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What is an Instant Hot Water Dispenser? Ask a Plumber…

Posted on August 10, 2023August 24, 2023 by Charlie Avoles

Looking for instant hot water from a sink, bar, or other location? We can help. The InSinkErator company is mostly known to be the top seller of quality garbage disposals. They are also the manufacturer that developed a product called an InstaHot. The InstaHot instant hot water dispenser is a miniature faucet that is installed […]

Why St Paul Pipeworks Plumbers Prefer Delta Faucets

Posted on July 6, 2023July 7, 2023 by Charlie Avoles

The Avoles family has been in the plumbing business for more than 70 years and during that time they have seen and installed various brands and types of faucets. There are established manufacturing companies that have been around for a long time, and there also are many newer companies introducing new faucets to the public. […]

How We Hire a Professional Plumber in Minneapolis and St. Paul

Posted on June 15, 2023June 20, 2023 by Charlie Avoles

What sets a St Paul Pipeworks employee apart? When St Paul Pipeworks approaches the process of hiring a new person to join their team, they look for someone with certain qualities that are important to all of the other members of the team. When they begin interviewing candidates, they are looking for certain specific qualities. […]

Why Is There Water In The Basement This Spring? Ask A Plumber

Posted on April 27, 2023May 25, 2023 by Charlie Avoles

Often during this time of year when the ground is starting to thaw out, St Paul Pipeworks will get calls from customers who are seeing water in their basements. The first thing that people think of is that they have a plumbing leak. So, why do you have water in the basement? More than half […]

Leaking Plumbing Fixtures In Your Home

Posted on April 20, 2023May 25, 2023 by Charlie Avoles

Leaking plumbing can be a frustrating and costly issue for homeowners. Whether it’s a dripping faucet or a pipe that has burst, plumbing leaks can cause damage to your home and lead to higher water bills. Identifying and fixing the source of the leak as soon as possible is crucial to prevent further damage. In […]

Water Pipes vs. Waste Pipes: What’s the difference? Ask A Plumber

Posted on April 6, 2023April 20, 2023 by Charlie Avoles

Can you tell the difference in the plumbing pipes in your home? Let’s explore Water Pipes vs. Waste Pipes When you are trying to identify whether a pipe inside your home is a water pipe or a waste pipe, the easiest way to do so is by size. The waste system pipes are generally larger […]