Slab Leak Information
AAA AUGER believes in offering our customers the most viable repair options together with sound advice.
With regard to potable water slab leaks, AAA AUGER recommends rerouting the leaking line rather than attempting to repair it. Assuming code was followed correctly, it is probable the leak has been caused by one of the following:
Friction; poor bedding or protection against friction
Poor Workmanship
Dissimilar Metal Corrosion (Electrolysis)
Corrosion Erosion
Binding (due to ground movement)
Because equipment necessary to see through co
Toilet Stoppage
A stopped up or overflowing toilet is certainly inconvenient. Worse, an overflowing toilet can cause property damage or create an unsanitary environment. Sometimes toilets, when flushed, drain slowly. In either situation, it is important to determine the source of the problem.
Because all drains tie into the sewer, if backed up, other drains will cease to flow. Usually, the shower or tub are the first to show symptoms. If the clog exists within the toilet itself, a plunger will usually remedy the problem. However, stubborn clogs may require a closet auger.
When using a closet auger, care should be exercised to avoid breaking the toilet or scratching the porcelain. Most closet augers are fitted with a protective rubber sleeve at the point where the cable exits the housing.
Sewer clogs are best addressed with an Auger Machine.
Whatever the case, the problem needs to be resolved. Below are some tips to help isolate the problem.
The T & P (Temperature and Pressure) valve is the water heater’s primary safety apparatus. Should the temperature and/or pressure within the tank exceed safe limits, the T & P valve is designed to release the pressure to avoid an explosion.
The ABCs of Emergency Plumbing Part 1
In case you want to brush up on your plumbing knowledge, we’ve made things a little easier for you. Here’s a list of commonly used plumbing terms:
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• Auger Machine: The most common tool used to alleviate drainage problems in sewer and drain lines.
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• Back Water Valve: This is the main plumbing component used in sanitary sewer applications.
• Backflow Preventer: This is a safety device that works to keep water from flowing opposite its’ intended flow.
• Backflow Preventer Testing: It is recommended that backflow preventer testing be performed annually. This tool is especially helpful in preventing the need for emergency plumbing Dallas, Texas.
• Ball Valve: This valve helps control the flow of air, gas, water, and other fluids.
• Bituminized Fiber Pipe: This pipe was popular in the 1800’s and is no longer used due to its’ lightweight construction.
• Building Drain: As the main drain tied to the sewage line, the building drain is responsible for connecting all other drains.
The ABCs of Emergency Plumbing Part 2
Ready for more frequently used plumbing words? Here are the key terms from the second half of the alphabet that are most commonly used in the plumbing world
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• Make plumbing one less thing you have to stress about by allowing us to do the job for you.
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• No extra charge for weekend, night, or holiday visits!
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• Orangeburg Pipe: Another name for the Bituminized Fiber Pipe.
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• Polyvinyl Chloride Pipe (PVC): PVC pipe is the most widely used material for sewer lines, mainly because it is lightweight and very easy to use.
• Potable: Potable water is water that is safe for human consumption.
• Pressure Reducing Valve (PRV): This device should be installed whenever pressures are over 80 psi. This valve works to insure that water pressure stays at a safe limit.
It’s a hard pill to swallow, but your plumbing doesn’t care about you. In fact, your plumbing has no feelings. So, that means a serious plumbing problem can occur completely out of the blue- when you least expect or can afford it- and this is usually the case. This is precisely why it’s important to know where to call when the stuff does hit the fan.
When an Emergency Plumbing Issue Strikes, Stay Calm and Know Where to Call
Plumbing emergencies are things you hope never happen. But it’s certainly much better to be prepared for an emergency that doesn’t happen than not be prepared for a serious emergency that catches you completely off guard
Plumbing Tips to Help You Enjoy a Calmer, More Problem-Free Summer Season
Summer should be a time for relaxation. A time for rejuvenation. A time for when you can let your hair down and enjoy the sun and fun with your loved ones. What you don’t want during the summertime is a serious plumbing problem that’s costly to fix. So, here are some simple things you can do this summer and also year-round so you can get more out of the season and stress much less.
Water Conservation
Fresh water is a luxury that most of us take for granted despite it being our most important resource. It may be hard to believe, but in some countries, there are those who have never seen fresh water flowing from a faucet. Some of whom, as part of their daily routine, must walk miles to retrieve fresh water for their families.
Efforts to conserve water have grown considerably. Plumbing fixtures are becoming increasingly more efficient. Rain water reclamation devices are becoming more popular. Many commercial establishments are using waterless urinals. Rain monitoring devices, moisture and wind sensors are available for irrigation systems. Some municipal water districts have limited lawn irrigation to specific days or between specific hours. All of these efforts are making a difference. However, only when we have changed our habits and increased our awareness will we be most effective.
Water Heater Flushing Procedure
o flush your water heater, follow the steps listed below. Please read them completely before performing this procedure.
CAUTION: Flushing a water heater can be dangerous. Be careful and keep children and pets away to prevent scalding during the procedure.
A typical water heater tank holds 30 to 100 gallons of water. Therefore, it is important to select the best location for drainage that presents the fewest undesirable consequences.
Drainage systems made of PVC are not designed to handle temperatures in excess of 140F. Therefore, draining directly into your drainage system can cause serious and costly problems.
Draining a water heater into the yard will likely harm the grass or any vegetation due to the water’s extreme heat.
Draining a water heater onto a driveway or street will likely stain the concrete with rust.