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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 »
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 »
How Does A Water Softener Actually Soften My Water?
May 22, 2018
How Does A Water Softener Actually Soften My Water? You’ve seen the signs. That greenish buildup around your faucet and shower head? Not good. You know it’s only a matter of time before your hard water problem becomes a flooding problem. Yet, still you hesitate to do anything about it. You’ve got to consider your options. Well, I’m here to tell you that your first and best option is to... Read more »
Drain Cleaning CCP
July 25, 2017
If your drain is clogged and the use of a plunger isn’t enough to resolve the issue, call a plumber to perform the drain cleaning. While there are chemical drain cleaning solutions that you can buy at the store, it isn’t recommended that you use this as an alternative. The chemicals in the drain cleaner are actually worse for the pipes than you may think. These chemical corrode the pipe,... Read more »
24-Hour Plumbing Services in Arizona
July 11, 2017
24-Hour Plumbing Services At Custom Cooling and Plumbing, we provide the best plumbing service in all of the Phoenix area. Affordable plumbing service that you can rely on is exactly what we bring to the table. Our 24-hour emergency plumbing service separates us from the rest because we deliver quality plumbing service whenever you need it. When it comes to plumbing, there isn’t a task that we can’t handle. We... Read more »
Leak Detection in Your Home – how to find and fix?
July 7, 2017
Leak Detection in Your Home It’s important for every homeowner to know the signs of a leak. The most noticeable sign of a leak in your home is the development of a wet spot on the floor, wall, or ceiling. That wet spot is clearly coming from that location and can lead to water damage. For leaks such as slab leaks and mainline water pipe leaks, it’s not as easy... Read more »
Methods of Drain Cleaning
May 22, 2017
If you’ve decided to go with the safer route of calling an expert plumber, we have a multitude of methods that will help you deal with cleaning clogged pipes. Depending on the severity of the clog and how much you’re willing to pay for the best method in certain situations, this will determine exactly how effective the cleaning will be. The cheapest and most common method of drain cleaning is the... Read more »
Taking Care of Drain Cleaning
May 18, 2017
Drain cleaning is a horrible situation to deal with as an average homeowner. You should follow the two most common rules of keeping your drains clean, don’t put oil any disposable products down the drain. but even if you do take those precautions, clogging in the drains are bound to happen. Often, you can take care of a clogged drain by only having to use a plunger. When this isn’t... Read more »
Understanding Leak Detection
May 5, 2017
As every homeowner should know, the sound of running water is a sign of something terrible. Often when you hear that running water sound, you’ll find a spot on the floor, ceiling, or wall that is damp and water stained. Maybe the worst sign that something is wrong is looking at your water bill and noticing it’s more than double of what it should be. If you’re dealing with all... Read more »
