Do I Need Plumbing Repiping?

 

How do I know if I need to repipe my home?

You may have questions as why your home needs to be re-piped in the first place. There are a few reasons why you may need to repipe your house. Old galvanized piping may need to be replaced, as you could have rusty piping. Leaking copper piping is not too good as this could cause pinhole leaks in copper plumbing.

Illegal piping may not be up to building standards. Low water pressure (high velocity water) could be another problem, as it could erode the protective coating on pipes. Also, if your water bill increases suddenly, this could be an indicator that something is wrong with your pipes. Feeling heat under your floor is another indicator of faulty piping.

If your water turns a different color, this could be an indicator of faulty piping. Also if your pipes make noises, this could also be a sign of faulty piping. So, there are a few reasons you may want to re-pipe your home.

How long will it take?

Different piping takes a different amount of time so there’s no standard answer. However, repiping a whole house can take from 1-4 days. We’ll aim for the shortest time possible – that goes without saying. However, you will be allowed to remain in your house during the process and be sure that we do not create a large me in your home.

Also, the water will be off during the middle portion of your day meaning that you will have it on during the morning and evenings. We aim for the minimum disruption possible.

Why should I hire a professional plumbing company?

We specialize in repiping, we’ve been doing it for a while and are experts. Regular plumbers tend to not specialize in re-piping, this is what we do as a specialty. With our re-piping you can be sure that’s you’ll receive a quality service by experts qualified to do the jobs. An expert plumber will do the job required, so you will not be dealing with amateurs or someone unqualified to do a professional job.

Want to repipe your Stuart home? Call Allore’s Plumbing at (772) 288-0998 today and get the job done with our services!

Why Do I Need a Plumber to Remodel My Kitchen?

Kitchen remodeling has been shown to be one of the best ways to improve the value of a home. Buyers in the market for a new house like nothing better than walking into a large, open concept kitchen filled with new appliances and high end fixtures. Buyers have an easy time ignoring small defects in living rooms, and bedrooms but outdated kitchens can really kill a deal.

For homes not listed for sale it’s a matter of usability. An old kitchen can make even the smallest meal a chore to prepare. An amazing meal can really bring a family together. With a new kitchen, making that great meal gets a little easier.

Why Do I Need a Plumber For This Job?

While there are some who could take on the job of remodeling a kitchen on their own, must don’t have the time, money, or most importantly, skill to tackle the job. Most kitchen remodels will require some adjustments be made to the plumbing. Moving the sink to a new location? That’s going to mean running new pipes through the floors and walls. Even if the sink stay in the same place, the faucet and sink will certainly be replaced.

Pluming may, to the untrained eye, seem like a simple matter of gluing pipes together. In fact, a poorly plumbed home can turn into a real mess quickly with leaks and water damage. In the worst case, an improperly installed plumbing system could lead to the introduction of highly toxic sewer gas into your home.

What Are the Benefits?

Hiring a trained, licensed, and professional plumber to assist with a kitchen remodel is a guarantee of quality, safety, and functionality. Homeowners deciding to complete plumbing work on their own with the intent of saving a few dollars may very well end up costing themselves in the long run. Tearing down a newly remodeled kitchen to repair a leak caused by faulty plumbing will be much more expensive than it would have been to hire an expert plumber in the first place.

Another benefit of contracting a qualified tradesmen to handle any plumbing issues that come up during a kitchen remodel is the time needed to complete the work. A handyman working in the evenings and sometimes on weekends could take a week or more to complete a job that could be done in one day by a competent professional.

Are you looking to turn your Stuart kitchen into an exquisite space for culinary creations? Call Allore’s Plumbing at (772) 288-0998 for the plumbing help you need to make this dream come true.

Discolored Water: Causes, Fixes & Prevention

 

Good health, clean water and comfort is important to all homeowners. Over time, however, water can sometimes become discolored, and may even turn black from water running in kitchen and bathroom sinks and tubs. When this happens its best to call a professional plumber, understand the cause and what can be done about it.

