"Extremely pleasant to talk to! I didn’t realize my husband had already booked someone else for the job, but I truly appreciated how responsive and professional Haines Drains and Plumbing was. I will definitely be contacting them for any future plumbing needs—they’re reliable and a pleasure to work with!"
"Jason and James were complete professionals. They ran into some interesting issues in my 85 year old home, with much original plumbing. Nothing got in their way of leaving me with a beautiful shower/tub. And they left the worksite spotless. Thanks guys,,"
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"We had a bathtub converted into a Shower, they removed the old bathtub and installed a shower tray with a wall lining system unique to their company called Re-Bath. They also removed an old single person shower and installed a linen closet, new ceramic tile floor with a heating element (heated floor with thermostat and timer). New Mirrors, new lights and new solid surface counter top with integrated bowls and new faucets. Rerouted plumbing and minor electrcal work. The 2 installers Ryan and Ken were fantastic, their work was very good, they kept the house clean during the whole process and made sure everything was clean at the end of every day. They took the time to explain how everything new they installed worked, very thorough and very professional. They arrived everyday when they said they were going to arrive and kept us updated with the progress throughout the process. I would definitely use this company again."
"although it took almost 15 weeks between the order and the installation, it was worth the wait. We had a wall surround and tub liner along with new plumbing fixtures. I am very happy with the product and the workmanship. The installation took two days but the installer was thorough and meticulous. Wish I had done this sooner."
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"Love Haines Drains Plumbing!!! They answered the phone, didn't let it go to voicemail??. They were able to come out the same. wow! Excellent technicians gave an estimate, explained everything. Highly recommend them."
"I had 2 companies come out for quotes. Normally I would get more but it was close to the holidays and we wanted the project done. We had a pipe break in the master bathroom after just doing some tile work and had to redo drywall and paint from that problem along with totally redo the walk-in closet with new carpeting throughout the downstairs. Within 2 weeks another leak from a floor drain (Sta-Dry project) had gotten the new carpet wet and we just wanted our lives back downstairs. Sorry for the long intro but it brings me to the point. After telling both contractors what we had just been through it was obvious we were sick and tired of our lower level being torn up. The original estimate from Atlantic Waterproofing would have required all of the new drywall in the walk-in closet to be torn out and foundation work to be done. This project would have required lots of time and more drywall work in both the walk in closet and the master bedroom along with cement work on the foundation. We live on a nice lake and I think they saw dollar signs. Venting...sorry. Sta-dry drove over from Lansing, sat down with us and worked out a reasonable solution with no talk of ever needing foundation work. They came up with a way to hide the plumbing behind the drywall so we did not have to cover that somehow in the corner of our bedroom. The were professional, did the work in a timely manner, cleaned up after themselves and found a cost effective way to do it without any major disruption to our lives. They look to have a solid warranty and I felt confident that if I ever had a problem they would take care of it. We obviously were not excited about more work downstairs or a sump pump in our master bedroom but Sta-Dry made it pretty painless and gave us an option of 12 months same as cash through a bank they work with. Would definitely use them again and were appreciate of how smoothly things went after the other 2 projects we had just lived through. Life is back to normal...Thank Goodness!! "
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A flue pipe should go straight up from the back of the fireplace to the top of the chimney. Bends or kinks in the flue liner would restrict combustion gasses from flowing seamlessly out of the home, so these gasses could instead smoke up your living room and become a health hazard to your household.
The toilet should rest 10, 12, or 14 inches from the back wall. As for other clearances, 15 inches is the minimum distance from the flange to any side wall or nearby fixture, including the shower, tub, and sink. Modern codes also require at least 24 inches of clear space in front of the toilet.
No, the pink ring in your toilet bowl isn’t a hard water stain but a type of bacteria called Serratia marcescens. This bacteria can also cause pinkish stains in other areas of your bathroom, like around your tub, shower curtains, and faucets. Thankfully, it’s considered to be harmless. However, if you or anyone in your household is immunocompromised, it can cause issues like urinary tract infections. You can clean the pink ring with bleach and a plastic brush. Wear gloves and goggles when using bleach, and always work in a well-ventilated room.
While frozen pipes will eventually thaw on their own as temperatures rise, it is not safe to let this happen unattended. As the ice blockage melts, water can become trapped, building up extreme pressure within the pipe. This pressure can cause the pipe to burst, leading to severe water damage, costly leaks, and serious damage to your plumbing system. It is best to handle frozen pipes as quickly as possible. If you do not see any visible damage, you can try to slowly warm the pipes by increasing warm air circulation or applying warm towels. However, if you spot any leaks or damage, you should call a plumber immediately. The best course of action is always to take preventative measures to stop pipes from freezing.
Anything from debris, rust, ice, and even poor installation can cause clogs in your plumbing vents. Some signs of a clog include slow drains, gurgling sounds in drains and toilets, and bad odors. The bad odors are the most concerning, as these can include methane and hydrogen sulfide. Contact a plumber to come take a look if you notice any of these signs.
The Mikado, MI homeowners’ guide to plumbing services
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