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Types of Plumbing Noises: Causes and Solutions

If you’re having issues with your plumbing making different types of noises, such as hisses, thumps, clangs, or thuds, it’s important to consider that you might have some functional issues taking place. If you can’t decipher what the noises might indicate, don’t worry: the professionals at AHWA can help! We understand that noisy plumbing can indicate everything from minor issues to signs of major problems. When in doubt, give us a call to come take a look and make sure everything’s working okay. In the meantime, here’s a quick overview of the types of plumbing noises you might encounter and …

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Plumbing maintenance

10 Signs That You Need Plumbing Maintenance

Most of us don’t spend a lot of time thinking about keeping our plumbing in good order. However, if you have any of the following problems you might want to call a professional for plumbing maintenance or repairs and consider employing more routine care for your plumbing system before you find yourself in another bind. What maintenance does my plumbing require? Plumbing maintenance includes checking for the signs that anything is wrong before it escalates to a full-blown crisis. A licensed plumber from American Home Water and Air can inspect your entire plumbing system for you and advise if there …

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Residential Pipe Sizing Chart Guide

Your home plumbing system includes all the pipes installed between the main water line that provides water from the city or county and the entrance to the sewage system that carries away your waste. When installing or repairing your plumbing system, you will want to assure you use the appropriate water pipe sizing by consulting with a standard water pipe sizing chart. There are several factors that influence the decision of what size pipe to use. In addition to a standard pipe sizing chart, builders employ local plumbing codes, water pressure factors, and your building structure to determine what water …

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sewer smell in bathroom

Sewer Smell in the Bathroom? 6 Easy Fixes

If you’ve ever dealt with a recurring or persistent odor emanating from your bathroom, you may have asked the same question most of us have asked at some point: Why does my bathroom smell like sewage? There can be several reasons for that sewer smell in bathroom spaces. While most of us immediately think our toilet smells like a sewer because of their function, it could just as well be any other fixture with an exit into your drainage system or several of them. That means that, in addition to your toilet, you’ll want to consider your shower and sink …

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Plumbing 101: How Your House Plumbing System Works

There is no single answer to the question “How does plumbing work?” Each home is set up differently based on internal configuration. However, it’s easier to cover the basic commonalities and differences in your home’s plumbing system. As a result, we’ll aim to comprehensively discuss and break down Plumbing 101 for the average reader. Whether you are looking at doing a bit of DIY work or needing to hire a plumber, you will want to understand the basics of your plumbing system so you can discuss your needs and explore your options. Let’s talk about some of the things you’ll …

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