DeHart Plumbing, Heating, and Air Inc. Blog: Archive for the ‘Plumbing’ Category

Your Next Water Heater: Should You Go Tankless?

Monday, June 22nd, 2020
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If there is any appliance in the home that homeowners take for granted, it’s probably their water heater. Even though they’re the most often used appliance in the house, you probably don’t give it much thought unless something goes wrong with it, right? And then when something does go wrong with it, the next question is if it’s worth repairing or if it’s time for a replacement.

A water heater in disrepair should be replaced when it’s reached a couple of decades in age, is showing signs of corrosion and/or simply cannot work as efficiently as it used to.

The next question is, what should you replace that water heater with? After all, you don’t have to stick with the same old model of tank heater. That’s not to say there aren’t benefits to these systems, which we’ll explore below, but you might benefit from a tankless water heater. Read on as we uncover the pros and cons of both.

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Here Are a Few Ways to Save Water This Summer

Monday, May 11th, 2020

Summers in California can be a lot of fun, but the hot temperatures are unforgiving. Energy bills and water bills keep rising as you do everything you can to stay cool. However, saving water is necessary to reduce your water bill and to play your part in saving this precious resource.

We are going to suggest some of the most effective ways for you to save water this summer. And if you are in search of a plumber in Tracy, CA, you can always get in touch with us.

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Spring Cleaning? How About Drain Cleaning?

Monday, April 13th, 2020
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Spring is one of the most anticipated seasons in a year. Flowers bloom, the temperature is not too hot or too cold—the weather is just perfect. People begin grabbing all their cleaning equipment to do a little spring cleaning as they come out of hibernation.

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Beware! These 2 Things Lead to Early Pipe Replacement!

Monday, March 30th, 2020
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Your home’s plumbing is one of the most crucial aspects of the entire house. It makes sure that you can enjoy several comforts in life. Since we do not see our plumbing, it is easy for us to take it for granted.

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Does Your Water Heater Need Repairs?

Monday, March 2nd, 2020
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Could you imagine what life would be like without your water heater? Certainly, you’d no longer be able to take a hot shower after a stressful day of work or take a warm bath to soothe your aching muscles. Nope, you’d be stuck taking icy cold showers every day for the rest of your life!

Your water heater is incredibly important to your overall comfort and well-being, so of course, you don’t want to take it for granted. With that in mind it makes sense that, if there is a problem with your water heater, you are going to want it repaired right away!

Below, we have listed some of the signs that suggest your system needs repairs. All you have to do is keep reading to find out more… Oh! And remember to contact us when you need a professional Modesto plumber.

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What to Do When There’s No Water From Your Taps

Monday, January 20th, 2020
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No water coming out of the fully opened tap?

Very few household issues are as bothersome and disruptive as no water in taps. If you have encountered this problem with any faucet in your house, follow the steps we will discuss here.

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Plumbing 911! How Can We Assist You?

Monday, January 6th, 2020
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We don’t realize how critical an optimally working plumbing system is until one of its components and fixtures develop a fault. In many cases, a plumbing fault results in an emergency where you need professional help ASAP. If you find yourself in that “plumbing 911” situation in your Modesto house, you should call us.

The following are the plumbing emergency services that we offer as the most dependable local Modesto plumber.

Fix Dripping Taps

A dripping tap doesn’t just create a mess in bathrooms and kitchens. It also results in wasting multiple gallons of clean water every day. The dripping taps can also turn into faucets with uncontrollable water flow if you don’t get them fixed in time. Therefore, if any tap in the house has developed insistent dripping, call us. Our experts will take care of your dripping tap in the first visit to save clean water wastage and bring back convenience.

Fix Running Toilets

A running toilet is worse than a dripping/running tap. However, many people still don’t bother about them. Keep in mind that a running toilet can result in the loss of over 200 gallons of clean water every single day. Therefore, persisting with a running toilet is not just an act of irresponsibility and a disservice to the environment. It can also result in hiking up the water bill. Our plumbing team can fix your running toilets within a couple of hours of your emergency call.

Address the Slowness and Blockage of Drains

Slow and blocked drains can quickly precipitate into a plumbing crisis with dirty water standing in different parts of your property. If you are suffering from this sudden plumbing nightmare, drop us an emergency line. Our expert team will try to resolve your problem within a single visit.

Fix Hot/Cold Water Woes

If you can’t get the required hot/cold water in your taps, it can worsen the use of water in extreme weather. If you struggle to maintain that hot-cold balance, get in touch with us. We will ensure that your water heater and thermostat work perfectly fine along with the connected plumbing fixtures and provide you the water in line with your requirement.

Repair Leaky Pipes

Leaky plumbing pipes are among the worst plumbing situations for various reasons and demand an immediate/emergency response.  Leaky plumbing pipes waste hundreds of gallons of water. They stain the surfaces with mold and mildew growth with a strong stench of dampness. The constant leaking water also seeps into the walls and puts the house’s structural integrity in jeopardy.

For all the reasons mentioned above, consider leaky pipes an emergency and call the professional plumbing contractor to offer full-fledged emergency services at very short notice. Case in point: DeHart Plumbing Heating & Air Inc. Apart from plumbing, we also offer first-rate heating and air conditioning repair and maintenance services to both residential and commercial clients.

Schedule service with DeHart Plumbing Heating & Air Inc. today!

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It’s The Most Wonderful Time of the Year… to Protect Your Plumbing!

Monday, December 2nd, 2019
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You have probably heard of frozen pipes as a result of cold. But do you know summer heat can also wreck havoc on your plumbing system? So as you check off spring maintenance tasks on your to-do list, don’t forget this essential house utility.

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Yes, Hard Water is BIG Deal

Monday, November 25th, 2019

Does it take forever to lather soap in the shower? Or perhaps your crockery often comes out of dishwasher with white film or stains. All of these problems and more are caused by hard water and yes, it is a big deal!

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Are You Ready for a New Water Heater?

Monday, October 14th, 2019
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Hot water is an indispensable necessity in any house. Yet most consumers consider purchasing a new water heater only when the old one breaks down. As a result, it leaves them no time to consider different options and they are forced to look for a quick replacement.

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