Our Charlotte NC Plumbing Company has the capability of snaking a video camera into the depths of plumbing system to find unwanted blockages or leaks. Here are some of the benefits of taking advantage of our camera inspection:

Preventative Measures

When our Fort Worth Plumbers use video line inspection, they can take note of growing flaws in your piping system. We can then present you with the option of repair, costing you far less than a potential full-out pipe break that could occur as a result of unmaintained piping lines. Slab leaks are a major problem that can be prevented with proper video line inspection.

Locating Damage

No longer do plumbers have to dig up piping to locate damage – they have cameras that do the digging for them. Digging up the lines to find damage wasn’t only a gigantic mess, but it was expensive as well. A video inspection now allows the plumber to locate any broken areas within the piping – and locate their exact position. Translation: lower repair bills and less time spent in your home.

Locating Blockages

Although hair is a common form of drain blockage, other debris and tree roots can dangerously come into play as well. Depending on what is causing the blockage in your sewer lines, you could discover that a video pipe inspection is just what you need. Often times, knowing the root (no pun intended) of the problem is enough to have it remedied without any required digging.

To take advantage of our state-of-the-art video line inspection technology for broken or clogged piping lines, call our Charlotte Plumbers at 704-461-1700.

As the weather continues to creep up toward 100 degrees, we develop a closer relationship with our air conditioners in Charlotte NC. However, to keep your air conditioning unit functioning at peak capability, you have to change or clean the filter on a regular basis.

There are two different types of typical air filters: reusable and disposable. Disposable filters require a change about once a month, but are often cheaper than reusable filters. Reusable filters don’t require monthly swapping, but do require a monthly cleaning. Either way you look at it, you’re going to have to perform monthly maintenance on your air filter in some way or another.

For a disposable filter, here’s how to change your filter:

1. Turn off your air conditioning system.

2. Open the door panel for the air filter and remove your old air filter.

3. Make sure the arrow located on the filter is pointing toward the blower and is not facing backward, this will cause it to not function properly.

4. Turn your system on and verify that the filter is working okay.

For a reusable filter, here’s how to clean your filter:

1. Turn off your Charlotte air conditioning system.

2. Remove the filter, then use a brush to clean off any stubborn debris from your filter (we recommend taking it outside).

3. Use the hose attachment on your vacuum and suck the rest of the debris off.

4. Rinse your filter out, using the spray attachment on your outdoor water hose.

5. Let the filter dry.

6. Place the filter back in the unit, then turn the AC on to ensure proper functionality.

For more information on air conditioners or Charlotte air conditioner repair, call One Hour Charlotte HVAC services!

Choosing a new faucet is kind of like buying a new car, the possibilities and options are seemingly endless. However, faucets are a focal point and the type of faucet you choose can make or break your newly-remodeled (or newly-built) room. Our Charlotte Plumbing Company can help – here’s how to get started.

First, you need to take decor into consideration. You’ll probably want to make sure to buy decor that will also match the overall theme you’ve put into place. The faucet style should match the room to make it more visually appealing. When you’ve remodeled but your old faucets are at a certain level of rustiness and dirtiness, you should replace them to better compliment your set-up. Make sure the faucet is within your budget as well.

Whether it is brass, copper, stainless steel, or chrome, the kitchen faucet installation must be durable, sturdy, problem-free, complementing to your room’s theme, and should not corrode or discolor. Our plumbers in Charlotte will make it a priority to install reliable faucets, so you won’t have to worry about dripping issues down the line.

Finally, you must take the type of faucet into consideration. Single-hole faucets are very simple forms of faucets, with a single handle attached to the exterior water spout; these tend to work well in small bathrooms and powder rooms. Wall-mounted faucets are visually appealing and unique – they are typically installed on the wall and pair with a bowl basin.Wide set faucets contain two separate handles for hot and cold water and usually fit well in larger, spacious bathrooms.

Faucets can range in price from $20 to $200 to $2,000, so make sure to choose the one that’s right for you.

For more information about faucets or to get a free estimate, please call our Plumbers in Charlotte NC today!

Are members of your family getting inexplicably sick, even outside of cold and flu seasons? The culprit may be mold, and it may be living inside your air conditioning ducts. However, our Charlotte air conditioning company can  help.

Mold is often challenging to detect and, apart from illness, it is otherwise detected by smell. However, relying on smell to detect mold is usually not recommended; many types of mold are odorless and if your infestation has spread to the point where odors are noticeable, the problem is already too serious. It doesn’t take much mold to cause noticeable problems within an office or household. If you wait long enough, people in the vicinity will have been exposed for an extended period of time, which can result in permanent health problems – which often show up years later.

