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Las Vegas Plumbing Emergencies

Las Vegas Plumbing Emergencies

Unexpected Las Vegas plumbing emergencies can disrupt your daily routine. They cause stress which is why you need a crash course in Emergency Plumbing 101. Superior Plumbing and Drain understands the importance of being prepared to handle these sudden crises. Here’s a comprehensive guide to navigating emergency plumbing situations:

1. Shut Off the Water: 

In the event of a burst pipe, overflowing toilet, or any significant water leak, locate the main water shut-off valve and turn it off immediately. Knowing the location of this valve beforehand is crucial to prevent further water damage.

2. Assess the Situation: 

Evaluate the severity of the issue. For minor leaks or clogs, you may be able to contain the problem until professional help arrives. However, for major issues like a burst pipe, it’s essential to act swiftly.

3. Contact a Professional: 

Once the immediate threat is contained by shutting off the water, contact a licensed emergency plumber. Explain the situation clearly to ensure they understand the urgency and nature of the problem.

4. Temporarily Contain Leaks: 

Use temporary measures such as towels, buckets, or plumbing tape to contain minor leaks until the plumber arrives. However, avoid making permanent repairs if you’re not confident, as this might complicate professional repairs.

5. Address Clogged Drains: 

If faced with a clogged drain, refrain from using chemical drain cleaners. Instead, attempt to clear minor clogs using a plunger or a drain snake. For stubborn clogs or if unsure, wait for professional assistance.

6. Turn Off Appliances: 

If water is leaking near electrical appliances or outlets, turn off electricity to that area to prevent any risk of electrical shock. Safety should always be a priority in plumbing emergencies.

7. Keep a Plumbing Emergency Kit: 

Prepare a basic emergency kit containing a plunger, plumbing tape, a wrench, and the contact information of emergency plumbing services. This can be invaluable during unexpected situations.

8. Preventative Measures: 

Regularly maintain your plumbing system to prevent emergencies. Schedule annual inspections and address minor issues promptly to avoid larger problems in the future.

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Being equipped for Las Vegas plumbing emergencies and taking prompt action helps mitigate damage and inconvenience. Therefore, for any plumbing emergency, Superior Plumbing and Drain is here to provide swift, reliable assistance. Prepare, stay calm, and know that help is just a call away.

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Drain Maintenance and Care

Drain Maintenance and Care

Drain maintenance and care are key components to keeping your water flowing efficiently. Watching what we place down the drain is a good habit. Clogs cause additional problems and lead to failures in the pipes. Here are a few tips to help maintain clean and easy flowing drain pipes.

Baking Soda + Water

A handful of baking soda followed by hot water helps clean the drain. The baking soda acts as a non-abrasive cleanser and the water washed away the debris. This easy and effective method can be performed periodically for sinks and drains.

Baking Soda + Vinegar

Another easy remedy for small drain clogs is vinegar and baking soda. A little baking soda with a little vinegar provides a chemical reaction to help bust up clogs. Let the mixture sit in the drain for a few minutes before running hot water. Light clogs are cured with this method but heavier clogs may require a plumber.

No Grease Down the Drain

Drain maintenance and care actually starts here. Kitchen grease is easy to pour down the drain because it seemingly disappears but it builds up over time. Therefore, the grease trapped in the pipes leaves residue. This residue catches all the larger pieces of debris and fibers placed down the drain which causes a clog. We recommend keeping an empty plastic bottle in the kitchen to pour the grease. This helps when cleaning pots and pans by limiting the amount of grease and the amount down the drain.

Superior Plumbing & Drain

Our team of trained and experienced technicians are reliable and efficient. Whatever your residential plumbing need, we are here to serve. As a family owned and operated company, we are members of the community too. That’s why we treat every customer just like family. Call us at (702) 478-9643 for emergency service or a free plumbing estimate.

