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About theplumbersbride

Born & raised in Houston TX Devoted wife of a master plumber and mother of three. One of my favorite quotes is. Those who bring sunshine into the lives of others cannot keep it from themselves.

Lurking continued……

Posted on May 11, 2012 by theplumbersbride

Last week I told you about the change in the water, specifically chloramines.   Bear started talking to me last night about the filter I told you about, in last weeks post.   HOLD ON!!!  What filter I asked him.  I did … Continue reading →

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This could be lurking in your attic….

Posted on May 5, 2012 by theplumbersbride

                                    The water source of the Spring area has been provided via natural wells since the community of Klein was established. Recently the water source was changed from the natural well water, to surface water (Lake Houston).  Surface water has … Continue reading →

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Do water heaters have an expiration date?

Posted on April 27, 2012 by theplumbersbride

Everything these days has an expiration date, right? Milk has an expiration date. It usually can last refrigerated until the date printed on the container. You can always fall back on your nose to be the last judge of whether … Continue reading →

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Is your plumber a hero?

Posted on April 20, 2012 by theplumbersbride

If my husband is your plumber then you have a hero working for you.  The other day my husband called and said he was heading back to the shop.  I could tell he was a little shook up on the … Continue reading →

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Top 3 solutions: Odor coming from the shower.

Posted on March 20, 2012 by theplumbersbride

DIY – poor 2 cups of Clorox into the shower. DIY or plumber – Run a roto rooter machine in the shower drain Plumber – New Shower pan First you could try pouring Clorox into the shower, if that resolves … Continue reading →

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AC drain

Posted on March 16, 2012 by theplumbersbride

A summer tip from your Happy Plumber – A cup of Clorox poured down the AC drain in the hot summer months can help prevent blockages.

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How many gallons of water can a leaky faucet waste?

Posted on March 16, 2012 by theplumbersbride

Did you know a steady leaky faucet could waste up to 5 gallons of water a day.

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Tile shower

Posted on March 16, 2012 by theplumbersbride

Another helpful tip from your Happy Plumber – If you are having some bathroom remodeling done which would include a tile shower, make sure a licensed plumber installs the shower pan. We have many calls from frustrated customers who have … Continue reading →

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tankless misconception

Posted on March 16, 2012 by theplumbersbride

Another helpful tip from your Happy Plumber – A common misconception of the tankless hot water heater is that the hot water will be instantly hot. That is not the case. There are two factors. The first is the temperature … Continue reading →

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The bath houses from the early 1900s used Chicago faucets. Does your plumber know that?

Posted on March 13, 2012 by theplumbersbride
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