Air ducts are, on average, one of the most neglected parts of the average home. Due to their lack of visibility, many homeowners often do not clean their air ducts until a problem arises. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has stated that air ducts should be cleaned on a regular basis to prevent environmental situations from impacting the air quality in your home.

Cleaning your Charlotte air ducts on an “as-needed” basis is only a good idea only if cleaning is done proactively in response to a certain scenario. Instances of having your air ducts cleaned as a preventative measure on an as needed basis include: cleaning them after discovering a leaking roof, a leaky pipe, flood, a nearby fire,  pest infestation, home remodeling, or after moving into a new home. It is not unusual for mold to grow as a result of the ordinary deterioration of your air conditioning unit either – a roof leak and a leaking pipe can exist for years before they’re detected. Rodents and insects can also be in your air ducts for long periods of time without them ever being brought to your attention.

For more information on air duct cleaning in Charlotte NC, please contact our professional air conditioning company in Charlotte NC.

Dealing with an AC problem? Wanted to get your air conditioner serviced in the spring, but put it off, and now you’re dealing with an AC issue in sticky summer torment? Just like you have your HVAC system serviced in the fall to ensure efficient heating for the colder months, your air conditioning unit should be inspected and serviced by a professional Charlotte Air Conditioning Company every spring to ensure it runs well throughout the summer months.

Having your air conditioner serviced in the spring will give our Charlotte HVAC service technicians enough time to make any necessary repairs to your AC unit and have it ready to go by the time summer heat rolls around. Our quality inspection will ensure that the AC is draining correctly and the condensing unit is working as intended. Our Charlotte AC technician may also need to clean the inside of the unit, vacuuming away leaves, dirt, and other debris.

Our inspections also include checking wiring for fire hazards, checking the Freon (coolant) levels, and cleaning the condensation line. Our Charlotte AC Repair technician may also be able to suggest upgrades to your unit, if it looks like your AC unit is not providing you with efficient cooling.

Having a professional Charlotte HVAC technician inspect, and potentially repair, your air conditioning unit will guarantee that you will have a comfortable summer. When you’re running at maximum efficiency, you will be surprised by lower bills and you’ll have peace of mind that it will last you through the hot Charlotte summers.

Slab leaks, typically holes or breaks in copper piping under concrete floors or foundations, can be financially and emotionally devastating to any homeowner. Slab leaks can strike with little warning, so it is important to recognize the symptoms of Charlotte slab leaks before they get out of control.

There are several tell-tale signs that a seemingly minor (and odd) problem can really be a major slab leak concern. These symptoms can eventually worsen (sometimes very quickly) and evolve into major leaks or flooding, resulting in huge repair and cleanup expenses.

The most common symptoms of slab leaks are:

• Unexplained damp or wet floors
• Unusually high gas or water bills
• Warm spots on the floor

If you are experiencing any of these potential Charlotte slab leak symptoms, please contact our Charlotte Plumbing Company. Our plumbers in Charlotte NC will arrive prepared to quickly and efficiently diagnose your Charlotte plumbing issue.

If you have any of these symptoms, it’s time to call a professional Charlotte Plumber at Dan King Services:

• Your drains make a “gurgling” noise. If you have clogged drains in Charlotte, water will go down the pipes and air will bubble back up, resulting in the “gurgle” noise.
• You’re using the plunger more than you usually do. If you have a septic tank, it may be affected by tree roots and require immediate attention.
• You can feel warm or wet spots on the floor. This often refers to slab leaks, a potentially dangerous and costly problem. If you’re feeling moisture or warmth on the floor, immediate help is recommended.
• Your faucets screech or squeal when you’re using them. This could mean that you have air trapped in your pipes; it could also mean a water main is broken.

If you suspect that you’re the victim of plumbing issues, don’t put your home  and your safety at risk by trying to fix it yourself! Time is money when it comes to plumbing issues – call our expert Charlotte NC plumbers and we’ll fix it the right way – the first time!

Whether you are thinking about remodeling or making some changes to improve energy efficiency in your Charlotte home there are some things you should know about instant (or tankless) water heaters.  Whether you are interested in conserving water, saving energy, or you just want to save some money, these water heating devices might fit the bill.

Depending on your needs and the amount of hot water you use in a day, you might want to think about either a whole-house tank-less water heater or about instant water heating units in strategic places in your house.  These units are compact, efficient and affordable.

