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Choosing the Right Drain Cleaning Service for Your Home | Jacksonville, FL

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You wake up on the morning of a job interview, a significant event, or maybe even the day of your wedding to find a massive drain clog mucking up your shower. Choosing-the-Right-Drain-Cleaning-Service-for-Your-Home-_-Jacksonville,-FLWorse still, you have company staying over, and they’re waking up now too. Everyone in the house is frustrated and disappointed and, frankly, all you need is a shower to get your head straight. We hate to say it, but if this is a real scenario in your life, and you are the homeowner, then it’s partly your fault and not the clogged drain or backed-up pipes.

You should have called the experts at Bert Norman’s Plumbing of Jacksonville, FL for a drain cleaning service at some point this year, but you probably didn’t. The thing is, you’re not alone. Plenty of home owners and landlords in Jacksonville, FL, don’t get their pipes cleaned, or they don’t know it’s an option, or they don’t know how much emergency cash they could have saved just by paying a little for plumbing maintenance.

If you’re a savvy homeowner, you won’t wait long to call a 24-hour emergency draining cleaning service. The question is: do you already have one on hand, or are you frantically searching one and looking at their reviews to try to find a reliable, honest drain cleaning service at the last minute?

  • Most home owners, don’t fully understand the importance of drain cleaning maintenance until they experience firsthand the emergency we’ve outlined above, or similar. In each case it’s a plumbing pain caused by a clogged drain and it needs to be solved as immediately as possible.
  • Luckily, you have come to the right place. Emergency drain cleaning is more than just our business, it is our way of life for all of our staff, and we take every call seriously. We deal with drain clogs of all sizes, even when it occurs in the main sewage line. You and your family will know that no matter the type or severity of the drain clog, we have seen it all before, and we can get it fixed fast.

Let us return to the initial scenario. You’re in a rush, it’s an important day, you have guests staying over, and everyone needs a nice shower. If you get routine drain cleaning service from Bert Norman’s Plumbing already, this problem probably won’t occur. But if you don’t and have our number on hand, then you’re fine.

When you call Bert Norman’s Plumbing, a drain cleaning expert arrives ASAP. If you’ve got a good head on your shoulders, you won’t wait long to call us—our 24-hour emergency draining cleaning service is unparalleled. Soon after your call, one of our trucks stocked with the very latest in drain cleaning tools and equipment will pull up outside your home. Our highly trained and experienced drain cleaning will arrive at your door in full uniform with our commercial grade boot protectors on his feet. Our drain cleaning experts are trained to treat you and your home with the utmost courtesy and respect.

  • Most home owners don’t fully understand the importance of drain cleaning maintenance until they experience firsthand the emergency plumbing pain caused by a clogged drain.
  • Luckily, Bert Norman’s Plumbing is the right place to call in an emergency. Emergency drain cleaning is more than just our business, it is our bread and butter, and we take every call as severe as the next. There is no drain clog too small or too big for our crack team of drain cleaning experts. You and your family can rest assured that no matter the type or severity of the drain clog, we have seen it all before, and we can get it fixed fast

Don’t hesitate. Call Bert Norman’s Plumbing of Jacksonville, FL today to schedule your emergency drain cleaning servicein Jacksonville, FL and return some normalcy to your daily routine. Even better, avoid an emergency situation in the first place by having your regular drain cleaning service occur each year. The bigger the house, the more drains, the more important this sort of service will prove to be.

If we were stuck in the scenario above and you called us, one of our trucks stocked with the very latest in drain cleaning tools and equipment will pull up outside your home. Our highly trained and experienced drain cleaning will arrive at your door in full uniform with our commercial grade boot protectors on his feet. Our drain cleaning experts know how to treat you and your home with the utmost courtesy and respect.

We’re the last drain cleaning service you will ever need to call.

