Plumbing Tips for Spring #8 - Consider replacing a water heater more than 15 years old. (The first four numbers of the serial number represent the month and year it was made.) Newer water heaters are more energy efficient
— Scott Ferrell (@SD_Plumbers) April 26, 2018
Plumbing Tips for Spring #7 - Carefully drain several gallons from the water heater tank to flush out corrosion causing sediment, which reduces heating efficiency and shortens the life of the heater.
— Scott Ferrell (@SD_Plumbers) April 24, 2018
Plumbing Tips for Spring #6 - Make sure toilets flush properly. If the handle must be held down for a thorough flush or jiggled to stop the water from running you may need to replace worn tank parts. They’re inexpensive and you’ll notice a lower water bill.
— Scott Ferrell (@SD_Plumbers) April 19, 2018
Plumbing Tips for Spring #5 - Inspect toilet tank and bowl for cracks or leaks.
— Scott Ferrell (@SD_Plumbers) April 17, 2018
Plumbing Tips for Spring #4 - Check toilets for hidden leaks. Add six drops of food coloring to the toilet tank. If the toilet is leaking, color will appear in the bowl within 30 minutes
— Scott Ferrell (@SD_Plumbers) April 12, 2018
Plumbing Tips for Spring #3 - Make sure yard drains, gutters and downspouts are cleaned out, open, and free of debris.
— Scott Ferrell (@SD_Plumbers) April 10, 2018
Plumbing Tips for Spring #2 - Check all exposed pipes under sinks and in basement or crawlspace areas for leaks.
— Scott Ferrell (@SD_Plumbers) April 5, 2018
Plumbing Tips for Spring #1 - Check all faucets and outdoor spigots for drips and leaks.
— Scott Ferrell (@SD_Plumbers) April 3, 2018
Happy Easter
— Scott Ferrell (@SD_Plumbers) April 1, 2018
