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Toilet Flushing Actions: Ask a plumber…

Posted on March 7, 2024March 8, 2024 by Charlie Avoles

Understanding Toilet Flushing Systems: A Comprehensive Guide The flushing mechanism of toilets holds a significant place, dictating efficiency, water usage, and maintenance needs. This guide delves into the intricacies of toilet flushing systems, distinguishing between tank-style and flushometer-style mechanisms while shedding light on the innovative Flushmate system. Whether you’re a homeowner seeking insight into your […]

How does one become a plumber? Ask a Plumber..

Posted on February 23, 2024February 23, 2024 by Charlie Avoles

What does it take to become a plumber? Plumbing is one of the construction trades that require an individual license for each worker. In other words, the person working in your home is required to have a specific plumbing license. Apprenticeship To get a plumbing license, a person must serve an apprenticeship that requires four […]

Waste Pipes: Where Does My Dirty Water Go? Ask a Plumber…

Posted on February 8, 2024February 9, 2024 by Charlie Avoles

The Riddle of Your Home Waste Pipes Answered. Have you ever wondered where all the water you flush or drain every day goes? Each home boasts at least one primary waste pipe that whisks away used wastewater from the residence. For city dwellers and most urban households, these waste pipes meander to the streets where […]

What’s the difference between an Apprentice, a Journeyman, and a Master Plumber?

Posted on October 26, 2023October 26, 2023 by Charlie Avoles

The plumbing industry and other construction trades use designations to determine the skill level of employees. Much like the designation titles that were used coming out of the Renaissance, the titles that we are familiar with today are Apprentice, Journeyman, and Master. Let’s explore the difference between these different classifications of plumbers. Apprentices are plumbers […]

How can I tell if my leaking pipe is a water pipe leak or a waste pipe leak? Ask A Plumber

Posted on October 19, 2023October 26, 2023 by Charlie Avoles

A leaking pipe can be a water supply pipe or a waste pipe leak. How can you tell which one you’re dealing with? The most difficult problem in determining where a leak is coming from is that often the leaking pipe is concealed and you notice the symptoms of the leak first without being able […]

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. […]