Asheville Plumbing Blog - Barlow Plumbing
Summer is here and is the ideal time to check out your plumbing system to ensure that everything is working correctly. Even though the honey-do lists seem to be piling up, your plumbing should not be set aside for a later date.
For many homeowners in Asheville, NC, owning a garbage disposal is a magical thing. Put food waste in, and it's gone, ground into oblivion, and washed into the sewer system forever to be broken down by bacteria.
Garbage disposals are complex systems that, when used thoughtfully, will make your life easier. However, when used incorrectly, you can be in for a world of hurt.
We all run into plumbing problems from time to time in our homes and offices, and in a lot of cases, we think to ourselves that it can easily be done without the help of a professional. “How hard can it be?” are often famous last words before a DIY project goes wrong.
Rainfall amounts totaling one inch and higher were common throughout Buncombe County last year. Even though we have experienced drought in the past, excess rainfall can create major issues for your home and yard.
We forget all about our plumbing until there's a problem. When you find your sink will not drain, or there is an unexpected foot bath in your shower, or you have a puddle in the bottom of your dishwasher or washing machine, only then are you painfully aware there is an issue. When things go awry, it is inconvenient and can be costly.
What’s on your spring cleaning to-do list? Cleaning the windows? Deep cleaning the carpets? Clearing out the garage or sprucing up your deck? All great tasks - but don’t forget to give your plumbing some attention.
There are a lot of things about which you must become an expert when you own a home or business. You probably have researched and learned all about HVAC, roofing, appliances, and plumbing. You have probably mastered many of the ongoing maintenance needs for these parts of your property. You may even be able to diagnose your neighbor's issues.
An area in which few people have expertise is sewers and drain lines. These components can be out-of-sight, out-of-mind; however, when issues arise, they can be a major headache.
Plumbing problems can happen any time of year and any time of day (though it seems like they wait until weekends and the middle of the night to maximize inconvenience, doesn’t it?). That said, along with cold weather, ice, rain, and snow, winter also brings several challenges when it comes to your plumbing systems. Let’s take a look at some common issues - and ways to prevent them from becoming big, costly problems.