Most water discoloration problems are brought on by mineral and chemical buildups in pipes. Minerals, such as magnesium, iron and algae, resin beads, along with pipe degradation can cause water discolorations. This includes black water. Black water is most common in toilet tanks, due to mineral buildups mixed with water and oxygen. If the inside of the tank is black most likely the cause is magnesium, and possibly iron.

Another cause of discolored water is steel pipes. Steel pipes and galvanized pipes can sometimes result in mineral flake buildups from exposed iron. This leads to rust buildup in the pipes. With other mineral deposits in the pipes, such as magnesium, the water becomes a black color. Resin beads, usually resulting from water softeners, can also cause black water. Resin beads are especially present in water system with water softeners that are not operating to full capacity, or those that are malfunctioning.

Pink or orange stains on tub or sink fixtures generally indicates rust build-ups. Orange water can often mean the presence of rust in the pipes, and could also indicate potential clogs and plumbing problems. If, along with the rusty water, the water is not draining properly there may be other problems, such as grease or hair clogs that need removed.

The best course of action when experiencing discolored water is to call a professional plumber to have water tested. Professional plumbers and technicians test water for the presence of mineral buildup and chemicals. A high mineral buildup indicates pipes that need cleaned, and possibly a filter installed to remove minerals from entering the water system. A rust buildup indicates pipes in need of maintenance, and a build up of resin that water softeners are not operating efficiently. Pipe degradation can also be part of the problem. Hiring a professional plumber to analyze the problem is the best method for indicating the specific problem, and the solution.

Regular cleaning of the pipes will also prevent future problems, damage to pipes, and other more costly problems. Regular pipe cleaning and maintenance also allows professional plumbers to indicate problems before water discolorations, and other problems occur. This saves money and time, and keeps water running clear.

Bring in a plumber into your Stuart home to look over your plumbing system and make the necessary corrections. Call Allore’s Plumbing at (772) 288-0998 today! 

What Is Hydrojetting & What Are Its Benefits?

 

Does your home or business need its sewer lines or pipe lines unclogged and cleaned? If so, then an expert in Hydro-Jet plumbing is the person for the job. This relatively new technique uses streams of high-pressure water to flush out and clean grease, roots, and debris from clogged pipes, it is thus far the best and most effective drain cleaning technique.

Hydro-Jetting Grease

Many restaurants produce large volumes of greasy residue from their industrial kitchens. Although much of the grease is caught in grease traps, it is inevitable that some grease will enter the sewer lines and cause blockages. The traditional method of snaking the pipes is an ineffective way of removing this build-up. However, high-pressure water shooting from a hose at 3,500 psi is a highly effective method of clearing grease from sewer lines.

Hydro-Jetting Roots

When pipes become clogged because roots have made their way into the sewer system, a two-fold method of pipe repair is advisable. First, a camera inspection of the inside of the pipe will show whether or not cracks in the pipe have been created by root damage. If roots have not penetrated the pipes, then Hydro-Jetting will be the next step. The high-pressure water will easily cut through most stubborn roots and leave the pipes clear and functional.

Hydro-Jetting Debris

Over time, debris can find its way into sewer lines by attaching itself to the protective waterproof inner coating of the pipe. This causes the sewer lines to become clogged and in need of clearing. Normally, waste water relies on gravity to move it into the sewer system. However, in order to remove the clog by Hydro-Jetting, the plumber works in reverse. He will locate the downstream end of the clean-out opening in the plumbing system. Then the high-pressure hose, with its attached special nozzle, will be placed into the clean-out opening, and the pressurized spray will be dispensed into the pipe at a flow rate of 18 gallons per minute. The spray works its way upstream through the pipes, against gravity, in order to clean out any debris. Once the debris is released and the pipe is clear, then gravity will carry the debris downstream, through the pipes, and into the sewer system.

This new and effective method of Hydro-Jetting is an effective method of removing clogs of grease, roots, and debris from sewer lines. Many plumbers recommend Hydro-Jetting as a preventative measure to keep sewer pipes functioning smoothly.

Stop waiting for the perfect time to take care of your home’s drains and call Allore’s Plumbing at (772) 288-0998 today for Drain Cleaning services in the Stuart area! 

