Natal's Air Conditioning, Plumbing & Electrical Blog: Posts Tagged ‘plumber’

Low Water Pressure in Your House? Here’s What Might Be Going On

Monday, January 22nd, 2024

If you’ve been suffering with low water pressure in your house, something serious may be wrong with your plumbing system. It’s easy for water pressure to decrease so slowly over time that at first you don’t notice a difference. By the time you do, the problem could be significant. 

But what is it that’s causing your low water pressure? You can keep reading to learn more about some of the common causes of low water pressure and why you need to call our team to schedule an appointment with one of our plumbers in Mandeville, LA. We can get down to the root cause of low water pressure and fix the problem so that it doesn’t happen again.

Continue Reading

Why We Recommend Routine Professional Drain Cleaning

Monday, November 27th, 2023

When it comes to your home’s plumbing, taking preventive action is the best way to stay ahead of issues like clogs and leaks. In fact, you should schedule a drain cleaning service once each year, just like you schedule annual HVAC maintenance.

If you haven’t scheduled drain cleaning in New Orleans, LA in the last year or longer, it’s time to do so now. Our team of professionals can check all of your plumbing fixtures and address any developing clogs. You can keep reading to learn more about how regular drain cleaning service can benefit your home and family.

Continue Reading

Do Your Pipes Need to Be Upgraded?

Monday, July 25th, 2022
Man with hand raised

Pipes can come in all shapes and sizes, but not all materials. Since the 1960s, different types of piping materials like lead and galvanized steel have been phased out due to their detrimental health effects and their inability to properly bring us water (or deposit wastewater). We’ve made some serious changes to the way we offer plumbing in this country, and using materials like copper, PVC, and PEX is just the start.

Before we get ahead of ourselves, we need to talk about the basics. How do you even begin to know when your pipes need to be replaced or upgraded? Sure, you could just call a plumber in New Orleans, LA like the ones on our team–but that might not be right for everyone. Some people want to know the signs of a degrading or outdated plumbing system, so they feel confident and know when to call for help.

Continue Reading

Your Plumbing Leak Could Contaminate Your Water

Monday, February 7th, 2022
Plumbing fittings

It’s easier for a homeowner to think of their home plumbing system this way: water in and waste out. There’s a line of clean water going into your house known as the main water line, and then there’s the line of wastewater heading out of your house, known as the sewer or septic line. Every single home requires both of these sets because we make water dirty by default and must send it off to be processed or cleaned.

So, you can tell why we’d be concerned if someone’s main water line was getting contaminated from a leak in a drain or sewer line. Contamination is no joke, and our plumbers in Gretna, LA take it very seriously. If you’ve got a leak in your sewer drain, drain pipe, or another wastewater pipe, then you’re going to want a professional to take a look and ensure it’s not contaminating your freshwater line.

Continue Reading

3 Holiday Plumbing Tips

Monday, December 27th, 2021
Plumber working
A repairman with tools working in a kitchen.

So, the new year is right around the corner and you’ve got some excellent plans. Perhaps you’re doing a close-knit gathering due to COVID restrictions, or maybe you’re planning on seeing family that you haven’t seen in years. Regardless of whether or not you have new years plans, we hope you have a great time and take a second to relax and enjoy yourself. You deserve it!

However, if you’re looking at inviting family or friends over for the holiday, you might be nervous about the state of your plumbing system. With a plumbing system that’s as old as your home’s, anything can happen, right?

Well, our team of local plumbers in Marrero, LA can help you. We’ve got a list of three great tips that can help you get through the holiday in one piece. Just don’t forget to call us for help if you encounter a drain clog or some other plumbing concern!

Continue Reading

Get Rid of Your Lead Pipes

Monday, October 18th, 2021
Clean shower head

Every plumber in Metairie, LA would probably tell you to replace your lead pipes. There are various different reasons to do this, which we’ll get into down below, but the moral of the story is that lead pipes just aren’t used in plumbing systems anymore. Most lead pipes have already been replaced, and the few that are still in use are way older than functioning pipes should be.

However, the longevity and efficacy of lead pipes aren’t the first things that homeowners think of when they discover that their homes have lead. The most concerning issue that comes to mind with lead pipes is safety, like the effects that can come from lead poisoning over several years or decades.

Today, we’re going to go into specifics about lead pipes and how they can be unsafe. We’ll also talk about lead pipes that might not be a health risk, but can be a plumbing risk when looking towards the future.

Continue Reading

Plumbing Part Increases: Our Guide on What to Do

Monday, July 12th, 2021

If you’ve been paying any attention to the news lately, you’ll have noticed by now that plumbing parts have started increasing in price. It’s not just plumbing parts, it’s practically every component to every machine or building system! This is due to a nationwide shortage in supply that’s starting to bleed into every single industry. Don’t worry, as long as you’re prepared and working with the right team, you’ll be fine.

We’d like to guide those homeowners that might be worried through some safe practices during these difficult times. We understand the urgency to purchase expensive plumbing parts when you need them, especially when you’re not as familiar with the plumbing industry, but we’d urge you to contact us first.

As plumbers in Mandeville, LA we know exact prices, how long it will take to get certain parts, and we can clue you in to the market on when this will subside.

Continue Reading

Plumbing Maintenance Can Help You Save Money

Monday, May 17th, 2021
Plumbing fittings

We know that it’s probably the first time that many homeowners are hearing the term “plumbing maintenance.” It’s not thrown around very often and many people think it’s just some additional cost if you want to be “extra safe” with your home plumbing system. While we understand the sentiment that homeowners have, and we love the headstrong nature of our customers who think they can maintain their plumbing systems on their own, we need to do our due diligence.

No, you can’t perform plumbing maintenance on your own. And no, plumbing maintenance services aren’t reserved for those homeowners who are just exceptionally “unlucky.” Calling a plumber in Slidell, LA for plumbing maintenance can be a proactive move to avoid repairs down the line and keep your system in good shape.

Yes, plumbing maintenance can help you save a lot of money in the future—and here’s how.

Continue Reading

Why We Do The Right Thing for Plumbing Systems

Monday, March 22nd, 2021
Technician working

When it comes to quality plumbing services there are two options—service that works completely and service that doesn’t. The reason why our team focuses on “service honoring the golden rule” is because we’re committed to treating your plumbing system as if it were our own.

Sometimes homeowners get caught in a loop where they’re constantly paying a plumber who they think is helping them with quick plumbing fixes. What’s actually going on, is that this plumber is doing the bare minimum in order to score a few extra bucks from a homeowner that they really don’t care about. It’s despicable, and it’s ultimately why we got into this business in the first place.

When it comes to things like Metairie, LA drain cleaning services—there should really only be one team to call. We’re going to explain why we do the right thing every time, no matter what plumbing work you need to be done.

Continue Reading

Is Your Home Plumbing Up to Code?

Monday, March 8th, 2021
question icon

This is a complicated question to ask. We know that homeowners might not know nearly enough about plumbing code and what constitutes good plumbing practices, but ultimately it’s up to homeowners to call us when they need help. That being said, there are absolutely things that we can talk about that can better inform you against hazardous DIY projects or that can steer you away from amateur plumbers.

This is information that every master plumber, and even journeyman plumbers will know like the back of their hands. This is why it’s so important to have a proper professional at your side for any plumbing in Mandeville, LA. Only a licensed plumber with the right experience will know how to get these necessary jobs done right.

Let’s get into some ways you can notice if your plumbing system isn’t up to code.

Continue Reading