Facts and Tips Archives

Handling Pipe Leaks: Your Immediate Actions and Long-Term Solutions

Posted on January 8, 2026January 8, 2026 by Charlie Avoles

Discovering a pipe leak can be stressful, especially when it occurs at an inconvenient time. At St Paul Pipeworks, we understand the urgency of these situations and want to provide you with comprehensive guidance on how to handle them effectively before our plumber arrives. Immediate Steps When You Discover a Leak Shut Off the Main […]

Broken Water Heater Causing You Problems? Ask a Plumber…

Posted on January 1, 2026January 2, 2026 by Charlie Avoles

What is Wrong With My Water Heater? There are two things that can cause your water heater to malfunction. The first is that your water heater is leaking. If this is the case, you will need to call a plumber. To stop water from continuing to fill the tank, shut off the cold-water inlet on […]

How to Unclog Your Garbage Disposal – Tips from a Professional Plumber

Posted on December 25, 2025December 26, 2025 by Charlie Avoles

What is the biggest problem that can occur with your garbage disposal? A garbage disposal can clog, causing water and food particles to back up into your kitchen sink. Here are some useful tips for those times you need to unclog your garbage disposal. The best tip to prevent a disposal from clogging is to […]

Why Does My Water Look Cloudy? Ask a Plumber…

Posted on December 18, 2025December 19, 2025 by Charlie Avoles

It is common for tap water in St. Paul and the Minneapolis metro area to appear a bit cloudy. There are a few reasons why this could be happening. Generally, this is something harmless and does not affect the safety or general quality of your drinking water. Most of the time, if your tap water […]

Why is My Toilet Constantly Running? Ask a Plumber…

Posted on December 11, 2025December 12, 2025 by Charlie Avoles

Have you ever experienced the frustration of a perpetually running toilet? The sound of running water when no one is using it can be not only annoying but also a potential sign of underlying issues. We’ve all been there, jiggling the toilet handle to get it to stop running. In this blog, we’ll dive into […]

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 […]