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24 May Comparing Gas vs Electric Water Heaters: Which One Should You Choose?

Posted at 8:19 am in Ben Franklin Plumbing, Plumbing Services, Tyler Texas Plumbing

Water heaters have revolutionized our lives, providing a huge convenience in our daily lives. When choosing the right water heater for your home, two main options are gas or electric. Gas water heaters use natural gas or propane to heat...
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21 Apr How To Fix a Garbage Disposal

Posted at 11:27 am in Ben Franklin Plumbing, Plumbing Services, Tyler Texas Plumbing

A garbage disposal is a mechanical device typically installed under the kitchen sink and designed to shred and dispose of food waste. It uses a motor to power a spinning plate with sharp blades attached to it. When you add...
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11 Jan Tankless Water Heater Vs Tank – What’s the Best Water Heater?

Posted at 8:53 am in Ben Franklin Plumbing, Tyler Texas Plumbing

We can all agree that hot water is fantastic! It cleans our clothes, dishes, and everyone's favorite, hot showers. But people tend to disagree on how you should get that hot water. There is a big debate around which type...
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5 Dec Plumbing Winterization Tips to Protect Your Home

Posted at 10:53 am in Ben Franklin Plumbing, Plumbing Maintenance, Tyler Texas Plumbing

Well, it's that time of the year; winter has arrived. But do you know what's needed to protect your home and pipes from the cold weather? Plumbing winterization could save you from an expensive plumbing bill. Freezing pipes can be...
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17 Nov Trenchless Pipe Lining Near Tyler TX

Posted at 3:00 pm in Ben Franklin Plumbing, Plumbing Services

Cold weather is upon us. The cold months at the end of the year can be great. There’s hot chocolate, fall leaves, and family gatherings! But they can also spell danger for your home and its plumbing. When temperatures reach...
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24 Oct What Not to Put in the Garbage Disposal

Posted at 10:12 am in Ben Franklin Plumbing, Plumbing Services, Tyler Texas Plumbing

Garbage disposals are a nifty device you can find in most kitchens. A disposal's job is to collect solid food waste, grind it up, and allow it to pass through the rest of your sink's piping. While it may seem...
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25 Oct 8 Ways To Use a Plumber’s Snake in Tyler TX

Posted at 9:34 am in Ben Franklin Plumbing

Have you heard of a plumber's snake? What is the most important tool in your plumbing arsenal? It's not a wrench; it's not a pipe cutter. The plumber's snake or drain snake is one of the most crucial tools that...
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