Barron Heating AC Electrical & Plumbing Blog: Archive for the ‘Plumbing’ Category

Leaks and the Five Senses: Detecting When You’ve Got a Leak

Monday, August 19th, 2024

Leaks are not a fun thing to encounter. They can be inconvenient, cause damage, and even lead to unsanitary conditions and wasted water if left alone for enough time. This is why having a local plumber on hand to help with your leak detection and patching is such an invaluable asset.

But many times you’ll be the only one who can detect whether a leak is happening or not. While this sounds like an intimidating job, it’s actually quite simple when you think about it. Human beings have 5 sense–touch, sight, smell, hearing, and taste. Each of those can help you determine if your plumbing system is leaking or having trouble.

Keep reading to determine whether you need a professional plumber in Ferndale, or if you’re in good shape.

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Barron Tips: The Best Way to Use a 24/7 Emergency Plumber

Monday, August 12th, 2024

There are many different qualifications for a plumber. You can be an apprentice, a journeyman, and eventually strive to be a master plumber. But that’s not where the application of training and experience ends. Assuming every plumber you hire is either a journeyman plumber or a master plumber, is the playing field even?

The answer is no. you can break down things even further. Some plumbers have rigid hours that they operate and strict schedules they keep. Other plumbers can offer 24/7 emergency services that grant customers an extra level of protection and a few advantages that other plumbers might not.

Want to know the best way to utilize 24 hour emergency plumbing in Burlington? That’s what we hope to answer in today’s blog post.

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August Tips: Protect Your Home With a Sump Pump

Monday, August 5th, 2024

Floods are becoming more frequent and severe depending on where in our area you live. With storms happening this time of year, it’s only normal to be nervous about the next time your crawlspace starts to flood with water. And if you’re located right near an aquifer or at the bottom of a valley, a flooded crawlspace is practically an assurance.

But sump pumps change that reality and give us a scientific solution to flooding. These systems can simply remove the water that floods your crawlspace and send it somewhere else, either over the ridge to the aquifer or to your local garden for nourishment.

And when you purchase this system with us, you can also enjoy our sump pump services in Bellingham throughout the lifespan of the system. So, let’s talk about how specifically a sump pump might protect your home from flooding.

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That Leak Is Coming From Your Hose Bibb! Solutions and Explanations

Monday, May 20th, 2024

Have you ever wondered why, no matter how many new hoses you purchase when spending time outdoors, they’re always leaky? It’s like you’re destined to leak water no matter how tightly you seal the hose onto the spigot.

Well, the good news is that it’s not you or your hoses. This component is called the hose bibb, and it’s basically the connector from your home’s main water line and anything that uses water outdoors. This connector is vital to home gardening projects, sprinklers, and other outdoor water fixtures–but it could be wasting water and money every year.

This blog hopes to explore what the hose bibb is, how it works, and why it can leak during the springtime when we’re just now starting to enjoy the outdoor weather. Schedule with our team for a new hose bibb installation on Orcas Island.

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Why Professional Drain Cleaning is Better Than Chemical Cleaners and Uncloggers

Monday, August 14th, 2023

We’ve all seen commercials for drain cleaning chemicals before. They show abhorrent 3D mockups of what they want you to believe goes on in your pipes in an effort to simplify everything about your drains.

Chemicals don’t fix problems; they act as a short-term remedy for the immediate problem (clogs), but fail to provide a viable long-term solution. Most of the time they cause damage to your drains that result in bigger issues down the road. Here’s why these chemicals aren’t a proper replacement for professional drain cleaning services in Bellingham, WA.

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How Regular Home Plumbing Inspections Prevent Expensive Plumbing Issues

Monday, May 22nd, 2023

You don’t think about your plumbing often. Pipes, sewers, and washing machine hoses are out of sight and out of mind for most homeowners. It’s hard to spot problems that cost you money, which is why you have us.

A WholeHome™ Plumbing Inspection helps your home in more ways than one. This is what our thorough inspections by experienced professionals include:

  • Using dye testing on all toilets
  • Flue vent inspection
  • Checking on all sink pipes
  • Inspecting washing machine hoses
  • Checking out all exposed supply lines
  • And more

When there aren’t any visible plumbing problems in your home, it’s easy to think that you don’t need a plumbing inspection. Let’s talk about why that might not be the case and what a WholeHome™ Plumbing Inspection can do for you.

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May Maintenance Matters: Why You Need Annual Home Maintenance

Monday, May 15th, 2023

Your Sunday chore list has plenty on it–pluck the weeds in the garden, power wash the porch, etc., but while you tend to the miscellaneous books and crannies of your home, your HVAC system and plumbing are slowly breaking down.

We call it wear and tear–damage that accrues over time as a result of use. Your car gains miles, your floors get scuffs and scrapes, and your home systems slowly lose steam. Your whole home needs a little TLC, and this is why.

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Now is a Good Time to Service or Install Hose Bibbs, Here’s Why

Monday, May 8th, 2023

Hose bibbs, known as outdoor faucets or spigots, are a crucial component of any home’s plumbing system. They provide a convenient water source for gardening, washing cars, and even filling up your pool.

They may seem like a simple fixture, but it’s important to make sure they’re in good condition to avoid potential problems. Now’s a good time to install a new hose bibb in Ferndale or the surrounding areas, or service the one you already have, and here’s why.

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Get Ready for Winter with a WholeHome™ Plumbing Inspection

Thursday, December 15th, 2022
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Our mission here at Barron is “Improving Lives™” and we take that very seriously. So when we ask you if yours is performing as best it can, we really want to know! And if it isn’t, we’re here to help with the WholeHome™ approach and our Silver Shield Preferred Membership Plan

The Barron Silver Shield Membership grants you a number of benefits, including front-of-the-line service, no overtime rates, and much more. We have trades-specific options, and the one we want to discuss today is your plumbing inspection! Read on to learn more.

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Barron Plumbing Now Offering Services in Orcas Island

Monday, December 12th, 2022

Barron Plumbing offers so much more than just basic repair and maintenance. We offer peace of mind, with products and services that bring homeowners throughout Northwest Washington improved health, efficiency, and comfort. And now, this is all available to residents in Orcas Island!

We provide comprehensive plumbing services, from drain and sewer system work and water heater services to water treatment and sump pump services too. Read on to learn more about our plumbing offerings.

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