Ace Plumbing and Heating Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Plumbing’

The Best Fall Plumbing Checklist for Your Home.

Monday, September 9th, 2024

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How to Make a Fall Plumbing Checklist.

It’s that time of year again to start thinking about preparing your home for the colder months ahead. As the leaves start to change and there’s a chill in the air, one of the most important and often overlooked areas to focus on is to winterproof your plumbing. Preparing in the fall for the winter now, can save you from the headaches of frozen pipes, water damage, and expensive emergency repairs later. Now, let’s start by putting together a fall plumbing checklist to keep your home’s plumbing system trouble free all winter long.

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A Better Fix To A Poly-B Nightmare

Monday, August 26th, 2024

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A Story of a Poly-B Nightmare

One bright Saturday morning, the Johnson family discovered a problem. Sarah cooked breakfast when she noticed water gathering near the kitchen baseboards. She first thought the dishwasher caused it, but she soon realized the issue was more serious. Their house constructed in the mid 80s still had the original Poly-B piping system.

Tags: Calgary, Chestermere, Langdon, Okotoks, Plumbing
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How to Spot Water Leaks Lurking Behind Your Walls

Monday, July 29th, 2024

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Hey there! You know, the other day I was chatting with a neighbor over coffee, and we got into this whole conversation about water leaks. It’s one of those things you don’t really think about until it happens to you, and then it’s a nightmare. So, I thought it might be helpful to share some tips on how to spot water leaks lurking behind your walls before they turn into a big problem.

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Hot Rusty Water. The Truth About It’s Disastrous Effects

Monday, July 15th, 2024

Hot Rusty Water

You turn on your hot water tap, and boom! Hot rusty water runs out. It looks gross and makes you wonder if your water is safe to use. It also is a great breeding ground for bacteria. Now let’s chat about the mystery of hot rusty water in your pipes. I’ll share five causes for this annoying plumbing issue. Plus, I’ll tell you how to stop it from happening in your house.

Tags: Calgary, Chestermere, Okotoks, Plumbing, Water Heater Services, Water Testing
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Smart Toilet Luxury. The Ultimate Way to Poop Comfortably.

Monday, July 1st, 2024

I don’t know about you, but it’s been a crappy week. And yes, even the Professor of Plumbing has weeks like that every once in a while. So, that’s why I thought that this week I would write about something, well… crappy. But I think that by the time you’re done with this article you’ll feel relieved that there is great news in the toilet world. Buckle up and we’ll dive into how the smart toilet is the latest trend in home technology. How it’s designed to bring more comfort, convenience, and water efficiency to your home.

I will walk you through everything you need to know about the smart toilet. By the time you finish reading this article, you’ll feel confident about upgrading your bathroom. And enjoy the many benefits of a smart toilet. Get in touch with Beth at Ace Plumbing and she will take care of all the details.

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5 Toilet Problems. How To Repair The Phanthom Flush

Monday, June 17th, 2024

Image of Jack Devetten the Professer of Plumbing talking about central air conditioning

Toilets are an essential part of our daily lives, yet they often create problems that can be both annoying and disruptive. Whether the toilet is plugged, a slow fill, or one of those mysterious phantom flushes. These are problems every homeowner will encounter at some point.

So, this week our topic is about five common toilet problems that homeowners will encounter. Jack DeVetten, the Professor of Plumbing will provide you with five actual case studies, their symptoms, and then some practical solutions. The names in the case studies have been changed for privacy reasons.

By the time you have finished reading this guide, you’ll have the confidence to handle these repairs yourself, saving both time and money. So, let’s dive in and get your toilet running smoothly again. Grab your tools, and let’s master the art of toilet repairs together!

Tags: Calgary, Chestermere, Langdon, Okotoks, Plumbing
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Four Reasons to Call for Plumbing Service

Monday, May 27th, 2024

Some plumbing problems are easy enough to address that you can attempt a DIY solution. But other plumbing problems require the help of an expert plumbing technician. How do you know the difference?

We are highlighting some of the reasons that you should call a professional and explaining why you should leave these problems to an expert plumber in Okotoks. Keep reading to learn more about the four plumbing problems that you don’t want to attempt to fix yourself.

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Top 5 Home Plumbing & HVAC Emergencies that Can’t Wait

Monday, May 13th, 2024

Plumber using a wrench to tighten a siphon under a sink.

There are household problems, and then there are emergencies that simply cannot wait. When it comes to your plumbing and HVAC systems, you want to be aware of five things in particular that should be treated as emergencies.

You can keep reading to learn more about five situations which you should call us and schedule an emergency appointment for your HVAC system or residential plumbing. Prioritizing an appointment for HVAC and plumbing emergencies in Calgary can help you protect your systems from even more serious problems.

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Tree Roots In The Sewer Line. Want Some Advice?

Monday, May 6th, 2024

Image of Jack Devetten the Professer of Plumbing talking about tree roots in the sewer line.

Hi, Jack, the Professor of Plumbing here. And I will be giving some great advice today on the effects of tree roots in your sewer line. But before we get into the root of todays topic. Let’s start off with a recent case study.

In this case study you will learn what not to do when dealing with tree roots in your sewer line. And why a reoccurring sewer clog should be left up to a professional, certified plumbing company. Here we go.

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Sewer Damage. And How Powerful Tree Roots Actually Are.

Monday, April 8th, 2024

Image of Jack Devetten the Professer of Plumbing talking about Sewer Damage — **Jack The Professor of Plumbing**

Finally, spring is here and we are all itching to get out into the yard after a long winter and start the annual spring clean up. But have you ever wondered about the silent war going on under your house? An actual war between the tree roots and the hidden pipes of the sewer system. Sewer damage is actually a real-life drama that plays out under residential neighbourhoods. Creating financial headaches for homeowners.

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