Blog Posts in 2017

Five Benefits of Having a Maintenance Agreement

2017-08-18
Posted By Lange Plumbing & Fire Protection

You depend on the plumbing system in your home to work properly at all times in order for your sinks to turn on, your toilets to flush, and your washing machine to work. So when an issue crops up in your plumbing, such as a slow sink or clogged toilet, it’s easy to become frustrated. If something more serious happens, such as a leaky or burst pipe in your wall, most people go into a panic. These ...
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Why You Should Care About Water Hammer

2017-08-04
Posted By Lange Plumbing & Fire Protection

Have you ever heard a loud bang or thump in the pipe when your toilet tank is filled and it shuts off? What about when your washing machine fills up and starts its cycle? Sometimes this loud bang occurs when you simply turn off a faucet. This loud noise is called “water hammer,” and is appropriately named because it sounds like someone is banging on the pipes in your walls with a hammer. What Is ...
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Are "Hands-Free" Plumbing Fixtures Worth It?

2017-07-10
Posted By Lange Plumbing & Fire Protection

One of the most recent trends in plumbing is “hands-free” or “no-touch” fixtures. You may already have encountered no-touch sinks, and hand dryers that are used commercially, such as in public restrooms. These fixtures are now becoming a viable option to install in the home as well, primarily for ease and convenience, but also to help cut down on the transfer of germs. Automatic plumbing ...
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Should You DIY Your Plumbing Project?

2017-06-07
Posted By Lange Plumbing & Fire Protection

When it comes to issues in and around the home, we often assess the situation and decide whether or not we can tackle it on our own. Indeed, some plumbing problems can be simple fixes. Understandably, also, that some people may be hesitant to contact a plumber because they are looking to save a few extra dollars. There might be those who would prefer to fix the issue themselves because they think ...
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