Don't let a Clogged Disposal Ruin your Holidays

Did you know that one of the most common home repair mishaps during the holiday, is a clogged garbage disposal.  Rather than going through the trouble of having it fixed, we have put together a few tips that will keep your disposal from malfunctioning during your holiday festivities!

If you do have a garbage disposal in your home, chances are it has been clogged a few times.  It is also quite common to have to replace the disposal all together.  Sometimes we find ourselves in a scramble to clean up and we end up dumping every morsel of food from the plate into the disposal, especially during the holidays when you are entertaining multiple guests at once.  Sometime the disposal is up to the task, but other times its NOT.  The easiest way to keep your disposal running is by knowing what not to put in it.  Avoid egg shells, potato peels, coffee grounds, rice, pasta, asparagus, celery, carrot peels and anything that is hard, fibrous or gummy.  Also know your limits, overflowing a disposal is an easy way to break it.  If you notice that your disposal is taking a bit longer than usual, it may  be time to sharpen the blades.  Of course, following all of these recommendations does not guarantee a clog-free disposal but it will definitely help your chances.  For more info on how to keep your disposal running efficiently visit: http://goo.gl/NjvGVp.

If your disposal does clog at any time call New York Plumbing and Sewer Rooter, we are available 24/7 and also 30 minute emergency services.  Call : 516-874-7937!

DIY Shower Valve Gone Wrong

In todays economy, DIY is becoming a popular method to try and save some money, in your home improvements.  Some of the braver money savers try their hand at fixing their leaky faucets.  DIY plumbing usually costs you more money than it saves you.  There are so many stories of people trying to fix their plumbing problems by themselves and end up making them worse. 

This is a story of a typical homeowner embarking on a DIY mission to fix a shower valve.  The task seemed simple enough with a quick Google search.  Buy the shower valve, turn off the water to the house, install the new part and turn the water back on, but small repairs are often not so simple.  This mission starts at the hardware store, scouring the shelves for the parts that he thinks he needs.  The next step is turning off the water to the house, which is rarely done correctly by first time DIYers.  Operating the tools necessary, requires some training.  Most of these fixes are done outside of normal working hours when homeowners have the time to tinker with their DIY project.  So when something goes wrong the homeowner will inevitably have to call a plumber.

A quick fix can easily turn into something much more complicated, which will be even more expensive when you decide it is time to call a plumber. Call the trusted professionals at NY Plumbing & Sewer Rooter and get it done correctly the first time. 
Call: 516-874-7937
Website:  http://www.nassaucountyplumbingandsewerrooter.com/

You Could Have Hidden Plumbing Leaks!

Plumbing leaks are not always as obvious as a dripping faucet or a puddle on the floor.  Many times leaks can go unnoticed for long periods of time before being discovered.  The plumbing pipes themselves are often hidden behind walls or under countertops, making it difficult for you to even realize that a leak is present.  To ensure you have a leak free home you should check a few common areas for hidden leaks:

1. Walls- Old or damaged pipes located behind or inside walls are a very common source for plumbing leaks.  Leaks inside a wall can go on for days or even weeks before being noticed, but after time wet spots and paint bubbles will form.
2. Basement- Mold an wet areas are usually the first signs of a leak in your basement.  Basement water leaks usually originate from corroded or damaged pipes, which will need to be replaced immediately. 
3. Sinks- Hidden leaks often start in the pipes located underneath kitchen or bathroom sinks.  Inspect the cabinet or area underneath your sink regularly to ensure there is no dripping. 

If you notice problems with any of these areas call New York Plumbing and Sewer Rooter at 516-874-7937 or our Emergency Line at 877-713-8136 or visit us online at http://goo.gl/ifjUyr.  For more information on common plumbing leak areas please visit http://goo.gl/cPMV81

NY Plumbing & Sewer Rooter What We Can Do For You!

Our highly trained professional plumbers provide sewer and drain cleaning services as well as other plumbing services.  We Specialize in clogged sewer lines, clogged drains to residential and commercial customers.  If you have any sewer or drain emergency then call us and we will be there within 30 minutes, 24 hours a day 365 days a year.  We unclog any sewer or drain:

• Sewers
• Toilets
• Sinks
• Showers & Bathtubs
• Yard Drains
• Laundry Basins
• High Pressure Water Jetting
• Video Camera Inspections
• Floods Pumped

We service all of Nassau County as well as Brooklyn, Suffolk County, Queens and much more, we can handle any and all sewer or drain clogs, and get there in 30 minutes or less.  That is our guarantee!  We charge by the job, not by the hour, which can save you money.  Our customers always receive the highest quality workmanship at a reasonable price! 

Call us at 516-874-713-8136 or visit our site online at http://www.nassaucountyplumbingandsewerrooter.com.