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Replacing a Toilet

Replacing a Toilet

Replacing a toilet may seem like a daunting task. However, it can be done with a few basic tools and some careful attention to detail. Here are the general steps involved in changing a toilet:

  1. Gather the necessary tools: You will need a wrench, a screwdriver, a putty knife, and a new toilet.
  2. Turn off the water supply: Locate the valve behind the toilet and turn it clockwise to shut off the water supply.
  3. Empty the toilet tank and bowl: Flush the toilet to empty the tank and bowl.
  4. Remove the old toilet: Unscrew the nuts that hold the toilet to the floor and remove them. Carefully lift the toilet off the flange and remove the wax ring from the base of the toilet.
  5. Prepare the new toilet: Install the wax ring onto the base of the new toilet.
  6. Install the new toilet: Carefully lower the new toilet onto the flange, making sure that the bolts are aligned with the holes in the base of the toilet. Once the toilet is in place, screw the nuts back onto the bolts and tighten them.
  7. Connect the water supply: Attach the water supply hose to the toilet’s fill valve and turn the water supply valve back on.
  8. Test the new toilet: Flush the toilet and check for leaks.
  9. Finish up: Use a putty knife to remove any excess wax from the base of the toilet and caulk around the base of the toilet to seal it to the floor.

This is meant as a guide only. Remember to follow all safety precautions and manufacturer instructions when replacing a toilet. If you are unsure of any steps, it is always a good idea to consult with Superior Plumbing & Drain.

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Water Conservation

Water Conservation - Lake Mead

Water conservation is more important than ever in Las Vegas. As of August of 2021, Lake Mead was only filled to 35% of its capacity and with lower than normal snow falls in the Rocky Mountains, there I no end in sight for the drought conditions.

The Summer of 1999 was the last time the lake was at or near capacity. As noted by https://earthobservatory.nasa.gov/ the article states: “For the 2022 water year, which begins October 1, Mexico will receive 80,000 fewer acre-feet, approximately 5 percent of the country’s annual allotment and Nevada’s take will be cut by: 21,000 acre-feet (about 7 percent of the state’s annual apportionment). The biggest cuts will come to Arizona, which will receive 512,000 fewer acre-feet, approximately 18 percent of the state’s annual apportionment and 8 percent of the state’s total water use (for agriculture and human consumption). An acre-foot is enough water to supply one to two households a year.”

For the full article, click here

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As a family owned and operated company, we’re members of the community too. That’s why we treat every customer just like family. Call us at (702) 478-9643 for a free plumbing estimate.

Please consider water conservation by following local and state guidelines.

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Dripping Faucet

dripping faucet

A dripping faucet is a waste of water and a nuisance. Here are a few issues that cause a dripping faucet. At Superior Plumbing & Drain, we are faucet experts and we’re here to help.

A Damaged Cartridge

With a two-handle faucet, one is for hot water and the other for cold, which means you have a cartridge-style faucet. The cartridge is a valve on each handle that controls the flow of the water into the faucet spout. When the faucet is dripping water, this is a sign of damage to the cartridge.

Broken Washers

A common cause of a leaking faucet is broken washers. Washers rest against the valve seat, and overtime, friction can cause the washers to wear out. This then leads to leaking. If a washer is the wrong size or not installed properly, it can also lead to leaking.

Water Pressure

If you notice that the faucet in your bathroom only drips water during certain times or when your faucet’s handles move a certain way, then it could be your home’s water pressure that is causing the leaks.

Malfunctioning O-Ring

An O-ring is located in the sink’s faucet. It is a small disc that is attached to the stem screw to hold the handle of the faucet in place. Similar to washers, O-rings can get worn out or loose. If one of your faucet’s handles is leaking, this is probably the cause.

Deteriorated Valve Seat

If your faucet is leaking from the spout, then it could be the valve seat. The valve seat connects the faucet to the spout. Sediment can build up and corrode the seat, causing a leak.

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We are a family owned and operated company serving Las Vegas, NV. Call our team for all your plumbing needs at (702) 478-9643

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