What Should I Look For When Hiring a Plumber?

 

More and more people are looking to complete everyday tasks around their homes without feeling they need to call a professional licensed plumber from our specialist service provider. However, there are a number of reasons, including the knowledge, that an experienced plumber will complete any task to the highest degree and with the minimum of fuss. Confidence in the professional, whether from our plumbing company or an expert in another field will provide both confidence and peace of mind in the repair or installation that has taken place.

Licensing leads to better qualified plumbers

All our plumbers are licensed and fully trained to conduct the repairs, maintenance and installations we undertake. Licensing means that each plumber working for our business has undergone the required amount of training and has continued to improve their skills throughout their career. As any licensed professional will reports, continuing education now plays an important and prominent role in the licensing process, after becoming licensed all our plumbers must undertake a certain number of continuing education hours of study to maintain their license. This important part of licensing makes sure our plumbers are trained in the latest technology and are comfortable installing and repairing the latest appliances and plumbing installations, such as tankless hot water heaters, to the highest level of quality.

In plumbing experience counts

Experience is something that nobody can underestimate, knowing the basics of a plumbing task can often lead to overconfidence on the part of the homeowner. Our plumbers are all fully qualified and experienced in undertaking the majority of residential and commercial plumbing tasks, which means they are confident in their abilities and understand how to keep our clients happy. Knowing that a plumber is experienced and confident in their abilities is a great way for any home or business owner to know the repair or maintenance they are undertaking will be performed well and professionally at the first time of asking.

Safety and security is added by insurance

Everybody knows that accidents happen and are often simply unavoidable, even when our fully qualified and experienced plumbers work on a property they are often faced with problems that could not have been accounted for. Insurance is one area of our business we do not underestimate, with this added layer of security bringing confidence in our company for both our expert plumbers and our clients.

We want to make sure our Stuart customers are happy, so leave the plumbing projects up to Allore’s Plumbing. Don’t delay and call (772) 288-0998 today!

Reasons to Keep Away From DIY Plumbing Projects

 

So many people think that they can save money by taking care of projects around the house by themselves. This may be true for a lot of things, including routine maintenance issues. The do-it-yourself craze is in full swing and those who are jumping on the bandwagon are finding that they are in fact saving money. However, many people think they can do everything themselves. But, there is just sometimes when it is better to call in a professional and allow them to handle things. When dealing with the plumbing, HVAC system and anything electrical in the home. It’s best to call in a trained professional. Here are three reason why you should never tackle a plumbing job.

Safety
The plumbing system is very intrigue. Without a full understanding of this system, it can be dangerous. Electrical aspects often run concurrent with the plumbing system. If you didn’t put in the plumbing system, you may not know about such things. Having a flood near anything electrical could be a safety nightmare.

Warranty
If you have recently had anything upgraded, be it plumbing or the water heater, you shouldn’t touch it period! Do you know that you can void your warranty if you mess with things and are not a certified plumber? Too many people have found out the hard way that unless you are a licensed plumber, you can cause yourself a great deal of heartache with warranties.

You Won’t Save In The End
Sure, it looks better to save a few bucks on a potential plumbing repair. But what so many people don’t factor in is the further damage they cause. Take for instance the guy who tried to replace his kitchen faucet. He didn’t realize there was shut off valves under the sink and how difficult they are to turn off at times. See, plumbing will seize after rust and debris builds on it. He tried to remove them without shutting off the main. This guy ended up causing a huge mess that ruined his kitchen flooring. Moral of this story, it would have cost him a very small amount just to have it done right. The simple faucet replacement ended up costing him about $2,500. It costs less to do it right. Many people think they can’t afford it, but what they can’t afford is a bigger mess.

Hire a professional plumber in the Stuart area today! Call Allore’s Plumbing at (772) 288-0998 for our top-notch services. 

The Guaranteed Benefits of Remodeling Your Bathroom

 

You may be relaxing after a hard day’s work when it starts to come to mind that your home needs an upgrade. Maybe something small gets the idea started, such as a trace of mildew near the bathtub, to get the bathroom either repaired or remodeled. However, there are some compelling reasons to step above the level of simple repair when it comes to your bathroom. You may very well be better served by having a complete remodel, and here are the top three reasons to remodel your bathroom.

