Plumbing Blog

Whether you’re a homeowner dealing with a leaky faucet or a business owner managing a commercial heating system, we’ve got expert advice to keep everything running smoothly. Our master plumber shares practical tips, DIY fixes, and professional insights on everything from water heaters and boiler maintenance to leak prevention and energy-saving solutions. Stay ahead of plumbing and heating issues with money-saving strategies, industry trends, and the latest innovations—because a well-maintained home or business is a smart investment!
Why Is My Garbage Disposal Humming? (And Other Common Disposal Questions Answered)
Educational graphic showing a kitchen sink with a labeled garbage disposal unit underneath, including common reasons for humming sounds, reset button location, and safety tips.
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Stop the Flow: Understanding and Fixing a Running Toilet Before It Wastes Water and Money
A white, round-front toilet with its tank lid removed, showing water continuously running over the fill valve. The toilet is placed against a beige tiled wall, illustrating a common issue of a running toilet.
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Top 5 Common Plumbing Issues in Phillipsburg, NJ Homes and How to Address Them
A professional plumber repairing a leaking pipe under a sink in a Phillipsburg, NJ home, highlighting common residential plumbing issues.
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How to Claim UGI’s $1,200 Rebate for a High-Efficiency Natural Gas Boiler
A promotional graphic for UGI's Save Smart rebate program, highlighting a $1,200 rebate for installing a 94+ AFUE natural gas boiler.
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Understanding BTUs in Water Heaters: Why Fuel Type and Energy Output Matter
A educational infographic comparing natural gas and electric water heaters. The image features a gas flame icon for natural gas and a lightning bolt icon for electric. It highlights differences in energy efficiency, cost, recovery rate, and BTU ratings, helping homeowners understand key factors when choosing a water heater.
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Choosing the Right Size Water Heater for Your Home
A 2D digital infographic showing four different water heater tanks labeled by size: 30-gallon, 40-gallon, 50-gallon, and 80-gallon. Each tank is illustrated with a different color and includes icons representing household size, such as one person, a small family, and a large family, to help understand which tank size is best for their needs.
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Spring Alert: Is Your Hose Bib Leaking? Here's How to Check and When to Replace
A close-up of an outdoor hose bib attached to a house, showing a water spigot with a metal handle.
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Save Money and Energy with Met-Ed’s Smart Thermostat Rebates
A modern smart thermostat mounted on a wall, displaying the current temperature. Learn how Met-Ed customers in Pennsylvania can get a rebate on ENERGY STAR® certified smart thermostats in our latest blog.
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Protecting Your Plumbing This Spring: Preventing Water Damage Amidst Rain and Freezing Temperatures
A backyard on a rainy spring day with wet grass and puddles forming, highlighting potential drainage and plumbing concerns during heavy spring rains.
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Save Big with Pennsylvania Plumbing Rebates: Upgrade to Energy-Efficient Water Heaters and Save Money
Learn more about Pennsylvania energy-efficient water heaters.
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How to Properly Install a Bradford White 40-Gallon Natural Gas Water Heater: A Comprehensive Guide
Plumber installing a Bradford White 40-gallon natural gas water heater. The image shows a professional plumber working with tools to ensure a proper and secure installation.
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6 Spring Plumbing Tips for Nazareth Homeowners: Protect Your Home This Season
Spring plumbing maintenance tips – a clean, simple illustration of a water droplet with a wrench inside, symbolizing plumbing services. The design includes a house outline and green leaves to represent seasonal home care. Ideal for homeowners in Nazareth preparing their plumbing for spring.
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