Plumbing Services

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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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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16 Sep The Best Drano Alternatives

Posted at 8:42 am in Plumbing Maintenance, Plumbing Services

A clogged drain is one of the more annoying plumbing issues you may encounter daily. When water begins to pool at the bottom of your sink, you know you’ve got a problem on your hands.  It might be easy to...
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22 Aug Why Does My Water Smell?

Posted at 9:45 am in Plumbing Services

People often have a keen eye regarding how their water looks. Is it cloudy, discolored, maybe even yellowish? Are particles floating around in the water? While these signs indicate poor water quality, another factor often goes unnoticed: smell. Sure, your...
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18 Jul How to Remove a Sink Stopper

Posted at 2:12 pm in Plumbing Services

There’s almost nothing worse than a sink that won’t drain. Have you ever brushed your teeth, only to find your sink filling with water and collecting the results of your teeth cleaning? Yeah, not fun. Drain cleaner products like Drano...
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16 Jun Four Different Types of Plungers and How to Use Them

Posted at 10:01 am in Plumbing Services

Did you know that there are different types of plungers, and each has a different use? Clogged toilets are the most common type of plumbing issue. While it may seem a minor inconvenience at first, a clogged toilet can cause...
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25 May Why is my water heater making noise?

Posted at 4:55 pm in Plumbing Maintenance, Plumbing Services

Are you wondering why is your water heater making noise? A water heater is a lot like a referee in sports. When they’re performing at their best, you’ll never notice them. It is only when things go wrong that you...
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11 Mar 6 Ways to Increase Water Pressure in Shower

Posted at 2:50 pm in Plumbing Services

There’s almost nothing worse than taking a shower with low water pressure. It can take forever to rinse the shampoo out of your hair, or you’ll huddle around the showerhead because the water can not reach you due to pressure....
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21 Feb 7 Simple Ways to Lower Your Water Bill in Tyler, TX

Posted at 11:50 am in Plumbing Services

If you are looking for simple ways to lower your water bill in Tyler TX, we compiled a list of simple steps you can take today. Utilities like electricity and the internet stand out on a monthly bill. And while...
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