AllTech Services, Inc. Blog: Archive for the ‘Plumbing’ Category

Why We Use Trenchless Technology

Monday, September 11th, 2023

In the past, any problems with the water main leading to a house or the sewer line leading away from a house meant major damage would be inflicted on the lawn. Since it was easy to know that there was a problem but impossible to know exactly where the problem was located, long trenches had to be dug to expose the entirety of the pipe in question.

But those days are over! Today, we use trenchless technology. This means your lawn will remain undisturbed when your sewer line or water main requires repair.

Tags: Manassas, trenchless technology
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When to Schedule a Video Inspection for Your Drain

Monday, May 22nd, 2023

Did you know that it’s not just spies in the movies using tiny cameras on long lines these days? Plumbers are doing it, too! You might hear it referred to as video pipe inspection or video drain inspection. We can even take a look as far down as the sewer line that carries all your wastewater away from your home.

Why do people need their drains inspected with video cameras? What circumstances would indicate that you should have it done?

Here are some details on how to know if video drain inspection is just the thing your plumbing needs.

Tags: Sterling, video pipe inspection
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3 Signs You Need to Replace Your Garbage Disposal

Monday, April 24th, 2023

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A garbage disposal in your kitchen sink can be such a handy thing to have. It streamlines the process of washing the dishes, and can keep food waste from stinking up your trash can and thus your whole kitchen. But what if your garbage disposal is becoming more trouble than it’s worth? Can it be repaired? Or is it time to have your garbage disposal replaced? Here are some key points to help you figure that out.

Tags: garbage disposal replacement, Manassas
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Tips for Inspecting Your Sump Pump

Monday, February 13th, 2023

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If you have a sump pump, it has probably saved your behind—or at least your basement—on multiple occasions. Anyone who has cleaned up after water damage knows just how important it is to avoid having that happen again. Just knowing you have a sump pump at the ready can be extremely reassuring. But like any piece of machinery, sump pumps do encounter problems from time to time.

It might not feel like it, but spring is not too far away, and that’s the time of year when snowmelt and flooding make it most likely that your sump pump will have a lot of work to do. How can you be sure that your sump pump is in good working order and ready for whatever water comes its way?

Tags: Ashburn VA, sump pump service
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How Do Plumbers Locate Hidden Leaks?

Monday, November 21st, 2022

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When you hear the words plumbing leak, you probably imagine something dramatic and obvious, like water spraying from a broken pipe under your kitchen sink.

However, not all plumbing leaks occur in easily visible locations, and they don’t always cause sudden gushes. Sometimes, a leak happens behind your walls, under your floors, or even under the concrete slab of your home’s foundation. This may seem like an impossible situation. But take heart! Plumbers have some high-tech equipment that helps them pinpoint the location of leaks so they can be fixed.

Tags: Leak Detection, Sterling VA
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Hydro Jetting: The Drain-Cleaning Power of Water!

Monday, November 7th, 2022

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Perhaps you’ve heard of hydro jetting and want to know more about it. Maybe you’ve struggled with drain snakes or been tempted to use chemical drain-cleaning solutions because of your home’s slow-draining sinks or clogged pipes. Fear not: your problems can be solved with only the power of water!

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Proper Care for Your New Garbage Disposal

Monday, September 12th, 2022

Perhaps you’ve had a garbage disposal in the past, or perhaps this is the first time you’ve gotten acquainted with one. Either way, now that you have one, it’s the perfect time to learn about how they work, how to keep yours in good shape, and what to do in the event that something does go wrong.

If you are considering a garbage disposal but haven’t gotten one yet, we’re happy to help with all your garbage disposal installation questions in Northern Virginia.

Tags: garbage disposal installation, northern Virginia
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What Are the Worst Ways to Use My Plumbing System?

Monday, July 18th, 2022

In our last blog post, we talked about some of the best things you can do for your plumbing system. While this is often an easy part of your home to take for granted, taking steps such as scheduling plumbing maintenance, treating your garbage disposal the right way, and knowing the signs of drain clogs or leaks will keep your fixtures and appliances in good shape.

If anything goes wrong with your plumbing system, we aren’t very far away—contact us for all your plumbing necessities! In the meantime, read on as we share some of the worst ways to use your plumbing system. Avoiding these will help further keep those pipes in great shape.

Tags: Plumbing, Woodbridge
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What Are the Best Ways to Use My Plumbing System?

Monday, July 4th, 2022

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If there’s anything in your home that probably gets taken for granted, it’s the plumbing system. You rely on it every day: the sinks to give you drinking water, the water heater for hot showers and washing clothes, the kitchen sink to wash dishes, the bathrooms for hygiene, etc. But you don’t really think about the water heater until something goes wrong with it, right?

Fortunately, if something does go wrong with your plumbing system, you needn’t look far for help. We’ll be there ASAP! It’s also important to know that there are steps you can take to prevent plumbing system problems by treating it the right way.

Tags: Ashburn, Plumbing
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What Kind of Service Professional Do I Need for My Gas Lines?

Monday, April 25th, 2022

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If you are in need of any kind of service or repair for your gas lines, you will need to contact a professional. But what kind of service professional should you contact for gas line work? If you answered plumber, you’d be correct.

When you think of a plumber, you may think of someone who works with water pipes to fix sinks, toilets, and other water or sewage-related systems. But the reality is that a plumber is any professional who works on piping systems—and these piping systems include gas lines as well. While gas lines may not be what most people think of when they think of plumbers, a professional plumber is exactly who you need to contact for gas line work.

Tags: Gainesville, Plumbing Service
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