Murphy's Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning Blog:Archive for the ‘Plumbing’ Category

This Is How Many Gallons of Water Plumbing Leaks Cost You

Monday, February 27th, 2023
beautiful-clear-blue-water

If you had a gushing leak in your home’s plumbing, you’d notice right away, right? Aside from the potential water damage, you’d be thinking about the amount of wasted water and just how much it might cost you on your next water bill.

What if we told you that most of the wasted water isn’t caused by huge emergencies? Would you want to know just how much water might be going to waste in your home right now? We’ve got some fascinating facts for you about just how much water is wasted in American homes and why. We’ll even tell you just how much money that could be costing you. And yes, we do have a great solution to this problem.

Continue Reading

How Trenchless Technology Works

Monday, November 7th, 2022
exposed-pipe-in-the-ground

In Pennsylvania, winter is closing in. We’ll spend a lot of the coming months indoors, keeping cozy, thanks to modern heating technology. But outside, everything will freeze solid, including the ground that your sewer line is buried in. So what can plumbers do if there is a clog, a break, or some other problem with the sewer line that is hidden away beneath rock-solid frozen earth, sometimes six or more feet deep? This used to present a huge problem. Thankfully, things have changed a lot in recent years. Today, modern high-tech plumbers can provide trenchless water line replacement in Broomall, PA. Does it sound like a miracle? Here’s how it works. 

Continue Reading

Spring Is Here: Time to Consider Your Sump Pump

Monday, April 25th, 2022

underwater roomSpring has sprung and it’s time to start thinking about how you can prepare your home for all that’s to come. Last time we talked, we spent a little time talking about your indoor air quality because, after all, spring is basically synonymous with allergy season. There is more to consider though. We suggest getting your sump pump ready for the potential flooding that comes with this season.

When you start looking for professional plumbing in Broomall, PA, we’re a team you can come to. We pride ourselves on being the authority on plumbing work in the area. We uphold such a high standard because we make sure everyone on our team is the best of the best. 

Continue Reading

4 Things You Need to Know About Your Plumbing

Monday, March 14th, 2022

When it comes to your home’s plumbing system, there are certain things you need to know. Although we do want you to know these things about your plumbing system, we don’t expect you to know any of this information without the help of professionals like ours. If you have questions, then our team members have answers for you.

We have some of the best plumbers in Springfield, PA. We’re going to walk through four of the most important things you need to know about your home’s plumbing system. These four things will make all the difference in your home’s plumbing. They’ll keep you safe, help you improve the quality of your home, and even save you money. Here are four things you should consider…

Continue Reading

The Importance of Drain Cleaning

Monday, February 14th, 2022

clearing-of-a-drainAs plumbing professionals, we realize more and more that there are so many things homeowners don’t know about plumbing. We want to do our part to change this and we’re going to start here today. One of the best things you can do for your home’s plumbing system is to get regular drain cleanings. If you’re looking for great drain cleaning in Drexel Hill, PA, you can find it from our professionals. 

We’re going to get into absolutely everything you should know when it comes to cleaning your drains here. For now, though, we want to emphasize the importance of professional service. It’s what’s going to make the drain cleaning worthwhile. It’s also something that our team members do with care. We’re ready to help you when you need us. 

Continue Reading

5 Winter Plumbing Tips to Keep in Mind

Monday, January 3rd, 2022

hand-drawing-check-box-on-a-white-backgroundOddly enough, cold weather can really bring the heat. This might sound like an oxymoron, but we’re sure that you know what we mean by this. Winter weather has a way of wearing down your home’s plumbing, heating, or even air conditioning system. Today, we’re going to focus on your plumbing system.

Your home’s plumbing system is something you want to keep an eye on because plumbing problems can quickly give way to water damage. This isn’t something that you want to deal with. We want to help you find a plumber in Haverford, PA and we’re sure you can find a qualified professional on our team. Let’s talk about what else you need to know below.

Continue Reading

5 Signs You Should Repipe Your Home

Monday, December 6th, 2021

bursted copper pipe with water leaking out, 3d illustrationThere comes a time in the life of every homeowner where you’re going to need to repipe your home. Repiping is one of the services we receive the most questions about and we understand why. It’s a big task to take on. That’s why you want to be sure that your home is absolutely ready for the job when it’s necessary.

If you’re ready to repipe and you need professional plumbing in Wayne, PA, then we want to be the team members to help you. We’re prepared to guide you through everything. It shouldn’t be difficult to have your home repiped, although the task is a large one. We want to help you get the appropriate services when needed. 

Continue Reading

Preventative Maintenance Plumbing Tips You Need to Know

Monday, October 11th, 2021

clearing-of-a-drainAre you wondering how to care for your home’s plumbing system? If you are, then you’re already a step ahead of the rest. Most of the time, homeowners aren’t thinking of their plumbing system until it’s too late. We know that it’s common to forget about your plumbing system because it’s so out of sight and out of mind. We’re going to do our best to bring it to the forefront of your mind today.

There are so many simple things you can do to help your plumbing system. Because we’re the experts, we’re going to round up a lot of the best preventative plumbing maintenance tips below. One thing that we always want you to know is that you always need a professional plumber in Media, PA. We can be the team to provide you with one when you need it most. 

Continue Reading

When to Clean Your Drains 

Monday, September 27th, 2021

clearing-of-a-drainAre you wondering when you should clean your home’s drains? Your plumbing system is one of those things that can start to feel like the wild, wild west. We find that most homeowners we speak to don’t understand the boundaries, parameters, or guidelines that apply here. We want to help you get familiar with everything that you need to know about your drain cleaning services.

We’re the experts in Broomall and we’re local professionals. This means that our expertise is not only backed by training, it’s also backed by local and experienced-based knowledge. Let’s get you up to speed on everything drain cleaning below.

Continue Reading

Why Chemical Drain Cleaners Are a No Go

Monday, July 19th, 2021

Today, we’re going to treat this blog like somewhat of a public service announcement. A problem we experience almost universally with our homeowners is an issue with the use of chemical drain cleaners. We know that we’re professionals and you might think that our viewpoint is biased, but we do understand the perspective of a homeowner. When you’ve got a slow-moving drain, it’s much easier to buy a drain cleaner over the counter.

While this is easier on your end, it’s harder for your plumbing. It typically results in long-term issues for your home. We’re here to perfect your plumbing in Media, PA. Get in contact with us for any plumbing services you need.

Continue Reading