Cooling Unlimited, Inc. Blog : Archive for the ‘Plumbing’ Category

Help! My Toilet’s Overflowing!

Monday, September 9th, 2024
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Nobody wants to deal with a sudden emergency. This is perhaps especially true of plumbing emergencies. And of all possible plumbing situations you don’t want to deal with, anything regarding a toilet is probably top of the list. But, like it or not, toilet emergencies do occasionally happen.

It’s easy to panic when toilet water is flowing onto your floor. But panic will slow you down and make it harder to figure out what needs to be done. The best antidote to panic is information. If you have a plan ahead of time, you’ll be able to execute it calmly. We’ll give you a straightforward checklist of exactly what to do when your toilet overflows, and how to know if you need an emergency plumber.

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Need Gas Line Work Done? You Need a Plumber!

Monday, August 12th, 2024
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Houses have so many systems and functional parts. There are water pipes and drainage pipes, electrical wiring and circuit breakers, ventilation ducts, furnaces, and air conditioners. There might be sump pumps, air purifiers, and more. It may seem like you constantly need to find a new expert to call in when something goes wrong with a different part of your home.

However, some of those experts may work on more home systems than you realize. Do you know who you should call when you need work done on your gas line? It’s a plumber! We’ll explain exactly why, and when you might need their services.

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Don’t Ignore These Signs of a Plumbing Problem

Monday, July 1st, 2024
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Your home’s plumbing is like your body’s circulatory system. It’s absolutely critical to the function of the house, and if it springs a leak or suffers some other problem, immediate attention from a qualified professional is required. Allowing plumbing issues to worsen can lead to massive water damage and other terrible consequences.

Clearly, this means that you must notice and address plumbing problems right away. Therefore, you need to know how to spot problems early, before they get too serious. How can you spot the first signs that you need a plumber? Watch for these signs of a plumbing problem so you can get a plumber in Boston right away.

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Your Handy Plumbing Emergency Checklist

Monday, May 20th, 2024
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As much as we try to avoid them, emergencies happen. Plumbing emergencies can be some of the most alarming things to have happen in your home. It’s easy to lose your head and panic when water is gushing into places it shouldn’t! But it’s much easier to stay calm when you have a clear plan for what to do.

A plumbing emergency can take many forms. We’ll go over some of the most common things that can suddenly happen and how to handle it when they do. With this handy plumbing emergency checklist, you’ll be able to keep your cool and address the problem without panicking.

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Why Your Regular Plumber Should Offer 24/7 Service

Monday, April 8th, 2024
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Imagine you have a minor, non-emergency plumbing issue. Or perhaps you don’t need to imagine. Maybe it’s happening right now! Perhaps a toilet is clogged, but it’s not your only one. Perhaps your drains are slow, but they’re not totally stopped up. You can make a regularly scheduled appointment for a convenient time. 

Here’s the thing: even though you don’t need emergency plumbing services right this minute, we strongly recommend that you choose a plumber who does offer those services, too. This might not seem necessary, but it’s definitely the sensible approach. Here’s why you should always choose a plumber who offers 24/7 service, even if you don’t need an emergency plumber in Boston this time.

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How to Avoid Plumbing Emergencies over the Holidays

Monday, December 4th, 2023
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Plumbing emergencies are always a big hassle, no matter when they happen. But during the holiday season when you might have guests over or be trying to prepare a big meal, they’re even worse.

Since dealing with a plumbing emergency once it occurs is so much trouble, we’d like to help you take some steps to avoid these emergencies altogether.

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4 Common Summer Plumbing Emergencies

Monday, August 28th, 2023
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We all know about the worst plumbing emergency winter has to offer: frozen, burst pipes. But other seasons have their risks as well. During the summer, there are unique strains on various parts of our plumbing systems. If you know what to look out for, you can prevent some of these issues from occurring, or at least catch them promptly and make sure they get addressed when they do occur. Here are four of the plumbing emergencies you’re most likely to encounter during the summer.

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Kitchen Sink Problems that Need a Plumber

Monday, April 10th, 2023
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Oh no! Something’s wrong with the kitchen sink! Should you call a plumber right away? Well, maybe. But there might be something you can try yourself first. We’ll go over the common plumbing problems that plague kitchen sinks, give tips for resolving some yourself, and point out when plumbers are necessary.

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5 Plumbing Emergencies That May Surprise You

Monday, February 27th, 2023
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Nobody ever wants to have a plumbing emergency in their home. When you hear that phrase, you’re probably thinking of things like overflowing toilets, completely clogged sinks, or burst pipes dramatically spraying a geyser of water into your house. But there are other things that definitely constitute an emergency. Here are five situations that might be very unexpected but do indeed mean that you need emergency plumbing services.

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How to Fix a Toilet That Never Stops Flushing

Monday, January 16th, 2023
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Perhaps this sounds familiar. You flush the toilet. After the bowl empties, it begins to refill. But even after you’ve finished washing and drying your hands, the sound of running water hasn’t stopped. You wait another minute or two, but it’s still going. What in the world is wrong? And what can you do about it?

A continuously running toilet is a very common plumbing problem, and because it is wasting a lot of water, you shouldn’t ignore it. We’ll cover the most common reasons for toilets to run after flushing, what you can do about it yourself, and when you should get professional plumbing help.

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