"I had an emergency water leak coming from my ceiling, and they responded the same day. They quickly identified the problem as a ruptured water heater and replaced it that very day. Excellent service?prompt, professional, and reliable. I?ll definitely call them again for any future plumbing needs."
"Howard is so reliable, always does an amazing job and is so wonderful to work with. As an owner of multiple rela estate properties, he has been a life saver on multiple occasions. Only person I use for any plumbing needs! Someone you can trust and rely on is hard to come by, cant recommend him enough!"
"I had him replumb my water lines and sewer lines. He did a great job and I will recommend him to anyone who needs a plumber. Very professional and great service."
"Jacob and his team are great to work with. From emergency repairs to new construction, they’ve handled many plumbing jobs for us and are always dependable and professional. We’ll continue to use Wolf Plumbing anytime we need them!"
"Joeb did my job. He replaced a whirlpool tub with a new soaker tub. He also replaced all of the drain plumbing and put new surround on the wall. He was excellent. Very professional. Communicated with me during entire project. Very meticulous and neat with his work. I would strongly recommend 5 Star Bath Solutions and would definitely use them again"
There are many reasons why water pipes leak. The most common reasons include clogs, broken rubber seals that deteriorate over time, corrosion on copper, brass, or galvanized pipes, and damaged pipe joints.
You might also have a leak if your water pressure is too high (usually higher than 60 psi) or if your fixtures have a crack. Moreover, natural changes in the area around your underground pipes, like growing tree roots, flooding, or earthquakes, can cause leaky water pipes.
The plumbing industry has standardized the sizes for bathtub drains. They are 1 1/2 inches wide to fit all standard bathtubs from 14 to 26 inches deep. The standard sizing is to ensure that the drain fits into the P trap, a special part of your piping that prevents sewer water from bubbling up into your home (yuck).
Depending on the layout of your bathroom, you may be able to replace a shower valve without removing the tile. The existing hole needs to be large enough to remove your old valve and fit your new valve. If the hole is too small, you’ll need to cut into the wall and remove some of the tile.
Technically, yes, you can put a shower on a Roman tub, but it's not common. The vast majority of Roman tubs are standalone models. Adding a shower would involve installing a ceiling-mounted curtain rod or a custom glass enclosure, as well as redoing the plumbing, making it neither easy nor budget-friendly.
Toilet paper is the only material that you should flush down toilets. Other items like wipes, paper towels, feminine hygiene products, dental floss, and medications should be disposed of in the trash. Flushing these items can lead to plumbing issues and damage to sewage systems. Grease and cooking oils should also be avoided as they can solidify in pipes, causing blockages. Proper disposal helps prevent clogs and ensures the efficient operation of wastewater treatment systems while protecting the environment.
The Henderson, LA homeowners’ guide to plumbing services
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