Here are the main things you should know about these water heating devices:

1.  Tankless water heaters produce hot water by heating an element that then heats the water as it passes across the element on its way to the tap.

2.  The name “tankless” comes from the fact that there is no water storage tank that is part of these systems.

3.  The systems save energy because they don’t keep the water in a storage tank at a constant temperature.  You only heat what you actually use when you use it.

4.  With these systems, you don’t have to worry about leaks because the storage tank or a pipe cracks. Your home and furnishings will be safer.

5.  There are two kinds of instant water heaters – those powered by electricity and those powered by natural gas. Gas-powered units can produce more water flow than electric units.

6.  The cost of a whole-house tank-less unit will range between $199 and $4000.

7.  Tankless systems usually last 20 years or more. Traditional water heaters with storage units generally last only 10 to 15 years.

8.  If you use a lot of hot water in a day, a tankless system will use 8% less energy. If you use very little hot water in a day, they can save as much as 50% in energy use.

9.  The cost of supplying hot water to your home can be reduced by up to 60% by switching to a tankless system.

10.  Instant water heating units heat between two and five gallons of water a minute.

11.  Because of the limited amount (2 – 5 gallons a minute) heated by these units, you will not be able to run two demands for hot water at a time (such as running the dishwasher and taking a shower).  This drawback can be overcome by installing a booster unit or by just installing units in each place you use hot water.

12. Instant units are small and self-contained. They take little space and don’t need two water supply pipes running to the unit.

13.  Instant water heating units are ideal in places where hot water is needed only occasionally, such as a garage sink, a hot tub, an outdoor cooking area or a pet bathing area.

14.  Instant units are also perfect in places where you need hot water only when the areas of the home are in use, such as a pool house or a guest bathroom.

15. Instant units are also perfect in guest houses, vacation homes and exterior showers for beach homes. Because there is no risk of leaking or flooding the property in case of a leak, you can close up the property when it is not in use and not have to worry. Then when the property is reopened, you don’t have to wait for hot water while the whole storage tank heats.

Before you make remodeling decisions about plumbing, think about whether an instant water heater might meet your needs more efficiently.  If you are looking to make your hot water supply more efficient and conserve water, you might want to consider an instant water heater – you won’t even waste water waiting for the hot water to reach the tap!

If we don’t take care of our plumbing, it won’t take care of us.  A little upkeep will lengthen the life of your plumbing

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system saving you lots of money in the end.  This article is designed to encourage you with instituting proper maintenance of your plumbing system.

Our society has slightly grown away from proper upkeep of our homes, personal items, appliances and more.  Some are more focused on aggressively advancing in the workplace or improving our bodies.  It can be seen by the lack of lawn maintenance, care for our appliances and even automobiles.  We are constantly on the go yielding a don’t have time response for the various things on our plate demanding our attention.  Several problems we encounter in life are simply due to us not paying attention.  It reminds me of Fred Sanford.  His sitcom from time to time would show him putting his bills back in the mailbox.  He did this to ignore dealing with the issue.  How many times do we do that mentally?  The only problem with that mindset is this, what we don’t deal with, will eventually deal with us.  Our homes, appliances and automobiles even our plumbing systems in our homes suffer as a result.

I’ve heard countless stories of individuals encountering problems with plumbing due to lack of proper maintenance.  A simple drain clog can often be remedied quickly if caught early.  However this small problem not handled can escalate to a much bigger problem.  Sometimes a clog is already a symptom of a much bigger problem, but if we don’t stop to investigate the issue by contacting a professional Charlotte plumber, we risk the possibility of spending more money in the end.  At the first sight of water draining slow contact your plumber.  Leaks are another issue.  A simple leak in the kitchen sink sometimes goes on for months before addressing it.  The same can be said for a running toilet.  The only problem with this is we are wasting gallons of water in the process and also wasting our money.  There are always symptoms to plumbing problems.  Don’t ignore the symptoms, but rather take heed and contact a skilled plumber.

Your monitoring is a sign of preventative maintenance.  You can also avoid discarding improper things in your toilet and garbage disposal.  Make certain you don’t allow even tiny food particles to go down your kitchen sink.  Monitor the hair left in the sink, shower and tub.  Keep a watch out for these things will help you lengthen the life of your plumbing system.  I also recommend purchasing a maintenance agreement through your Charlotte plumbing company.  Your preventative maintenance along with their periodic care will save you money.

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