING UP? HERE’S EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW…

A backed-up sewer line is a problem that no homeowner wants. Besides the inconvenience and the cost, it can also be hazardous to our health. Therefore, you always want to make sure you act fast. If you suspect that you’re sewer line is backed-up, or if you want to avoid this problem in the future, […]