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Don’t Flush Your Mistletoe…And Other Holiday Plumbing Tips
December 10, 2020
These plumbing tips could help you avoid a disaster this holiday season. Need an expert in a pinch? Contact Custom Plumbing of Arizona today! It’s the most wonderful time of the year, so why would you want to spend any of it dealing with plumbing issues? Unfortunately, with all the holidays throw at us, many people experience plumbing emergencies during the festive season. Want to reduce your chances of a... Read more »
Gift Idea: Get Your Loved One Some Plumbing Maintenance for Their Home This Year
December 1, 2020
We all know someone who has no clue what they are doing when it comes to plumbing maintenance. Maybe it’s your husband, who thinks he can DIY event the most complicated project (bless his heart) with nothing but Youtube and a hand-me-down toolbox—we all know how that ends. Perhaps it’s your daughter, who wouldn’t know a P-trap from an O-ring in her new home. Whoever you have in mind, plumbing... Read more »
Why Is Water Quality Important? It’s about Health and Safety
November 23, 2020
Why is water quality important? Your home’s water has a direct impact on your family’s health. Is it doing more harm than good? Here’s what you need to know about your water quality. We don’t often think about water quality in our homes, at least, not in terms of health and safety. Most of us in the United States do not have to worry about it. Unfortunately, however, in some... Read more »
Are Slab Leaks Dangerous? Not Knowing the Answer Could Put You at Risk
November 9, 2020
Slab leaks are among the most serious plumbing issues we deal with at Custom Plumbing. Are slab leaks dangerous, though? Here we explore why this common, expensive problem could actually put you in danger. Perhaps you have noticed that your water bill has gone up. Maybe the basement has started to smell damp and moldy. Whatever sign makes you realize that you might have a slab leak under your foundation,... Read more »
5 Tips to Avoid Plumbing Problems Over The Holidays for a Stress-Free Winter
November 2, 2020
We have mere weeks before the start of holiday season 2020, and for many households across Arizona, that means hosting family and friends and eating lots of delicious home-cooked meals. It’s not a holly-jolly time for anyone, however, when plumbing problems arise unexpectedly. Just imagine—you are getting the house ready for mom, dad, and Aunt Sue and her kids to visit and the water heater goes out. Or the toilet... Read more »
How to Find a Water Leak in Your Yard Before it Causes Serious Damage
October 30, 2020
Large pools of water in your yard can indicate a larger problem than leaving the hose out. Leaks often show up as wet spots, foul smells, and high water bills. Pinpoint this issue quickly to avoid causing more damage (and paying more money). In this post, we’ll teach you how to find a water leak in your yard so you can get it fixed ASAP. Wondering How to Find a... Read more »
Drain Backing Up? Why You Should Consider Clogged Drain Service from Custom Plumbing
October 21, 2020
Do you keep stepping into puddles around your sinks, bathtubs, or laundry areas? Are pungent smells emanating from your drains? Is the water in your bathtub or sink slow to drain? Your drains are probably clogged! You will need a clogged drain service to check out the issue and get the blockage cleared. In this post, we’ll help you discover the cause of your clogged drain and the tools you... Read more »
Got a Toilet Leaking Water? Here’s What You Can Do to Fix It
October 15, 2020
The bathroom is supposed to be a place of peace and solitude, but when you have a toilet leaking water, scrolling on your phone is a lot less fun. Leaking toilets are a problem for many reasons. When they malfunction, they don’t send you-know-what down to you-know-where. They can leave you with a mess. If the water leak goes unnoticed for even an hour, it can cause hundreds of dollars... Read more »
Top 4 Reasons You Need a Sewer Line Repair or Replacement
October 9, 2020
Every single drain and pipe in your home leads to one place: the main sewer line to your home. This critical drain line allows all the water—and all the other stuff you put down the drain—to flow out of your home and into the sewer. Main sewer line repair and replacement are some of the very last things you ever want to experience. And that begs the question. Is there... Read more »
Emergency Basement Flooding: Who to Call, What to Do, and What to Expect
September 28, 2020
Have you ever experienced an emergency basement flooding? If not, you probably don’t know what to expect. Here are some tips. For homeowners, there might not be anything more frustrating than a flooded basement. Whether the flooding is caused by mother nature or a burst pipe, not only can it cause lots of damage that ends up costing an arm and a leg, but also it can be dangerous if... Read more »
