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Get a Plumbing Permit and Protect Yourself on Your Next Project
Do-it-yourself plumbing remodeling projects can be a great and satisfying way to improve life at home. Planning and executing a large-scale job also comes with a certain level of f…
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How to Deal With the Most Common Reasons for Water Leaks
How do you know if you have a plumbing leak? Most of the time you may see pooling water, an unexplained hike in water bills, low water pressure, rust, mold growth, the sound of wat…
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Helping Contractors Future-Proof Their Business
Gathering in Savannah, GA last month for the Quality Service Contractor's Power Meeting 2018, plumbing and HVAC contractors and service providers from across the U.S. learned ways …
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What Are The Most Common Plumbing Emergencies & How Do I Stop Them?
No one wants things to go wrong with their home's piping, especially considering how expensive some of the more serious plumbing emergencies can be. But are you helpless to prevent…
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Water Leaks Are Avoidable If You Take These 4 Plumbing Care Precautions
The biggest danger a water leak can represent to a home or business is the damage it can to do your bills and, eventually, your structure itself. A leak, no matter how small it is,…
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Do These 4 Things & Save Big On Your Water Bill This Year
2018 is a new year and of course, plenty of people are making resolutions at the start. For many, one of those resolutions will be to manage money better. One way you can do this, …
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Professional Drain Cleaning is Your Key to an Efficient and Affordable New Year
It’s the ideal opportunity to improve your home environment. Making a change that allows the entire family to enjoy the home is ideal for achieving a return on investment in home m…
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Your Complete Guide to Creating the Most Comprehensive Winter Checklist in 2017
Creating a comprehensive winter checklist is an absolute must for Salt Lake City, UT residents who have a rainy season followed by a very cold snowy winter and then another rainy s…
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Interesting Indoor Plumbing History Information
Indoor plumbing has always been a necessity rather than a luxury because human beings must stay clean and drink fresh water in order to stay healthy. Evidence of the installation o…
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Water-Saving Guide for Fun Summer Activities
As the mercury rises, you may start to think your water-conserving practices are no longer needed. It may seem like as good of a time than ever to make a few exceptions and use up …
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Useful Water Leak Detection Advice for Homeowners
Your home is a huge investment. When something goes wrong, it’s important to invest in a quick repair that will reduce damage, lower costs, and prevent future issues. Water leaks a…
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Reliable Tips for Kitchen & Bathroom Remodels
Choosing to remodel your kitchen or bathroom is a big step financially, and mentally. You’ve dreamed of this for years, but deciding to follow through with the decision can be hard…
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Over $30,000 raised for the Angel Hands Foundation - Golf Tournament Fundraiser!
On June 9th, Valley Plumbing sponsored the 18th hole for the Angel Hands Foundation Golf Tournament at the Talons Cove Golf Course . We held a chipping contest to see who could chi…
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Tackle These Top 3 Reasons for Stinky Drains and Smelly Water
Modern plumbing is designed to be safe, convenient and protect us from the old horrors of open sewers. So it fails in its job if sulfurous, rotten egg smells waft from drains and w…
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Going Green Makes Sense
The case for going green is very compelling. It’s good for your social conscience and your wallet. Making green choices is easy; you just have to identify the opportunities, develo…
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World Water Day is Here to Celebrate
On March 22nd, join the world in celebrating World Water Day. This day hopes to spread knowledge and focus attention on the world’s supply of freshwater, and the preservation and s…
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Which Way Does Your Toilet Bowl Swirl?
Sometimes it’s the little things that make us wonder how they came to be that way… Do you know which direction your toilet bowl swirls? Take the video quiz below to find out! You m…
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Discover These General Plumbing Myths
Fact or fiction? Truth or lies? Myth or reality? Sometimes it's not so easy to know the difference. Some stories seem completely believable despite being completely false, while ot…
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DEFENSE: Protecting Your Pipes During Super Bowl LI
Halftime Flush, Fact or Fiction? If you are a Super Bowl fan, then you have probably heard that thousands of spectators who are watching the game at home will flush their toilets a…
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Preventing and Thawing Frozen Pipes: A Homeowner’s Guide
There are many things that you do to ready your home for the winter, but paying special attention to your plumbing and the weather is essential. Taking a proactive stance with acti…
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Smart Ways to Cut Energy Costs in the New Year!
Energy costs seem to always be on the rise, and it makes sense to cut costs wherever possible. One way to reduce expenses is to cut down on your energy costs. The price you pay var…
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Keep Your Holiday Season Happy: Prevent These Plumbing Headaches
As you deck the halls and make plans to gather the family for a holiday feast, consider your plumbing systems. Sure, you may not think about your plumbing during the busy holiday s…
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Setting New Year's Resolutions
Setting New Year's Resolutions With the year dwindling to a close, many people are engaging in self-reflection. They are thinking about all of the things they have accomplished and…
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Maintenance Tips to Avoid Common Water Heater Risks this Fall & Winter
Water heaters are amazing devices that provide hot water to every area of your house whenever you need it. But because these devices are metal containers holding water, are under a…
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