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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.

Spring Area Natural Gas Issue

Posted on October 17, 2012 by theplumbersbride

If you live in the Spring area please be advised the gas company over odorized the natural gas in our area last night.  Center Point Energy had over 700 calls in the area for potential gas leaks today.  Plumbing companies phone … Continue reading →

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Is your plumber memorable?

Posted on October 8, 2012 by theplumbersbride

HOLD that thought!! I can’t even imagine where all of your thoughts just took you….The age old adage that goes along with “the plumber” is not that pleasant of a thought. Not to mention the visual ; ). My husband … Continue reading →

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My water heater won’t stay lit

Posted on September 12, 2012 by theplumbersbride

There are many reasons and factors that can cause a water heater to not stay lit.  The top 5 common ones are. 1. Thermocouple goes out 2. Gas utilities being turned off 3. Air temperature in the attic 4. Lack of Air … Continue reading →

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On the job training

Posted on August 30, 2012 by theplumbersbride

Ok, so I had the opportunity to be a plumber’s helper this week in the field with Bear.  It was very difficult for me to sit in the passenger seat.  Riding to the job and then to lunch and then … Continue reading →

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The secret to a shiny sink.

Posted on August 21, 2012 by theplumbersbride

Once upon a time, in a small farm house, in suburbia Spring, a handsome prince aka Bear   : ) walked into the kitchen of his lovely bride.  I had just finished cleaning everything in the kitchen and I was pleasantly … Continue reading →

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Gas…..

Posted on August 12, 2012 by theplumbersbride

Ok did that title get your attention?  : )  Really, my thought today came from a question this week from a friend.  Do Plumbers work with NATURAL gas lines? : )  Why yes we do!!!  Plumbers can run gas lines … Continue reading →

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There is a toilet for every stage in your life.

Posted on July 27, 2012 by theplumbersbride

Not too long ago Jake was helping Bear install some new toilets at a day care.  He asked Bear if we could install these in someone’s home.  The answer is absolutely.  Below I have listed several options.  You will see … Continue reading →

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Have you checked your water heater lately?

Posted on July 12, 2012 by theplumbersbride

Would you think something was dreadfully wrong with your water heater if it looked like this?  My oldest son called last week and said you have to come out and see the heater we just took out of a customer’s … Continue reading →

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Could your toilet water supply line flood your home?

Posted on June 30, 2012 by theplumbersbride

We have had several customers call us in the Spring area this week.  A neighbor’s home was sadly flooded by an older toilet.  The water supply line going to the tank of your toilet should be replaced at least every 8 … Continue reading →

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Emergency shut off valve

Posted on June 16, 2012 by theplumbersbride

Did you know there is an emergency shut off valve under each of your home faucets?  Do you have the   …… …..old style turn valve …..or the new 1/4 turn valve.  These are used for simple maintenance when repairing the … Continue reading →

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