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If you’d like to learn more about pipe repair, winterization, and boilers, check out the helpful links below. Then call Allied/All-City, Inc. for the very best plumbing and environmental services in Long Island. Call (888) 834-7692 today.
- For information on leak and pipe repair in the home, check out this page form the Weather Channel.
- Trenchless pipe repair is an un-intrusive and effective way to repair pipes without digging up a yard or damaging paved surfaces. To learn about trenchless technology, read this report from the North American Society for Trenchless Technology.
- Here are some tips from State Farm on preventing frozen and burst pipes.
- For information on how boilers work and how to troubleshoot them, visit How Stuff Works.
- Are you going on a long trip? Here are some tips to help you winterize your home’s plumbing.
- Vacuum excavation is a safe and effective way to uncover underground lines and pipes without the risk of damaging them. Here’s a page from the Northeast Trenchless Association with more information on how it works.
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Plumbing infrastructure helps to make modern living possible. Plumbing also provides clean water at work and home, and carries away waste into sewer lines and septic systems. Without reliable pipes, living healthy, productive lives would be very difficult. Despite the reliability and efficiency of modern plumbing systems, costly cracks and pipe bursts can happen. Here are some ways that immediate and professional pipe repair can help you save some cash.
- Minimize Damage: Pipe repair services can help to minimize the impact of damage to building materials surrounding the cracked pipe. For example, if a water pipe in your home cracks and begins to leak, it can affect surrounding features such as drywall, wood beams, flooring, and even electrical equipment. The sooner pipe repairs are made, the smaller the affected area will be. This will minimize repair costs and help your home or building return to normal as quickly as possible.
- Avoid Health Risks: Certain pipe issues can also cause health and safety issues that require additional professional attention. A burst water pipe in your home can cause mold and mildew growth, which often leads to respiratory infections, asthma, and nausea; these spores can also cause serious illnesses like cancer after years of regular exposure. Mold remediation can be much more costly than simple pipe repair, but is nothing compared to the long-term medical costs you may encounter if you develop a serious illness.
- Prevent Contamination: Burst sewer pipes also pose some notable health threats. A damaged sewer line can release gallons and gallons of waste water into your home or yard, which will carry dangerous pathogens and disease-carrying bacteria. The costs of removing contaminated soil and restoring and sanitizing your home’s interior will be unnecessary with preemptive pipe repair services.
For great pipe repair services in Long Island, contact Allied/All-City, Inc. today. Call (888) 834-7692 for residential, commercial, and industrial pipe cleaning, inspection and repair, 24-hour plumbing services, drainage services, and more.
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Here in Long Island, many areas don’t have access to municipal sewer systems. To transport waste water from homes and businesses, these properties need to have septic systems that store and cleanse waste water until it can be pumped by a professional septic system company.
This video from Ask the Builder demonstrates how septic systems work. You’ll learn about the basic components of septic systems, how they function, and where waste water goes when it leaves your septic system.
For the very best septic system installation and maintenance services in Long Island, contact Allied/All-City, Inc. We provide professional septic tank pumping and installation services, pipe cleanings, video inspections, water blasting services, and more. Call (888) 834-7692 for service today.
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Is your basement filled with valuables in storage, furniture and electronics, or sensitive mechanical equipment? If so, water flooding into your basement can be disastrous. The best way to prevent basement leaks or flooding is to have your basement waterproofed.
This video discusses some of the different waterproofing techniques your plumbing company can use to keep your basement dry and clean, from interior drains to exterior drainage systems. You’ll also learn about which waterproofing methods are most effective for homes built on particularly wet land.
To learn more about basement waterproofing, contact the waterproofing experts at Allied/All-City, Inc. We offer professional waterproofing services, as well as high-velocity water jetting, pipe cleaning, and 24-hour emergency plumbing services. Call (888) 834-7692 for residential, municipal, industrial, and commercial services today.
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Now that winter is in full swing across the East Coast, it’s time to start paying special attention to the health of your pipes. Preparing your pipes for frigid winter weather is essential to preventing serious damage from bursting or freezing. Fortunately, keeping your pipes from freezing can actually be very simple. Here are some easy-to-follow tips to prevent frozen and burst pipes.
1. Insulate Your Pipes
Just as the insulation in your home helps to keep your living space warm, insulation around your pipes will keep them warm, too. Pipe insulation comes in many different styles, including basic fiberglass insulation and specialized pipe wraps. The warmer your pipes are, the less likely they are to burst. Talk to your local plumbing service to see which type of insulation will provide the best protection for your home’s plumbing.
2. Seal Leaks Around the Home
Air leaks around the home can help to encourage freezing, which increases the risk of pipe bursts in exposed plumbing. Use canned spray foam insulation to seal up small cracks and gaps in your basement, attic, and garage. This will keep cold air from coming into contact with your pipes, preventing bursts.
3. Let your Tap Drip
While dripping taps are typically a nuisance, they can be beneficial when trying to avoid burst pipes. Burst can occur when water pressure builds up between a frozen section of pipe and the faucet or spigot. By allowing faucets to run or drip slightly, excess water pressure can escape, which greatly reduces the chance of a burst.
For more tips on preventing pipe bursts and freezing, contact the residential, commercial, and industrial plumbing professionals at Allied/All-City, Inc. Visit us online or call (888) 834-7692 for 24-hour plumbing service throughout Nassau and Suffolk.