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Can a Plumber Work on My Septic Tank? | Jacksonville, FL

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Do you have a septic tank in your yard that seems to be causing you trouble? Well, if you do then you’re definitely going to want to take a closer look at just what’s happening and you’re going to want to call a professional to take care of it, right?Can-a-Plumber-Work-on-My-Septic-Tank--_-Jacksonville,-FL You absolutely don’t want to end up with a septic tank issue or anything from that tank backing up into your home and your yard. So, who are you going to call and what are you going to do?

The first thing you’re going to do is call your local plumber. They’re absolutely going to take care of the septic tank for your Jacksonville, FL home. And they’re going to make sure that the septic tank isn’t going to cause you even more stress and problems. After all, no one likes to have a problem with their septic system. That problem can very quickly turn into something much bigger if you don’t take care of it when you first start noticing that something is going on and that’s why we’re going to talk about just how you can tell that there’s a septic tank problem.

When There’s a Problem

If you notice any of the problems that we’re going to talk about below then it means that you have a problem with your septic tank and you should be talking with a plumber as soon as possible to get the problem taken care of. After all, you don’t want that septic tank to back up into your home or, if it already has, you don’t want that problem to get even worse. So, let’s take a look at the signs that things are going wrong and what you should do.

First, if you notice that water and sewage is backing up into your home in any capacity that’s a sign to immediately call a plumber. Of course, if these things are happening you’re probably not wasting time reading this article, right? You’re calling someone immediately to make sure that the problem is taken care of because that sewage in your home is definitely gross. A plumber will make sure that the immediately problem is taken care of and set to work on fixing your septic tank at the same time.

Next, if you notice problems with the drains in your home and you see that you’re not getting the speed of draining that you used to then there could be a problem with the septic tank. Now, this one can be a little more difficult because you might just have a problem with clogs in your home. But if you notice that several of the drains are backing up or not draining then it could mean that the problem is actually further down the line and that points to the septic system. Make sure you’re getting it checked out if that’s the case.

If there is gurgling or strange sounds coming from the plumbing either while you’re draining water or even while the water is simply running or still then it could mean there’s trouble with the septic. You’ll want to call a plumber to take a look and see if there’s anything else that can be done quickly. You may have to do some serious work in order to get at the problem but that gurgling could actually be an early sign, before you start to notice a lot of damage or a lot of problems with the water.

Standing water around your septic tank is never a good sign and if you start to see that standing water or any kind of dampness when there’s been no rain recently then it’s really a good reason to call a plumber. They’ll take a look at the septic tank, the drain field and everything else and see what’s causing that water too pool and where it’s coming from. If you’re lucky it’s a minor leak somewhere else in your line but it could very well be a septic tank issue that you need to get taken care of immediately.

Bad smells are definitely going to be a problem as well. You want to make sure you’re paying attention if you notice a bad smell coming from anywhere in your yard and especially if you can tell it’s coming from the area around the septic tank. That’s a good sign that something is happening down in there that you definitely don’t want to have to deal with. But noticing the smell early could help your plumber to get the problem taken care of before it becomes something a whole lot bigger. Just make sure that you’re talking to them right away about it.

Finally, if you notice that you have some pretty bright and lush grass growing in the area around your septic tank that could be a sign of a problem. You probably think that’s a great thing, right? After all, you don’t like the septic tank and you’re happy that there’s grass growing and making the area look good. But chances are that grass is growing because there’s a lot of moisture in the area and that means that something is happening in your septic tank. This is even more obvious if you are experiencing a dry spell and the rest of your lawn isn’t looking so good. It’s a sign to call your plumber at Bert Norman’s Plumbing of Jacksonville, FL.

You want to make sure that you take care of any kind of septic problems as quickly as possible and that’s only going to happen if you’re paying attention to what’s going on around your Jacksonville, FL home. Make sure that you’re looking at all of the signs and keeping an eye on the area around your septic tank especially. Your plumber will be able to take care of any problems that you’re experiencing, but they can only do that if they know that there’s actually a problem and that’s only going to happen if you recognize it first.

