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

Posted on December 19, 2024December 19, 2024 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 […]

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

Posted on December 5, 2024December 5, 2024 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 […]

Know The Difference Between Your Pipes: Ask A Plumber…

Posted on November 28, 2024November 29, 2024 by Charlie Avoles

In basic plumbing, there are three different kinds of plumbing pipes. To most homeowners, it can be confusing and a bit daunting when you go down to the basement or other locations in the house. It is not always clear what each of the pipes are used for and why they are located in that […]

Do You Have Low Water Pressure? Ask A Plumber…

Posted on November 21, 2024November 21, 2024 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 14, 2024November 21, 2024 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 […]

Gas Leaks: Do You Smell Gas In Your House? Ask a Plumber…

Posted on October 31, 2024November 11, 2024 by Charlie Avoles

What to do if you think you have a gas leak in your home. In the plumbing industry, we have a healthy respect for the dangers of gas leaks. If there is too much gas and a flame occurs, an explosion can happen. Detecting Gas Leaks There is a distinct odorant called Mercaptan added to […]