Tankless water heating systems (demand-type or instantaneous water heaters) give you hot water as needed. It saves you money because you have none of those typical standby energy losses with storage water heaters. Simply put, demand-type water heaters heat water directly. It does away with storage tanks. When you switch the hot water tap on, […]
Read MoreSure, your bathroom fixtures can rival any showroom this side of town. But is the bathroom plumbing behind them at par? The daily baths, toilet flushing, showers, and sink use eventually cause inevitable wear and tear. In time, your plumbing will need replacing. And we’re talking more than just cosmetic repair. In many cases, substantial […]
Read MoreMany Older Areas of San Diego Use Lead Pipes Many people don’t realize that lead pipes are still used widely in many places in the San Diego such as University City. This article explains why we still have lead in our plumbing and are still using lead pipe. Why is Lead Pipes Used in Water […]
Read MoreSpice up your bland bathroom with these bathroom renovation ideas. A bathroom renovation can be life changing. Exaggerated as it may sound, the look, feel, and functionality of a bathroom can work wonders for your everyday routine. For many homeowners, it could even spell the difference between heading out the door on time and arriving […]
Read MoreIndirect water heaters – Out of sight, out of mind. That’s the way it should be when it comes to your home’s water heater. Water heaters should work seamlessly, require zero attention, and cost little to maintain. Most of us take our heaters for granted simply because we don’t see them. We turn our shower […]
Read MoreSan Diego Plumbers – Black Mountain Plumbing Earns Esteemed 2017 Angie’s List Super Service Award Award reflects consistently high level of customer service for San Diego Plumbing Company San Diego, CA, February 1 – Black Mountain Plumbing Inc, a San Diego plumbing company, is proud to announce that it has earned the home service industry’s […]
Read MorePlumbing Trends Worth Watching in 2018 Whether or not you’re designing your new home or just looking to upgrade a kitchen or bathroom in your current house, here are a few plumbing trends to watch in 2018. Smart Leak Detectors – Plumbing Trends What exactly is a leak detector? It’s a device in your home […]
Read MoreReplacing All of the Pipes in Your Home If you’re a homeowner in San Diego, you may be faced with the daunting task of residential repiping. A repipe involves replacing all of the pipes in your home, typically due to old or corroded pipes that are causing issues such as low water pressure or leaks. […]
Read MoreWhy Does My Hot Water Heater Odors or Stink? If you detect water heater odors or a lingering odor in the water itself, then there is a good chance that your tank has come down with a bacterial infection. It will smell like rotten eggs. The most convenient way to solve this problem is to […]
Read MoreToilet Fixes Toolkit Coca-Cola. Vinegar. Boiling water. No, this isn’t the ingredient list for the craziest cake ever – it’s your toilet fixes toolkit! Hear us out. For major plumbing problems – like, “flooded bathroom-level” problems – it’s best to call a professional plumber. But, if your toilet troubles are minor, a common household item […]
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