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With winter weather just around the corner, it’s critical for Columbia homeowners to understand the risks and dangers of frozen or burst water pipes. According to the website CostHelper, the average cost to repair a burst water pipe can be $900 with other water damage repairs added on top of that amount.
Continue ReadingInsulate the pipes in your home on exterior walls or in unheated areas such as crawl spaces, garages, basements, and attics. Turn off the inside water shut-off valve that provides water to your outside spigots or hose bibs. Drain each line by opening the spigot until it stops dripping and then turn off the spigot. Use a faucet cover to insulate the outdoor spigot and further protect it from freezing. Seal windows or any cracks that would bring in a draft.
Continue ReadingAt Ken Griffin Plumbing, we recommend an annual plumbing inspection for your Columbia home. Many homeowners pass on the inspection not realizing its importance in your regular home maintenance.
Continue ReadingImagine this winter, sitting in your Columbia home by the fire, looking out the window at the falling snowflakes while sipping your hot cocoa with marshmallows. Life is good. It is good, that is, until you hear the loud rush of water somewhere in your Maryland home.
Continue ReadingAfter all, who wouldn’t worry when they see water piling up in their home? The truth is this could be a sign of a serious problem—a clogged main line drain.
Continue ReadingWater is dripping from your Clarksville home’s faucet—but how serious is the situation? Truthfully, even a little drip could lead to a big problem!
Continue ReadingWhether it’s a clogged toilet or a slow-running drain, plumbing problems are never fun. With the growing do-it-yourself mentality and the access to a great deal of how-to information online, it can be tempting to try to resolve your plumbing issues on your own.
Continue ReadingIt’s bound to happen to Columbia homeowners sooner or later—a clogged drain. Although clogged drains are often a nuisance, they can many times be managed at home with inexpensive solutions.
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