Will My Pipes Age Differently Depending on My Water Source? | Insight from Your Jacksonville, FL Plumber

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When it comes to the water that’s running through your home you’re going to have one of two different options. You’re either going to have well water or you’ll have what’s generally considered city water. Will-My-Pipes-Age-Differently-Depending-on-My-Water-Source--_-Insight-from-Your-Jacksonville,-FL-PlumberThese different types of water may be a personal preference to you or they may be something that you don’t really have a choice over. But what do they mean for your plumbing? Well, if you ask a plumber they can absolutely mean a lot for your Jacksonville, FL home.

Well Water and Your Plumbing

When it comes to well water most people who use it do so because they have a personal preference. But what is it really doing to your home? The truth is that well water is causing a whole lot of things to happen in your home and a lot in your plumbing. That’s why you should be really careful about using it. Well water is going to result commonly in low pH. What this means for you is that it’s going to be extremely acidic. While it’s not acidic enough that you notice it if you drink it, there is enough that it causes damage to your pipes and fixtures and that’s why you should talk with a plumber.

Think about what your pipes are made of and imagine a low level of acid flowing through those pipes. That’s definitely going to cause some damage, right? And even though the acid isn’t enough (or the right type) that’s going to hurt you, it’s definitely going to start wearing away at the inside of your pipes and you’ll end up needing repairs from a plumber a whole lot sooner than you might have thought. But it could actually be worse than that.

The acid that’s getting into your plumbing from your well water can actually damage the fixtures that are attached to it as well. So, if you have well water you may need to replace the faucets and other metal fittings that are throughout your plumbing system. You may need your plumber to do this more frequently than you might have thought because that water is starting to wear away at things from the inside, where you may not even notice the problem is happening until it’s too late. Then you have a mess on your hands or you have particles getting into your water.

You could also notice damage to some of the appliances that you have that are hooked up to your well water. Your washer, refrigerator, icemaker, dishwasher and more could start experiencing some problems as a result of the well water that is coursing through them at any given time. You want to make sure that you’re using this water only if you need to and that you’re taking care of the plumbing and appliances that you have in your home either way. Your plumber will be able to talk to you about the best things you can do to protect your home when you’re using well water.

City Water and Your Plumbing

When it comes to city water you’re generally not going to have as much of that pH problem because the city has to monitor the water and maintain certain levels of everything. But the city water could have other problems as well. If you’ve watched the news recently you know that there are all kinds of areas where the water that is being provided through the traditional water system actually has a number of chemicals or harmful products in it. If that’s the case then your city water could actually be affecting your plumbing as well and a plumber can let you know.

You want to make sure that you’re monitoring the quality of your water and that you’re paying attention to just what’s in it. If you have things like lead or other harmful chemicals getting into the lines it could be harmful for you or it could be harmful for your plumbing (or both) a plumber will be able to take a look at the lines and check the water quality that you have so you can get a better idea of what’s actually happening inside your own Jacksonville, FL home.

Checking Your Plumbing Age

Overall, most types of plumbing should last for quite some time. The exception would be steel which lasts for only about 50 years. You should be able to get quite a lot of wear and use out of other types of pipes so talk with your plumber about any problems. If you’re using well water you may notice that you get less time out of your pipes, especially if you’re using some form of metal. Plastic pipes could actually be more or less resilient depending on the specific makeup of the water and the pipes themselves.

If you have city water, however, that doesn’t mean that your pipes are going to last forever. You could still end up with problems depending on anything that’s happening with the water. Talk with your plumber about checking the water quality and seeing if there’s anything else going into your city water that could actually reduce the lifespan of your pipes as well. You want to make sure that you’re going to get as much out of those pipes as you possibly can and that’s going to require you to pay close attention.

No matter what kind of water you have you could be reducing the length of time that your pipes are going to be good for. Make sure you know what’s going on inside your Jacksonville, FL home and that you’re talking routinely with your plumber about what you should be watching for. You may be able to reduce the risk of problems and damage to your pipes if you’re careful, even if you don’t want to switch away from your well water. Talk with the pros and you can create a plan that’s going to get you the best longevity possible, but keep in mind that the pH you end up with may not be something that you can control. Contact Bert Norman’s Plumbing to schedule an appointment today!

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