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Converting a bathtub to a walk-in shower? Ask a Plumber

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

The Rise of Walk-In Showers: A Modern Bathroom Trend St Paul Pipeworks, a team of experienced plumbers, is witnessing a surge in requests from homeowners who wish to replace their bathtub with a walk-in shower. As people age, the task of getting in and out of bathtubs becomes more challenging. Additionally, the preference for showering […]

Top 5 Plumbing Repairs That Require A Pro

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

The Top 5 Plumbing Repairs That Should Be Done By a Professional Plumber Your home’s plumbing is a complex network responsible for crucial daily tasks, from providing hot showers to keeping your kitchen in working order. Yet, like any system, it’s susceptible to wear and tear. This wear can lead to emergency plumbing repairs that […]

Are you thinking about getting a new water heater? Ask A Plumber…

Posted on February 13, 2025February 14, 2025 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 […]

When Should You Call a Plumber?

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

How do I know if I should call a plumber? In general, especially in an emergency, most homeowners struggle with when to call a handyman/appliance repair technician versus calling a licensed plumber. Generally, when the operation or general use of an appliance starts to grow worse and worse, it is likely to be a job […]

My Garbage Disposal is Clogged – What Do I Do?

Posted on January 30, 2025January 30, 2025 by Charlie Avoles

What to do when your garbage disposal is clogged. If your garbage disposal fails to function when turned on, there are a few troubleshooting steps you can take yourself before you call a plumber. Safety First! Garbage disposals combine three common household hazards; Water, Electricity, and Sharp Objects! If you are at all unsure about […]

What If One Of My Pipes Starts Leaking? Ask a Plumber…

Posted on January 23, 2025January 23, 2025 by Charlie Avoles

Handling Pipe Leaks: Your Immediate Actions At St Paul Pipeworks, we understand the hassle of discovering a pipe leak, especially at the most inconvenient times, like when guests are on their way or after regular business hours. Your first step should always be shutting off the house’s water main. If it’s a significant leak that […]