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Why a Post-Tension Slab Leak Is Such a Challenge to Repair
May 21, 2021
Does your home sit on a post-tension slab? If so, a slab leak could be difficult for you to fix. This article explains why a post-tension slab leak is a challenging repair job. Slab leaks are one of the most involved plumbing repairs that we handle at Custom Plumbing. When your home is built on a post-tension slab foundation, though, things get even more complicated. Why? Well, we’ll get to... Read more »
Slab Leak Detection Phoenix: 3 Reasons to Hire a Professional
May 14, 2021
Looking for plumbers that handle slab leak detection in Phoenix? Custom Plumbing of Arizona specializes in this essential service. Here’s why we think you should hire a professional as soon as possible. If you have ever experienced a slab leak, you know exactly how devastating it can be. If not, then you should know that not only can a slab leak under your home be financially devastating, but also it... Read more »
How to Find and Fix a Concealed Pipe Water Leak Before it Costs Thousands
May 7, 2021
Want to learn how to fix a concealed pipe water leak in your home before it damages your walls, ceilings, and floors? This article covers a few common scenarios that could arise. Do you know how much it costs to replace a carpet? How about hardwood floors? Plaster or drywall ceiling and walls? What about some of the personal property you keep in your home, like books electronics? If your... Read more »
Replacing Plumbing in Home? 5 Types of Pipes to Know
April 28, 2021
Replacing plumbing in home? It’s often a stressful process to go through, no matter how necessary. Understanding your options can help keep you grounded. Whether you are replacing the pipes in a small section of your home or completely rejuvenating your plumbing system, all of the available choices for which type of pipe to use can be confusing. A long time ago, plumbers and homeowners had only a few choices—galvanized... Read more »
Is Early Concrete Slab Leak Detection Possible?
April 21, 2021
Yes! Early concrete slab leak detection is possible, but you need to know the signs. You may even need to contact a professional. Here are some of the facts. Every homeowner whose house has a slab concrete foundation knows how devastating a slab leak can be. The longer the leak goes unaddressed, the worse the problem will get. Early concrete slab leak detection is critical if you want to mitigate... Read more »
How to Fix Low Water Pressure in 4 Common Scenarios
April 15, 2021
If you are wondering how to fix low water pressure in your home, you are in the right place. This article covers four common causes and how to fix them. Indoor plumbing really is genius. Water comes into your home when you need it and goes away (taking all kinds of nastiness with it) when you want it gone! We all know what happens when dirty water refuses to leave... Read more »
Why Does My Faucet Drip? 3 Possible Culprits
April 6, 2021
Why does my faucet drip? While not a life-and-death situation, answering this question can save you slowly rising levels of irritation. This article discusses three possible causes. Drip. Drip. Drip. You have tried to put up with it for days—a feat considering you have been spending more time at home lately—but you just can’t take it anymore. That dripping faucet has got to go! Drip. Drip. Drip. Before the sound... Read more »
Time to Replace Plumbing in House? 5 Not-So-Subtle Signs
March 16, 2021
If you are wondering whether it’s time to replace the plumbing in your house, a few different signs could indicate that you need to act sooner rather than later. This article talks about some of the most common signs that you need to repipe your home. One of the questions that we hear quite often has to do with knowing when it is time to replace a home’s plumbing. It’s... Read more »
Is a Plumbing Slab Leak an Emergency? Here’s When to Start Worrying
March 12, 2021
The damage that a plumbing slab leak causes is slow and steady, which is why homeowners often do not notice this problem until it has caused extensive damage. In some cases, it can even leave a home unlivable. A plumber can help detect it before it’s too late. If you suspect that your home has a slab leak, or if you simply want to rule out the possibility, it is... Read more »
5 More Signs of a Water Main Line Leak That Requires Immediate Attention
March 5, 2021
When you don’t fix a water main line leak right away, it can cause damage that ranges from annoying to downright serious. We recently wrote an article on 5 Signs You Have a Water Main Leak That Needs Your Attention ASAP, but the signs we talk about in that post are far from the only indications that your water main is leaking. To help you get a better idea of... Read more »
