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16 May 2022 ~ Comments Off

The Importance of Septic Tank Maintenance

Septic Tank Maintenance Plumbing Tips If you live in a home with a septic tank, you never want to experience anything like the overflow scene from the movie “Meet the Parents.” That memorable mess serves as a vivid and stark reminder of the importance of septic tank maintenance. Regular maintenance is vital to maintaining the health of your septic system […]

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08 March 2022 ~ Comments Off

How to Maximize The Life of Your Water Heater

Bad Water Heater A well-functioning water heater is a staple for any home. The typical life of a residential water heater can range anywhere between 8 to 12 years, maybe more depending on certain factors such as size, brand, etc. Whether you’re buying a new water heater and want to maximize it’s service life, or you’re just looking […]

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18 October 2021 ~ Comments Off

5 Common Plumbing Problems Every Homeowner Should Be Aware Of

Harvey-Baker-Plumbing-Blog-Photo Are you experiencing a leaky faucet or low water pressure in the shower? As a homeowner, tackling these minor issues may become overwhelming and result in a build up of problems never being addressed. The most convenient solution to addressing these problems is contacting your local plumber. Harvey Baker Plumbing is a 24 hour residential […]

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29 September 2021 ~ Comments Off

4 Common Plumbing Problems Every Homeowner Needs To Watch For

Harvey-Baker-Plumbing-Article-Photo What are the most common plumbing problems that homeowners need to watch out for in 2021? Below we will discuss a few of the most common plumbing problems, that with routine maintenance and a bit of know-how can be handled before they become a major issue.  Low water pressure is troublesome even if you’re not […]

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03 August 2021 ~ Comments Off

3 Major Signs It’s Time for Water Heater Replacement

replacing water heaters As with most of your appliances, your water heater is used every day and regular usage means you’ll eventually need a new one. The typical lifespan for a hot water heater is 8-12 years so you can expect to deal with water heater replacement once a decade or so. Keep in mind, you can protect […]

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12 July 2021 ~ Comments Off

Plumbing Tools A Homeowner Should Own

Plumbing Tools for Homeowners Plumbing issues arise often times with no warning.  When the inevitable does eventually happen it’s important for homeowners, property owners and renters to have a few plumbing related tools on-hand. This does not necessarily mean you are able to fix any and all plumbing issues with these tools but it could prevent an issue from […]

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21 February 2020 ~ Comments Off

Why a Home Inspection is So Vital

Harvey Baker Plumbing Orlando, Florida A home inspection is a widely inclusive, and vital assessment of the state of a home. The home inspection procedure is often,however not always performed at the hour of the clearance of the home. A home is one of the most significant buys one will ever make.  A home inspection is a cheap method to […]

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