Barron Heating AC Electrical & Plumbing Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Hose Bibb’

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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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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