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Don’t take your water municipality’s word for it: There are many common water contaminants found in the water that is pumped into your home. Five Star Plumbing offers its customers…

You already know that hair and oil clog your household drains, but you might be surprised by some other culprits that stop the water flow. You should avoid these culprits…

Your plumbing is under a lot of stress Thanksgiving Day. It works tirelessly in the kitchen during food prep and cleanup; it works tirelessly in the bathroom with your multitude…

You know it’s a bad idea to put oil down your garbage disposal, but what about food? Isn’t that what the garbage disposal is for? No. The garbage disposal isn’t…

Everybody knows a gas leak can be a very serious thing. From illness to explosions to death, natural gas may be a fantastic way to heat your water and home…

Do you need a new water heater? Should you get the traditional tank storage or a tankless unit? There are pros and cons to both, so it really depends on…

It might seem odd that a plumber would post a blog with a do-it-yourself solution for a clogged shower head, but we here at Five Star Plumbing get it. People…

Plumbing repairs can not only be costly, but they can also be extremely stressful. Thankfully, there are some easy things every homeowner can do to reduce the chances of plumbing…

The garbage disposal is an extremely handy appliance in any household. If your disposal seems to be on the fritz, there are some things you can do to fix it.…

Having hot water is a modern convenience that everyone should enjoy. Whenever you turn on the shower or any faucet, the hot water delivery should start to flow fairly quickly.…

While most cities claim to have safer water than bottled water, the crisis in Flint, Michigan has given many homeowners pause about the safety of their tap water. It’s important…

Leaking plumbing can not only be costly to repair, but it can also cause serious damage to your home and your property. If you think you may have a leak…

The plumbing system in your home is a complex network of pipes that can work alone or together to provide water throughout your home. Over time, these pipes can gather…

Whether you come home to a burst pipe under the sink or you notice water damage on your ceiling, leaking plumbing can be extremely stressful and expensive. Sometimes, leaks are…

If you have a small or slow leak in your plumbing, you’re probably not extremely concerned. Many homeowners attempt to patch or fix the leak themselves, or they might just…

During the heat of summer, you’re probably spending a lot more time outside. This includes landscaping and gardening, and you likely plan to use your outdoor water hose fairly often.…

If you have an ice maker in your refrigerator, you may notice that it starts to freeze continuously. This can be frustrating and can cause your ice maker to become…

Not only is a leaky showerhead fixture annoying, but it can also cost you some serious water. Leaking showerheads are definitely inefficient, and if you pay a monthly water bill,…

When it comes to saving energy, you probably think about the major appliances in your home like the washing machine and HVAC system. What many households overlook is the amount…

Summertime means afternoon picnics and evening fireflies. Unfortunately, it can also mean high water bills. While you want your lawn to stay lush and green, you also want to have…

Your home relies on a lot of plumbing, and when something goes awry, you want it fixed right away. Here’s a look at the most common plumbing issues faced by…

Elevating your outdoor living space with a water fountain can be a solid investment. Not only do outdoor water features look elegant and fun, but they provide that ever-so-relaxing sound…

Texas summers get crazy hot, folks, and with almost 12 hours of full sun, you’ll need ways to keep cool. So, when daytime television and internet surfing have all but…

Water heaters, like any household system, wear out and require replacement. How long a water heater lasts can depend on several factors, but most make it 10 or 15 years.…

Since your hot water heater constitutes almost 20 percent of your energy bill, making sure the temperature settings stay efficient goes a long way to keeping costs down. As far…