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Are You Thinking About Getting a New Water Heater? Ask A Plumber…

Posted on February 5, 2026February 6, 2026 by Charlie Avoles

Confused About Which Water Heating System Is Right for You? St Paul Pipeworks can help you decide. For many years, water heaters have been one of the least efficient appliances in your home, but recently, technology has dramatically improved the efficiency and cost of heating water. We can help you sort out which system fits […]

Why Does My Water Smell Like Rotten Eggs? Ask a Plumber…

Posted on December 4, 2025December 5, 2025 by Charlie Avoles

Understanding the Initial Situation St Paul Pipeworks recently installed an A. O. Smith Voltex Water Heater in a customer’s home. A Voltex is an electric water heater with a heat pump located inside of its tank. The heat pump is a key component that extracts heat from the surrounding air and uses it to heat […]

How To Avoid Frozen Pipes In Sub-Zero Temperatures: Ask A Plumber…

Posted on November 27, 2025November 28, 2025 by Charlie Avoles

When the temperatures drop, your pipes can freeze. Anyone who has lived in Minnesota for any period of time has experienced or knows someone who has experienced a frozen pipe. In this blog, we’ll give you some tips on how to prevent your pipes from freezing during the cold winter months. As we enter the […]

Know The Difference Between Your Pipes: Ask A Plumber…

Posted on November 20, 2025November 20, 2025 by Charlie Avoles

Understanding the Main Types of Pipes in Plumbing For many homeowners, trying to identify the different types of pipes in a home can feel overwhelming. Whether you’re inspecting your basement or tracing pipes in other rooms, it’s not always clear which pipes do what, or why they’re located in certain areas. Understanding the different types […]

Do You Have Low Water Pressure? Ask A Plumber…

Posted on November 13, 2025November 14, 2025 by Charlie Avoles

What causes a drop in water pressure in your house? Low water pressure is a frequent problem in many houses. There are multiple things that can cause water pressure issues in your home. An experienced plumber knows exactly what to look for and how to treat the problem most efficiently. Pipe Material and Fittings Matters […]

Freezing Pipes: Keep Your Pipes Safe in Minnesota Winters

Posted on November 6, 2025November 7, 2025 by Charlie Avoles

Well, it’s that time of year again. Freezing temperatures are right around the corner, and the risk of freezing pipes will be on the rise. Each year, St Paul Pipeworks receives a call to a house where the metal water pipes have frozen in the house during the winter. These “freeze and break” situations occur […]