Top 3 Plumbing Maintenance Tips for Spring Spring is finally here! The flowers are blooming, the birds are singing, and it’s the perfect time to do some spring cleaning around the house. But while you’re dusting off your shelves and decluttering your closets, don’t forget about your plumbing. Spring is a great time to perform […]
What could be causing my floors to be warm? A Slab Leak!?!
If you’ve noticed a warm spot on your floor, it could be a sign of an underlying plumbing issue, such as a slab leak. At Still Waters Plumbing , we specialize in identifying and fixing plumbing problems that can cause warm spots on your floors. Possible Causes of Warm Spots on your Floors Radiant Heat […]
Importance of Winter Water Heater Maintenance
Water heaters are a crucial component of any home, providing hot water for daily tasks such as showering, washing dishes, and laundry. Even here in the Dallas, Fort Worth Metroplex with mild winters, cold temperatures can put extra strain on your water heater, making it more likely to break down. That’s why it’s crucial […]
Clogged Drain? Here’s what you do
A clogged drain is one of the most common plumbing problems homeowners experience. Only becoming more common during the holidays when you might have guests or family members who don’t treat your drains as they would their own. Below we discuss what can cause a clogged drain so you can avoid this annoying plumbing […]
5 Winter Plumbing Tips
As colder temperatures start to ease into North Texas, we are reminded that even after a long and sweltering summer, winter can also be just as hard. As we’ve seen in the recent past prolonged freezing temperatures can bring havoc across the state as many homes here in North Texas quickly learned that their homes […]
Finding the Perfect Water Heater for Your Home
Many of us no doubt take our hot water for granted but did you know that water heaters account for up to 20% of a household’s annual energy expenditure? According to the U.S. Department of Energy, this is the second largest utility expense in the home, with an average cost of $400 to $600 per […]
Plumbing Tips for Fall in North Texas
We hope you’re as excited as us for some cool fall air and pumpkin carving. According to the Old Farmer’s Almanac, the coldest part of fall will arrive by mid-November! It’s time to close off your water valves and keep those pipes warm because the season is starting to change. If your plumbing isn’t ready […]
Slab Leak Repair
At Still Waters Plumbing, we know all too well the damage that can come from an undetected slab leak. Slab Leaks can cause severe damage to your home’s foundation and be one of the most expensive repairs in our industry. Slab leaks are dangerous because they are challenging to detect. However, if caught early enough, […]
Do Water Softeners Work?
One problem we run into quite frequently here in North Texas is homes that have pipe or water heater damage from hard water. What is Hard Water? According to the United States Geological Survey, “The simple definition of water hardness is the amount of dissolved calcium and magnesium in the water. Hard water is […]
How To Prepare Your Home For Freezing Temperatures
Can you believe it? We are already one month into 2022, and as we get ready to get through February, many of us are having flashbacks. Last February, when the temperatures in North Texas were as low as 4 degrees, and the power in many places was struggling to stay on. Texas rarely experiences cold […]