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Know The Difference Between Your Pipes: Ask A Plumber…

Posted on October 5, 2023October 5, 2023 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 […]

Smart Home Water Shutoff System: Ask A Plumber…

Posted on September 28, 2023October 4, 2023 by Charlie Avoles

One of the latest technological advancements in plumbing is a Smart Home Water Shutoff system that can save a lot of heartache and a lot of expense. This device measures when there is an unusual flow of water in your home. These devices are typically installed by a plumber because they require expert pipe cutting […]

How to Winterize Your Outside Faucets

Posted on September 21, 2023September 21, 2023 by Charlie Avoles

What you should do now to winterize your outside faucets. In Minnesota and in places that have freezing weather in the winter, it is necessary to winterize your lawn faucets before the temperatures start to drop. When temperatures begin to drop below freezing, water inside your pipes will freeze. As it freezes, it can expand and can cause the pipes […]

Faucet Repairs: DIY or Call a Professional? Ask A Plumber…

Posted on August 31, 2023August 31, 2023 by Charlie Avoles

Are common faucet repairs DIY projects, or should you call a professional plumber? St Paul Pipeworks plumbers recently arrived at a job where the homeowner had tried to repair a shower valve by themselves. It turned out they were unsuccessful and ended up damaging the valve badly enough that it had to be replaced. We […]

Home Water Filtration: Ensuring Safe and Clean Water

Posted on August 3, 2023August 3, 2023 by Charlie Avoles

How Safe is Your Home’s Water? Water is an essential resource for life, but not all water is created equal. From city to city, the composition of water can vary significantly. Various home water filtration systems are available to improve the quality of the water in your home. Water quality can impact the health of […]

Why is my plumbing making noise?

Posted on July 27, 2023July 28, 2023 by Charlie Avoles

What is that noise in my house? Houses make sounds. Some sounds are normal, and some sounds are an indication that there is a problem with one of the areas in your home. Gurgling, banging, and whistling noises are some of the noises that indicate there is a problem with one of your plumbing fixtures. […]