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Your water heater is a serious investment for your home and most will last 7-10 years. Many homeowners forget that water heaters, like many other home appliances, need a little preventative maintenance to keep them running as long as possible. We'll go over a few easy to do water heater maintenance tasks that will extend the life of your water heater with the added bonus of keeping your unit running efficiently. Regularly Test Your Pressure Relief Valve to Extend the...

Here at Scott English Plumbing we know that drain clogs are bound to happen to us all at some point in time. To be fair clogs are not an uncommon occurrence. With that being said there are proactive steps that you can take in order to prevent a garbage disposal clog in your home. Before we begin, these are the most common causes of clogs in your disposal: Overwhelming your unit by feeding it garbage too quicklyNot running enough water...

Our plumbing experts at Scott English Plumbing know that a well maintained plumbing system is essential during the winter season. The last thing that anyone needs is plumbing issues during this time of year. Especially when planning to host any holiday parties at your home or business. Our holiday plumbing specialists know what it takes to keep your plumbing system at peak performance and we want to help. This holiday season we have decided to give our customers an early...

How I Keep That Smell Out Of My Dishwasher Automatic dishwashers are probably the single-greatest innovation ever conceived (as far as household chores are concerned). If you've ever had to wash dishes by hand, you already know what we mean. With all of the convenience that they offer, they will require a little maintenance to keep them running smoothly and efficiently. One common issue with dishwashers is a foul smell emanating after the dishes have dried. Let's look at a...

An overflowing toilet is a common occurrence in many homes. It can also become a major issue if it persists and you don't locate the source of the problem. This problem can be easy to correct if you know how to locate it and troubleshoot it yourself. Here are some quick fixes you can try on your overflowing toilet. Locate The Source Of Your Problem The first thing you should do is determine the source of your leak. Your toilet...