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Common Questions

Have basic questions about your plumbing? Read here for answers to common plumbing questions!

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The Six Most Common Residential Plumbing Code Violations

Plumbing codes often lay out very specific guidelines, and failure to abide by these codes can result in fines, revocation of permits, and revocation of plumbing licenses. These codes and their parameters...

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What Utility Lines You May Hit When Digging and How to Avoid Disaster

There are many reasons you might want to dig into your property. Various landscaping projects, such as building a deck, require digging. Housing projects can also require you to do some digging, such as...

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Are Your Cleaning Habits Helping or Harming Your Family’s Health?

When you have a house you need to clean it regularly, especially if you want to tap into the health benefits that come with owning your own living space. Cleaning can help your space feel more livable...

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Home Repair and Water Damage Prevention

An exorbitant amount of water in the home can cause frustration and serious damage to the interior and exterior of the home. Unpredictable weather, burst pipes, unreliable plumbing, and flood zones...

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After a Natural Disaster

It’s important to understand what you should do in the event of a natural disaster, but it’s equally important to understand what you should do when you return home after a natural disaster. These events can sometimes leave lasting threats in or around your home and knowing what you might encounter and how to respond to it is a necessity for anyone who is recovering from a natural disaster.

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Determining Plumbing Service Costs

Upfront Pricing & Honest Quotes. If you are experiencing issues with your residential or commercial plumbing, one of the questions you are probably asking yourself is: What will this cost me? It’s an understandable question. Maintenance and repairs can be costly.

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How Much is a Plumbing Inspection?

Complimentary Services from Mr. Rooter® Plumbing. Are you looking for a plumbing inspection from a licensed plumber? Our team can help you. At Mr. Rooter® Plumbing, we’re very proud of our reputation...

Hard Water vs. Soft Water

Helpful Tips from Our Plumbing Specialists. Many of our clients have questions about hard water and soft water, such as: What does it mean to have hard water and what causes it to occur? Do I have hard water in my house?

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When You Need Commercial Services

Experts Answers to Your Plumbing Questions. Our team at Mr. Rooter® Plumbing offers both residential and commercial plumbing services. We are proud to serve business owners and offer our services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week...

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