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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.

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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Did your tile guy set your toilet?

Posted on June 1, 2012 by theplumbersbride

If you’ve had your floor or tile guy set your toilet, then that’s like having your mechanic fix your dinner.  Not too long ago we reset a toilet.  The pipe in the floor was deteriorating and needed to be replaced.  … Continue reading →

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The Claw

Posted on May 21, 2012 by theplumbersbride

 I recently read an article…   There are so many tub styles available these days.  How do you know if what you want will look good?  I personally love the look and feel of my garden tub.  On the other … Continue reading →

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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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