1) Added Value.
The costs and difficulty of having a bathroom remodeled may seem daunting, but did you know that you may reap a 60% return on your investment? If you have plans of ever selling your home, a bathroom remodeling job by trained professionals can add so much value and marketability to your home that it is well worth the effort. In addition, it is important to realize that plumbing and piping does not last forever. The pipes that run your bathroom may have a lifespan of as much as thirty years, but the older they are the more inclined they are to leaking and expensive problems. In the long run, with a professional remodeling you can save enormous difficulty and cost.

2) Safety Upgrade. 
Remodeling your bathroom can eliminate problems with mold and mildew, greatly enhancing the health of your environment. Also, in planning a renovation job, you can make selections about where to locate your fixtures you may not have thought of before. You can easily add handrails to worn and tired bathtubs, and generally speaking make you home more livable and safer than it has ever been before. An additional benefit is that the newer plumbing you install will have a long life ahead of it, preventing leaks and flooding.

3) Efficiency.
A new bathroom can be more efficient than the older model. By choosing fixtures that are designed to save water, you can make a big difference in your bills. Additionally, you can design the remodeled bathroom with your own needs in mind insofar as where fixtures should be and what degree of luxury they may entail. This all gives you the opportunity to design around savings, which really pay off in the long run.

It is important to weigh the pros and cons when considering a bathroom remodeling job. However, it is important that you understand such a major task is best left to the professionals.

Is it time to remodel your Stuart bathroom? Call Allore’s Plumbing today at (772) 288-0998 for our professional services! 

Learn How Water Heater Maintenance Can Help You Save Money

 

Most people still have a traditional water heater in their house which, as compared to the latest energy efficient models, hogs about 18% of the house’s total energy. About $600 are spent annually by an average homeowner on energy usage by a water heater. In order to trim your water heating costs, these are 5 tips you can follow.

1. Turn Down the Thermostat – The default temperature setting of a water heater is at 140 degrees and this temperature is too hot. Instead, if you turn down the heat, you will be saving about 3 – 5% on your energy bills for every 10 degrees you turn down. Spend some time in finding out the most comfortable temperature at which you can operate, and then stick to it.

2. Regular Maintenance – Because your water heater needs maintenance like any other appliance, when it doesn’t get that maintenance, it can develop faults which would not only require repairs in the future but also affect its efficiency. Thus, make sure you allow our professionals to check your water heater regularly for any faults that could become bigger in the future. Any internal servicing would also be performed by these professionals, ensuring that your water heater operates at maximum efficiency.

3. Insulating Exposed Pipes – Firstly, it is important to mention that you shouldn’t do this job yourself. DIY tricks do more harm than good. Exposure leads to the temperature dropping inside the pipes and, as a result, it takes longer and more energy for your heater to warm it up. If these exposed pipes are insulated using sealed sleeves, when you turn the faucet for warm water, the temperature would definitely be 2 – 4 degrees warmer.

4. Insulating the Tank – The best way to do this is to get an insulating blanket. It costs almost nothing and the energy savings are easily quantifiable because of such a simple thing. Especially if you have an old water heater, it would not be efficient like the newer models. Most new models already have insulation in the tanks.

5. Get an Energy Efficient Model – If you have needed more and more repairs on your water heater in the recent years, chances are that it is too old and needs replacing. Get a better and efficient model that serves your needs.

Looking for water heater services in the Stuart area? Call (772) 288-0998 today for quick and effective services from Allore’s Plumbing professionals. 

Importance of a Plumbing Inspection

 

As many homeowners know, the purchase of a new house can be an incredibly exciting event. This is especially the case for individuals who are buying their very first home. Because the process of completing paperwork and transferring ownership can keep new homeowners busy, they often overlook a very important home maintenance process that should not be ignored: the plumbing inspection. Yet while new owners have a tendency to overlook this home maintenance process, it is a crucial component of maintaining an aesthetically appealing, functional home.

