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If a plumber has already informed you that you have roots in your drain line, you can use copper sulfate to help control the root problem without damaging your trees ! But sometimes it is already too late for that and a replacement is necessary. It is best to try and catch a root infestation in its beginning stages. For more information, please call us at (405)445-0011. Also, here is a very informative link to an Oklahoma State University report on tree roots in drain lines:
https://eco-nomic.com/pix/Tree%20Root%20Control.pdf
Keep garage doors closed, especially if there are water supply lines in the garage.
Open kitchen and bathroom cabinet doors to allow warmer air to circulate around the plumbing. (If you have small children, be sure to remove any harmful cleaners and household chemicals.)
Let the cold water drip from a faucet served by exposed pipes. Running water through the pipe—even at a trickle—helps prevent pipes from freezing.
Keep the thermostat set to the same temperature during day and night. Again, during a cold snap is not the time to set back the thermostat at night to save a few bucks on your heating bill.
If you plan to be away during cold weather, leave the heat on in your home, set to a temperature no lower than 55° F.
For the long term, add insulation to attics, basements, and crawl spaces. Insulation will maintain higher temperatures in those areas. And to prevent drafts, seal cracks and openings around windows, doors, and at sill plates, where the house rests on its foundation.
However, if you suspect your pipes are frozen, it's time to call Heartland Plumbing at (405)445-0011. For your convenience, we do offer Emergency and After Hours Plumbing Services for those unexpected plumbing problems that cannot wait until the next day.- If you are going to be away from home for a few days or even for a lengthy vacation, turn down your water heater to save energy. Another helpful plumbing tip is that the typical life of a water heater can be anywhere from 6 to 11 years. If you don't know how old your water heater is, there is an easy way to find out! Just check out the last four digits of the serial number on the tank. This will show you the month and year it was manufactured.
3. Is it time to replace that old kitchen faucet or shower head with something new? Or, do you want to save some money on your monthly energy costs? Consider replacing shower heads and faucets with more energy saving fixtures. Not sure if it's really worth it? Do you want to know how much you can actually save by replacing your current faucet or shower head? Here is the very user friendly U. S. Department of Energy's website link to do just that!
https://www.energy.gov/eere/femp/energy-cost-calculator-faucets-and-showerheads-0
Check back with our blog for more helpful plumbing tips. Have a great Summer!!
A plunger can sometimes do the trick, when it doesn't, it is good idea to have a small auger on hand. A three foot auger can range in price but you can usually purchase one for about somewhere between $20.00 and $50.00 and they often come with instructions on how to use them.
If you still have a clog, it is time to call Heartland Plumbing Services LLC at 405-445-0011. We offer after hours and emergency services.
Call today!!
For our first Summer tip, let's focus on avoiding clogs. Does your toilet have a weak flush or do you have slow drains? Then it is probably time to call us in for an inspection. Especially if during or after a heavy rain you have seen any water bubble into the tub. Tree roots are often the culprit in a broken line. They are drawn to the nutrients in septic or sewer lines and can grow into them and cause problems.
We are a licensed and insured plumbing company serving the OKC metro. Call us today for a free local estimate at (405)445-0011!!
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