Whenever there’s any kind of emergency, you want someone who knows what they’re doing to be nearby. That’s why every community has a fire station, a police station, and a variety of independent service providers to handle every problem that could arise for homeowners — from electrical issues to broken locks. While plumbing emergencies may […]
At All About Plumbing & Septic, we get this question all the time: How long do water heaters last? The quick and easy answer is that you can generally expect a water heater to last for about 10 years before needing replacement. However, as you might expect, there are various caveats that can decrease or […]
Living in a rural area, some of the basic things in life are different. Many homes in rural areas that aren’t all electric have propane gas because there aren’t natural gas lines in the area. And their water comes from a well instead of a water system, and instead of being on a sewer system, […]
Common Solutions to Common Problems As a homeowner, it’s essential to be familiar with common plumbing problems and how to address them. Here are five common plumbing issues and basic steps to fix them: Clogged Drains: Problem: Slow or blocked drains in sinks, showers, or tubs are often caused by the buildup of hair, soap […]
How Can You Improve the Quality of Your Drinking Water? The water in North Carolina is deemed to be safe for human consumption, yet there are areas of this beautiful state where the water is considered to be hard. And for homeowners with hard water, a water-softer installation may be just the answer. What is hard water? […]
What is the Current Condition of Your Septic Tank? There are many homes on the outskirts of Mills River, North Carolina, that are not on the city sewer system. Instead, they have septic tanks, and while they may have the same quality of life in these rural areas, some things are different. Such as they […]
How do you take care of clogged drains? There are a lot of things you need to prepare for, and one of the things you need to do is prepare for how to handle clogged drains. Clogged drains are always something you have to deal with in the Asheville, North Carolina area, just as it is […]
The Mills River, North Carolina area is a beautiful part of the country. Many will trek here for a quiet vacation and enjoy the beauty as they rest and reset. But for businesses that serve these visitors and the residents in this area, water filtration is essential to ensure the water is clean and healthy. What […]
Learn About Water Heaters The water heater. Every house has one. Every house needs one. This appliance is one of the most underappreciated every house has, yet it is an important appliance. So, when you have a cold shower waiting for you one cold winter North Carolina morning, your first thought is probably, “Guess I […]
Choosing Sewer Line Inspection You use it every day, but you never see it. It is impertinent to a properly functioning plumbing system, but you never see it. We’re talking about the sewer line to your home. Without it, or with its malfunctioning, our homes would be a major, unhealthy mess! This makes having regular sewer […]