1. Did your thermostat stop working properly after it was hit with a static electricity spark? It may only need to be reset. Remove the batteries (or shut power) for 60 seconds. There’s a good chance it will now work, but if not give us a call and we’ll take care of it! 516-825-3500
2. You never know when you may need a plunger, so invest in a high-quality one before you need it. This will allow you to quickly work on clearing clogs in toilets, sinks, and drains.
3. If you’re planning to drill holes or drive nails into walls, floors, or ceiling, first determine if there are any pipes behind the work area because puncturing a pipe can be messy! To help locate pipes a stud finder or endoscopic camera can be useful.
4. Avoid using a toilet as a trash can, since flushing too many heavy items can lead to nasty clogs. Even “flushable” wipes can be a problem! If you're having trouble with clogs, give us a call 516-825-3500.
5. Avoid using your sinks as trash cans. Dumping coffee grounds, food debris, fruit and vegetable peelings, grease, or starchy foods down the drain can clog your pipes. If you’re using a garbage disposal read the manual so you know what it can handle.
6. When trying to dislodge a clog caused by a hard object a wet-dry vacuum can help because sucking the object out is often better than using a plunger which will only push it deeper into the drain. If you're still having trouble, call us 516-825-3500.
7. Know the location of the main shut-off valve. If you have a leak, stopping it as soon as possible is important to minimize damage. You don’t want to waste time looking for the valve in an emergency.
8. Fix leaks promptly before they become costly problems. A steady drip from a leaky faucet can waste around 5-10 gallons a day, and a running toilet can waste hundreds of gallons per day. If you're having trouble with leaks, give us a call 516-825-3500.
9. If your heating system stops working during very cold weather, let faucets run at a steady stream rather than just a drip. Moving water is less likely to freeze. When water freezes inside a pipe, it can expand and cause the pipe to burst, leading to significant and costly damage.