What’s the Perfect Temperature for Your Water Heater?
Hot water plays a quiet but important role in daily life. Showers, laundry, dishes, and cleaning all depend on it. Many homeowners never think about water heater temperature until something feels off. Water turns scalding, runs lukewarm, or costs start climbing without a clear reason….
What To Do When Your Water Heater Is Screaming Hot (Literally)
Let’s set the scene: You start a hot shower and before long it sounds like something is screeching from the water heater. One on hand, you shouldn’t panic because this is a relatively common plumbing occurrence. But on the other hand, it’s not something you…
Important Recall Information for A.O. Smith Ultra-Low NOX Water Heaters! Do You Still Have This Unit?
Every now and then, we hear news of product recalls – everything from cars to food. These recalls are for public safety. Unfortunately, home appliances sometime get recalled by the manufacturer for safety reasons as well. A.O. Smith, a large manufacturer of water heaters, issued…
Leaky Water Heater? Here’s What You Should Do
Discovering a leak in your hot water heater can be a stressful situation. When water is pooling at your feet or leaking from the sides of the tank, it can be difficult to think straight. Don’t worry, we are here to help Before you even…
5 Signs You Have a Plumbing Leak in Your Home
If you ask a child what superpower they’d like to have, he or she will most likely respond with the ability to fly or invisibility. As a homeowner, a superpower that would come in handy is X-ray vision. This is because many plumbing problems occur…
3 Reasons Never to Use Liquid Drain Cleaners Again
What do you do if the tub starts draining slowly, or the kitchen sink appears to be backed up? Do you reach for a bottle of liquid drain cleaner? Hold on a second, because that product might not be as helpful as you think. In…
Watch Out For These Common Winter Plumbing Problems
Here in Connecticut, winters can be long, cold, and uncomfortable. The season can also be harsh on your home. Between cold temperatures, snow, and ice, there are many plumbing-related issues that can cause significant water damage and cost you hard-earned money. Here are some common…
How Plumbing Problems Can Cause Health Risk Through Sewage Exposure
Some might say that sewage exposure is a thing of the past. After all, it was common in the days before modern sewer systems. Historically, sewage exposure has been the cause of sickness, deaths, and even plagues. And while most water treatment technologies and sewage…
National Disconnect Your Hose Day
Rick’s Plumbing would like to remind everyone about the risks of leaving your hose attached outside this winter. When temperatures drop to below freezing, the water in the hose will freeze and may cause the hose to crack and become damaged. But even worse, a…
Checklist for Fall and Winter Plumbing Maintenance
As the seasons change, it’s essential to keep your home’s plumbing in check. Plumbing maintenance might not be the first thing on your mind, but a little preparation can prevent major headaches later on. At Rick’s Plumbing Service, Inc., we understand that effective plumbing is…