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P Trap pipes are vital to home plumbing. Learn more with Ben Franklin Tyler!

06 Jun What is a P Trap?

P Traps You've probably noticed curved shape pipes, also known as a P Trap, connected to each sink and open drain in your home and have thought nothing of it. However, as it turns out, these U shaped pipes actually serve an important purpose. In fact,...

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Enjoy spot-free dishes with a water softener installation from Ben Franklin Plumbing Tyler!

23 May How Does Do Water Softeners Work?

Water Softeners For Your Home Hard water is a reality that many of us live with in our homes. Hard water leaves dishes splotchy and quickly wears away the softness of clothes. Is there a way to get rid of these irritating splotches and soften the...

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Check off everything on Ben Franklins annual home plumbing maintenance list for a worry-free year!

09 May An Annual Home Plumbing Maintenance To-Do List

Home Plumbing Maintenance Spring has sprung and its time to clean! The yard and garage, are all ready for a refresh, but what about your plumbing? Keeping up with home plumbing maintenance is important to avoid costly and inconvenient malfunctions and plumbing emergencies. Every year your...

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11 Apr Easy Ideas for Smelly Drain Cleaning

Smelly Drain Cleaning You may think you only need to call a plumber to unclog a drain or fix a leaking pipe. Did you know that your plumber can help you with smelly drain cleaning, too? Yikes, right? We've all been there. Of course, when you run...

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07 Mar The Most Common Home Plumbing Repairs

Home Plumbing Repairs   Home plumbing repairs affect most of us from time to time. Even new plumbing installed by premiere builders can develop problems or become worn. Below are some of the most common plumbing issues that merit the evaluation of an experienced residential plumber. Running Toilets   One...

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16 Feb Why You Should Hire a Licensed Plumber

Licensed Plumbers Whether your plumbing system has a minor leak or a major issue, it should be fixed as soon as possible. Trying to correct the problem yourself could be expensive if something goes wrong. Selecting the plumbing company could also pose challenges. The first question...

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14 Jan Low Water Pressure Problems

Do You Have Low Water Pressure Problems? A low water pressure problem in your plumbing system reaches a tipping point when it affects your ability to accomplish daily activities, including the ability to take a shower, launder clothes and wash dishes. Many homeowners have experienced the...

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