There are several reasons that attaining a high quality plumbing inspection is important, including the fact that a licensed plumber can check your pipes for leaks. This is important given that leaking pipes create unwanted puddles of water. If they go unnoticed, these puddles can generate perpetual saturation that eventually gives rise to mold or stains. When this type of problem surfaces, fixing it can be costly. Additionally, a serious case of mold in your home may mean that you have to temporarily vacate the premises.

In addition to detecting unwanted leaks, having your home inspected by a professional plumber can help uncover all types of faulty piping. Some forms of inappropriate piping can include pipes that have grown old, piping that was not run efficiently, or the incorrect kind of pipe being used. Another piping issue that a professional plumber can identify and correct is former repairs that were not done correctly. Faulty repairs are a common occurrence in the piping world given that many plumbers do not have the degree of knowledge and/or experience necessary to complete the job well. Additionally, some plumbers do not complete pipe repair work with the best tools, a reality which can greatly impede the efficacy of work completed. In the event that a former piping repair was completed inefficiently, it will almost always have to be redone.

Yet another great benefit that results from having a plumbing inspection in your new home is that it gives you the opportunity to develop a relationship with a professional company. Once you locate a plumbing company that is capable of providing you with cost-effective and consistently excellent work, you will feel confident in calling them for your future plumbing maintenance and repair needs.

If you are serious about keeping your home in excellent condition, you should note that staying on top of your plumbing will help you accomplish this objective. By having a plumbing inspection completed as soon as you enter your new home, you will likely find that you have less repair and maintenance issues to grapple with. Ultimately then, having a plumbing inspection will help you get off to a great start in your new home.

Are you a new home owner looking to have your property inspected? Call Allore’s Plumbing at (772) 288-0998 today for top-notch services in the Stuart area. 

Health Benefits of Whole House Water Filtration

 

With the installation of a whole house water filtration system, it’s possible to eliminate some of the most common and rare contaminants. Homeowners should be able to enjoy pure water for drinking, taking showers and baths, washing clothes and other uses. Even small levels of certain chemicals in water can cause some health problems.

Most people are probably familiar with the unpleasant taste, odor and feel of chlorine in swimming pool water. The truth is that this disinfecting agent is heavily used at facilities that treat water before delivering it to homes. Chlorine is known to irritate the eyes, nose and skin. Even small concentrations of chlorine in drinking water can cause some problems such as upset stomach, inducing nausea and diarrhea. Simple filtration technology that uses carbon charcoal can eliminate nearly 100 percent of any chlorine that’s dissolved in water. Byproducts of Chlorine also cause various health hazards to people.

The presence of metals in the water supply is a serious health concern. Poisonous elements such as Arsenic are known to be found in trace amounts within water reservoirs. This metal can cause problems such as skin outbreaks and poor circulation. Lead, Mercury, Cadmium and Chromium are some other metal contaminants that are usually found in water supplies. All of these elements could be toxic when consumed in drinking water.

Organic compounds pose some of the biggest threats to municipal and private water supplies. Such toxic chemicals end up in local ground water, streams and reservoirs as a result of industrial and agricultural processes. Contaminants such as Benzene and Chlordane can cause serious deterioration of the nervous system and other organs such as the lungs, kidneys and liver. Toxic compounds that contact human skin can quickly get absorbed by the bloodstream and cause various illnesses. Modern reverse osmosis filtration technology is effective at removing organic compounds.

The threat of living contaminants in water is also quite real. Parasites such as Cryptosporidium and Giradia can multiply rapidly in any water supply that’s delivered to fixtures in homes. These microorganisms are notorious for causing prolonged gastrointestinal problems for children, adults and seniors. The only way to eliminate any parasites and similar living contaminants from water is to apply ultraviolet radiation. This technology is available in special water filters that use lamps to emit electromagnetic radiation on the UV spectrum. Such filters must be plugged into an electrical outlet for continuous operation.

Keep the water in your Stuart home free of contaminants! Call Allore’s Plumbing at (772) 288-0998 for whole house water filtration services.