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At Standard Heating, Cooling & Plumbing, our experienced and licensed Birmingham plumbers understand plumbing’s importance to homes and businesses. We respond quickly to our customer’s needs, provide reliable service at a cost-effective price, and offer the best products available on the current market. With 85 years of experience, we know what it takes to help you regain your comfort and peace of mind after a plumbing issue.
One of the most important aspects of your home or building is the plumbing system. Unfortunately, most people do not necessarily appreciate how important their plumbing is until something goes wrong. Particular issues can cause a significant disruption in your life, such as:
- Toilet clogs
- Overflows
- Freezing pipes
- Lack of hot water
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High-Quality Plumbing Repair in Birmingham & the Surrounding Areas
As your local Birmingham plumber, our goal is to provide the best service and results. Although plumbing sometimes is an unexpected expense, we can offer solutions that will fit your budget. We discuss all of the work before we get started so you can choose how to resolve your plumbing issue. With our fantastic workmanship, you can be confident that your plumbing work has been completed in a proper manner.
Standard Heating, Cooling & Plumbing offers the following plumbing services:
- Emergency Repair Services: Nothing is worse than experiencing a disastrous plumbing issue in the middle of the night. Fortunately, we are here to service all of your emergency plumbing needs 24 hours of a day and seven days of a week, even on holidays.
- Residential Plumbing: Rather than dealing with plumbing issues on your own, hire a professional plumber who knows exactly how to handle any type of home plumbing situation.
- Commercial Plumbing: Commercial plumbing is prone to a wide variety of issues due to its unique usage factors. Commercial buildings typically experience high-volume flushing and draining of elements that can damage any piping material.
- Water Heaters: Water heaters are designed to provide hot water at the turn of a faucet, at any moment of the day. Having an energy-efficient model may save you more money in the long run on your energy bills than if you purchase a less efficient model. Water heaters use more than 15 percent of the total energy of a home. We offer traditional tank models, tankless units, and heat pump options.
- Drain Cleaning: Clogged drains can occur at random, so you may never know how to prepare for them. Drain cleaning not only will eliminate any grime and accumulated compounds, but you can also use the rooter services to keep your plumbing in great shape. We also offer advanced jetting services with our state-of-the-art jetter.
- Sump Pumps: Sump pumps send water away from a house to any place where it no longer presents an issue, such as a municipal storm drain or a dry well. Whether you need to repair or replace your sump pump, Standard Heating, Cooling & Plumbing can get the job done right.
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Frequently Ask Questions
What is the suggested frequency for professional plumbing inspections?
To avoid serious issues, it is advised to have your plumbing inspected by a professional at least once annually.
What causes an unexpectedly high water bill?
If you notice a sudden increment in your water bill, it could be due to a leak in the system. It’s a good idea to check for leaky faucets, excessive toilet flushing, or other hidden water leaks.
Expert Suggestions:
- A simple test involving food dye in your toilet tank can help spot leaks. If the coloured water appears in the bowl within 10 minutes, it implies there’s a leak in the seal.
- A moving red or black triangle on your meter without any water usage indicates a possible leak. Mark its position and observe for 5 minutes.
What measures can prevent clogged drains?
Regular cleansing of drains, utilizing drain guards, and refraining from disposing grease, hair, or large food items can help mitigate drain blockages.
Expert Advice: Try pouring a Root Killer into your toilets and flushing it yearly to manage root growth. Make sure to repair root intrusion in your line to prevent potential water leaks affecting your house’s foundation.
What's the optimum way to maintain a water heater?
Regularly flushing your water heater to expel sediment, checking the pressure relief valve, and proper thermostat settings are key to prolonging your water heater’s life.
How can I identify if there's a hidden water leak?
Look out for signs like unforeseen water spots, proliferation of mold, or escalated humidity levels.
Expert Advice: Observe your water meter; if it shifts even when there’s no water usage, there could be a leak. Mark the location of the triangle on your meter and check for any movement over a 5-10 minute span.
Is it safe to use chemical drain cleaners?
Despite providing an instant solution, they can lead to pipe damage with repeated use. It’s advisable to use a plunger or seek professional help for persistent blockages. Also, chemical usage isn’t recommended for drainage systems with a septic setup as it might impair the pump and disrupt the necessary bacterial activity in a conventional septic system.
How should I react in a plumbing emergency?
In case of water-related or drain emergencies, you should first turn off the main water supply to curtail further damage, then immediately contact a proficient plumber. In a gas emergency, ensure to ventilate your space by opening all windows and doors, and call a dependable plumber. It’s advisable to call the fire department or your gas company in case of a severe leak.
Do eco-friendly plumbing options exist?
Absolutely! Options such as low-flow fixtures, tankless water heaters or heat pump systems, rainwater recycling, and greywater systems can substantially reduce your water usage and environment impact.
Why is my water pressure inconsistently low?
Several factors can lead to low water pressure – pipe corrosion, dirty faucet aerators, blocked faucets/flexes, defective pressure regulator, or leaks within the system.
If my toilet continues to run, what should I do?
Constant toilet running is usually due to a malfunctioning flapper or fill valve. Adjustment or replacement of these components typically solves the issue.