URGENT INFO: Preventing Frozen Pipes – Part One
With below freezing temperatures continuing in the Triad, it’s critical that you as a homeowner know how to protect your pipes from freezing as best as possible. Just this week, Go Green Plumbing has received hundreds of calls reporting frozen pipes and while we are doing our best to get to everyone, with that number […]
Home Holiday Prep: Your Plumbing System (Part 3)
So your kitchen appliances are ready to roll when guests arrive next month. What’s next? Your plumbing system. The reality is that with additional guests in your home, your plumbing system will endure added stress during the holidays. Here are a few things you can do to help ensure a problem-free holiday. Toilets. Have […]
Protect Your Plumbing During a Major Storm or Flood
It’s no secret that Hurricane Season 2017 is upon us. Americans have already seen four strong hurricanes wreak havoc in the Gulf and the Atlantic. Thanks to many years of great communication campaigns, most people know exactly what to pack in their hurricane kits. But did you know there are a few steps you can […]
Fall Home Maintenance – Part One
As you say goodbye to August and hello to September, now is a good time to begin preparing your fall home maintenance list. With school activities, football games, holidays and family gatherings, there’s little time to complete these important tasks. To lend you a hand, the next few posts are dedicated to important tasks to […]
What Not To Flush
While some toilet clogs are accidents – maybe a toy or other object was flushed accidentally – others are from lack of knowledge regarding what is appropriate to flush and what is not. Below, you’ll find a thorough list of items that are frequently flushed that can cause serious damage to your plumbing system or […]
Some Common Plumbing Myths
Indoor plumbing and access to water is one of the great luxuries of the modern world. However, it’s easy to take for granted the complexity of the plumbing mechanism unless it stops working. Below are a few common plumbing myths debunked to help prevent problems for your plumbing system now and in the future. […]
Do You Have a Break in Your Sewer Line?
Unless a homeowner is a plumbing professional or has taken time to specifically learn about plumbing issues, it can be difficult to know when your home has a potentially serious plumbing problem. One such issue is a breaking or broken sewer line. If you begin to notice the following issues around your home, it’s a […]
When Your Pilot Light on the Gas Hot Water Heater Goes Out
It can be frustrating to find out that the pilot light on your gas hot water tank is out. Discovering that it has gone out often occurs at the most inconvenient times, like standing in your shower waiting for the hot water or trying to fill your sink to wash dishes. Determining the reason […]
Your Plumber Can Do More Than “Fix-It”
Many people believe that the only time to call a plumber is when you have a clogged pipe or a leaking water line. But in reality, there are many occasions when a licensed plumber is needed. Are you building a new home? Do you want to add a bathroom, or move a sink in […]
Remove Odors From Your Refrigerator
The new year is here, but there may be some leftovers from 2016 hanging around — literally. After the dinners, parties and celebrations, your refrigerator may still be housing leftovers, expired items, or produce that’s past its freshness, causing bad smells to take over your refrigerator and be difficult to remove. The following steps can help you deal with […]
